Women in the Industry Summit | Leadership Panel | Most Innovative Company Awards Ceremony | Reception

We invite you to join us on Monday, September 26^th for three consecutive events beginning at noon, featuring speaker, author, consultant, and leadership coach, Alicia M. Rodriguez

Women in the Industry Summit

We invite you to join us for an in-person luncheon, workshop and leadership panel featuring speaker, Alicia M. Rodriguez, who has spoken at all the Soundings Trade Only Women in the Industry series events. The 3-hour workshop will focus on the language of leadership and negotiation. The 2022 Summit is an opportunity for the Women in the Industry community to gather, learn and get inspired. All genders are welcome.
Monday, September 26, 2022, 12 – 4 PM

ABOUT OUR SPEAKER: Alicia M. Rodriguez is a storyteller, inspirational writer and catalyst for personal growth. Alicia writes, blogs and speaks on issues of conscious living, purposeful leadership, women’s issues and personal evolution. Alicia is a Georgetown University certified leadership coach and the president of Sophia Associates Inc. an international leadership development practice where she has worked for 20 years with visionary leaders, executive women, creative and social entrepreneurs and change agents on Conscious Leadership practices.

Industry Leadership Panel

The 2022 Soundings Trade Only Leadership Panel will feature executives from leading marine companies from a variety of segments including boat, engine, and component manufacturers. The Panel will be moderated by the Soundings Trade Only Summit speaker and leader, Alicia M. Rodriguez.
Monday, September 26, 2022, 4:30pm – 5:30pm

Most Innovative Marine Company Awards & Reception

Each year, Soundings Trade Only recognizes organizations, from large global companies to small startups, shaping the future of the marine marketplace. We invite you to join us as we announce the 2022 Most Innovative Marine Company Award winners. After the ceremony, we will celebrate the winning companies and our marine community at a reception by the water.
Monday, September 26, 2022, 5:30  – 7 PM

Tickets may be purchased for the entire day or for the Leadership Panel/Awards Ceremony/Reception, which begins at 4:30 PM

• Join us for the full day, Women’s Summit, Leadership Panel, Awards & Reception, 12 – 7 PM, $179.
• Join us for the Leadership Panel, Awards & Reception, 4:30 – 7 PM, $49.

The event is sponsored by Correct Craft, Grady White Boats, MarineMax, Mercury Marine, MRAA, Regulator Boats, Sea-Tow, Simona, Volvo Penta, and West Marine. Audio sponsor, Roswell Marine.

The Soundings Trade Only 2022 WOMEN’S SUMMIT is a  Pre-Conference Session and IBEX registration is required. 

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IBEX Industry Breakfast, Innovation Awards Presentation, and Keynote from Jack Uldrich

The 2022 Industry Breakfast is SOLD OUT!

The Industry Breakfast kicks-off IBEX and gives all in attendance the opportunity to begin the show experience networking with marine industry friends and colleagues.  Held on the opening morning of the show, all attendees will enjoy breakfast while hearing an Industry Address from Frank Hugelmeyer, NMMA President, learn which new products are winners of IBEX Innovation Awards, and enjoy our timely keynote speaker, Global Futurist, Speaker, and Author Jack Uldrich.

Jack Uldrich is a well-recognized global futurist, speaker, and the author of thirteen books, including award-winning best sellers. He is a frequent speaker on technology, change management and leadership and has addressed hundreds of corporations, associations, and not-for-profit organizations on five continents. He regularly makes television appearances on is also an ongoing contributor on emerging technologies and future trends for a number of publications, including The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Wired Magazine and Inc.

Jack is a former naval intelligence officer and Defense Department official. He served as the director of the Minnesota Office of Strategic and Long-Range Planning under Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura. His most recent book from October 2020 is Business as Unusual: A Futurist’s Unorthodox, Unconventional, and Uncomfortable Guide to Doing Business and his forthcoming book in early 2022 is The Rise of Generation RE.

