IBEX
The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference is the marine industry’s largest technical trade event, serving boatbuilders, marine industry dealers, aftermarket suppliers and buyers, designers, repairers, surveyors and boatyard/marine operators. It is held annually in the fall on a rotating basis in Louisville, Ky., and Tampa, Fla.
IBEX Education Conference Schedule Announced
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference will host 2021 pre-conference sessions, tech talks, online workshops and more.
IBEX Registration Now Open
The industry’s signature trade event returns to Tampa, Fla., in an in-person format Sept. 28-30.
IBEX Calls for Innovation Award Entries
The NMMA-managed program is accepting new-product submissions through Aug. 13.
IBEX Announces In-Person Dates
The show returns to the Tampa Convention Center Sept. 28-30 after being held virtually last year.
IBEX to Host Supply Chain Webinar
The April 29 session will address logistical issues that continue to impact manufacturers amid strong customer demand.
IBEX Hires Education Director
Patty Lawrence will manage the show’s preconference sessions, seminars and workshops.
IBEX Plans Return to Tampa
New health and safety measures at the Tampa Convention Center will be in place at the show, scheduled for September 28-30.
IBEX Organizers Report Success
Participation in the virtual show was high, as the industry looked for ways to improve and grow.
‘Move Toward the Problem’
That was one of the takeaways from a panel discussion on leadership hosted by Soundings Trade Only during IBEX yesterday.
IBEX 2020: West Marine 2.0
West Marine Pro staff held a session yesterday to explain how the company has changed since becoming publicly held.
IBEX 2020 Kicks Off Virtually
Seven companies were highlighted for new products during the annual Innovation Awards.
IBEX Online: A Virtual Event Continues to Take Shape
The conference will kick off with Innovation Award winners.
IBEX Names Award Judging Panel
Innovation Award winners will be named during the opening session of the virtual show.
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IBEX Online Taking Shape
Organizers are determining the best way to preserve the value of a live event in a virtual format.
The Show Will Go On
Organizers are working to ensure that IBEX takes place safely this fall, but will alter the format if necessary.
IBEX hires new education director
Trade show and conference production veteran Michelle Biersner looks to bolster the show’s educational offerings.
Grow Boating Marketing Summit seminars available
The industry association is offering free audio versions of its IBEX summit on growboating.org.
Inspiration, yes. But perspiration, too
Speakers at Grow Boating’s Marketing Summit provided insight on practical ways to navigate the digital marketplace.
IBEX 2019: Frank Hugelmeyer: ‘I know I’m going to love this job.’
The new NMMA president shares his vision for the future of the marine industry.