Marine Industries Association of South Florida

Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) is a not-for-profit trade organization founded in 1961 that has established itself as the largest marine trade organization in the Southeast United States. The association is dedicated to promoting the sound growth of the marine industry for the benefit of its members, their customers, local communities, and the environment. MIASF comprises more than 500 members across Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties and serves as the owner and organizer of the prestigious Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), recognized as the largest in-water boat show in the world. Beyond FLIBS, the organization orchestrates various initiatives, advocacy efforts, and events including Salty Jobs, Marine Research Hub, Yacht Service Technician Apprenticeship Program (YSTAP), Broward County Waterway Cleanup, and Plywood Regatta. Through its comprehensive efforts, MIASF has cemented its position as a leader in marine industry advocacy and professional development, remaining dedicated to protecting and growing 142,000 regional marine jobs while driving an annual economic output of $18.5 billion. The association promotes boating lifestyles from family cruising and fishing to luxury yachts and the goods and services that sustain them, helping to establish South Florida as the yachting capital of the world with a global reputation for excellence.

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