Questions about the Industry Breakfast? Contact Rachel Harmon, rharmon@nullnmma.org. If you have already registered for IBEX and would like attend the Industry Breakfast, please call our Registration Customer Care Center line to add tickets at 774-247-4036 during regular business hours.

The Industry Breakfast is an IBEX event and registration is required.

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Opening Night Party

Celebrate the opening day of IBEX at the Sail Pavilion for drinks, food, and fun with industry leaders. Located outside of the convention center, you will find drink specials, local food trucks and live DJ provided by event sponsor Wet Sounds. Guaranteed to keep the excitement of the opening day going into the evening and on into the night.

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Pitch the Press

A live event for industry buyers and members of the press, featuring product pitches from exhibiting companies selected by industry journalists. This is a fast-paced and fun event with 12 product pitches and a happy hour included as well! Don’t miss this exciting event!

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Emerging Marine Leaders Present Strengthening Leadership through Brand Development + Networking hosted by Boating Industry sponsored by Kicker Marine Audio

Connect, learn, share and expand your presence in the marine industry. Join EMLs and Industry veterans during this two-part event. Programming will begin with a presentation from Marissa Russo, Assistant Director of Career Readiness, University of Tampa. Through an activity-based approach, attendees will engage in topics around the importance of building a personal brand, networking with leadership and mentorship. Following, these newly developed skills will be put to use during a private social networking event. The program is free to attend. Registration requested.

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Questions? Contact eml@nullibexshow.com

Speaker: Marissa Russo, Assistant Director of Career Readiness, University of Tampa
Speaker Bio: Marissa Russo is the Assistant Director of Career Readiness at the University of Tampa. She holds her bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida in Health Care Administration and a master’s degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of South Carolina. As a higher education professional who has been in the field for 8 years as well as having a background in corporate recruiting, she has a passion for assisting anyone from college students to career professionals develop success in all aspects of their life. Whether it be that you need tips on how to maintain confidence in yourself, how to crush an interview, or how to have better work/life balance – Marissa’s got your back. She focuses on a strengths-based approach to help you be successful in college, the workplace, and in life. Her motto is that she “cares about people and likes to get stuff done” and she’s excited to work with you!

Exhibit Hall Happy Hour

Stroll the exhibit halls for this fun networking event, sponsored by Hertz Marine. Meet with exhibitors in this relaxed, casual atmosphere while enjoying food and beverage from the event sponsor and other participating exhibitors. This is a great way to network with suppliers and make new connections.

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Mid-Show Mixer

Get loud with Roswell Marine at the Sail Pavilion on Wednesday evening, after the show closes. Experience a new concept in clarity with Roswell R1 Marine Audio as DJ Drop Top and Dano the Mano bring the party to IBEX and take you to a place where imagination meets sound. There will be exclusive SWAG, ice cold drinks, and light bites from a local food truck, courtesy of event sponsor Roswell Marine.

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Student Career Day at IBEX

Students from five Florida marine technical schools (age 18+), along with their instructors, plan to attend this special one-day event which offers industry exposure, guest speakers, meet and greet with industry professionals, and access to select IBEX technical seminars. We are expecting over 70 students plus instructors who will tour the exhibit halls and attend seminars.

Innovation Way

Check out the year’s innovative and award-worthy new products on display along Innovation Way, located on the 2nd Floor. It’s your shortcut to identify must-see exhibits on the 2022 show floor. Take a look at the 2021 winners.

NMEA’s Connected Electronics Pavilion

Back Again in 2022! Electronics Pavilion exhibitors will have their certified products connected via an NMEA 2000 network traveling within their booths, giving attendees the opportunity to see this technology live. See how device connectivity works, the efficiency it offers, and how it can be a solution for you.

The IBEX Docks

The IBEX Docks are located at the Tampa Convention Center waterfront & Marriott Tampa Water Street Docks and offer visitors a chance to see new technology live and on-the-water.

Test it for yourself! Get in on the action and out on the water. This is a rare opportunity to experience the newest innovations in the industry.

Outdoor Exhibits & Demo

Don’t miss the outdoor exhibits outside the Tampa Convention on the Front Circle Drive.