The Propeller Club – Port of Tampa is exactly one month away from welcoming maritime leaders from across the globe to the 2024 International Propeller Club Convention in Tampa.
The Convention will feature panel conversations on important industry trends, remarks from maritime leaders, and breakout sessions to share best practices. The Marriott Water Street in downtown Tampa will host the convention, which will run October 23 – 26.
“The Tampa Propeller Club has dozens of volunteers rolling up their sleeves to put our community’s best foot forward,” said Kelly Hendry, President of the Tampa Propeller Club. “It’s a great honor to host this year’s convention so our members can learn from each other, and build important relationships.”
What to expect
The theme for the Tampa convention is “On the Horizon”. Conversations and programs during the gathering will focus on what is next for the future of the maritime industry. Covering everything from workforce, to Artificial Intelligence, to the geopolitical landscape for trade.
Scheduled panels include:
- Fighting the Gray Wave: Developing the Next Generation of Maritime Workerss
- Not if but When: What to do when a Cyber-Attack Hits You
- Net Zero: How the Maritime Industry Can Meet Environmental Demands
In addition to the panel conversations, convention attendees will hear keynote remarks from industry leaders. They will also experience all Tampa Bay has to offer through various excursions. This will include a waterside tour of Port Tampa Bay, dinner and entertainment in Ybor City, and a closing Gala.
Learn more about The Propeller Club
The International Propeller Club was founded in 1927. It’s an international business network of maritime professionals dedicated to the promotion of the maritime industry, commerce, and global trade. The Tampa Propeller Club was founded in 1929. It is currently the largest chapter in the Americas.
“We are very impressed with how the entire Tampa Bay community is coming together to support the convention,” said Joel Whitehead, Executive Vice President of the International Propeller Club. “All the final details and logistics are coming together. Our members can’t wait to get to Tampa!”
How to attend
A limited number of tickets are available for the full convention, single-day passes, or individual tickets to the Gala on Friday, October 25. Go to On The Horizon website to learn more.
