Join us for the Charter Seminar & Open House on October 6, 2026, at the Bahia Mar Hotel and Marina in Fort Lauderdale. This event will bring together charter professionals, brokers, managers, and industry experts for a morning of valuable education, market insights, and networking. Attendees can look forward to engaging panel discussions and presentations covering current industry trends, regulatory developments, destination highlights, insurance considerations, and evolving client expectations.

Following the seminar, registered attendees will enjoy exclusive access to the Open House from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, offering the opportunity to tour participating yachts and continue networking. The Open House will then open to the broader membership from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM (registration required).

Event Details

Date: 

October 6, 2026

Location: 

Bahia Mar Hotel and Marina Fort Lauderdale

801 Seabreeze Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Seminar: 

8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Pricing:

Members: $100

Non-members: $150

Open House:

Seminar attendees only: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

General membership: 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM (registration required)

Space for yachts is limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure your spot, please complete the registration form and email it to sayda@iyba.org.

Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.