IMBC releases schedule for 2017 event

Organizers released the schedule for the 2017 International Marina & Boatyard Conference, which is set for Jan. 25-27.

Author:: Trade Only Today Editors
Publish date:: Jun 24, 2016

Organizers released the schedule for the 2017 International Marina & Boatyard Conference, which is set for Jan. 25-27 at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center in Florida.

The IMBC will include a pre-conference marketing workshop, more than 30 educational opportunities, including general and breakout seminars, a field trip and small-group workshops.

Exhibitions will involve more than 120 industry suppliers, product demonstrations and networking receptions.

Organizers said the conference will offer more than 16 hours of seminars, a marina and boatyard field trip, exhibit hall hours and networking receptions.

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