Organized by Mare Forum | Powered by the Cayman Islands Registry
Date: Wednesday, 29 October 2025
Time: 08:30 – 15:00
Venue: Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel, Fort Lauderdale
Ticket Price: USD 300
Register / Learn More: mareforum.com/events/6th-
Dear Claire,
Get ready to engage in a unique gathering where the future of yachting is shaped not by presentations, but by open dialogue and bold thinking.
The 6th Super Yacht Americas 2025 is not your typical conference — it’s a Forum of Ideas, where innovators, leaders, and disruptors challenge the status quo and inspire change.
No scripted monologues. No predictable speeches. Just insightful conversations, provocative debates, and meaningful connections.
Why Attend?
- A high-intensity think tank focused on the future of (super)yachting
- Candid discussions on strategy, regulation, innovation, and purpose
- Networking with top decision-makers in yachting, finance, law, technology, regulation, and more
Program Highlights
08:30 – 13:00 | THE FORUM
Delve into pressing themes such as:
- The New Wave: Design, Destinations & Experience Trends in Superyachting
How evolving lifestyles, new destinations, and design shifts are reimagining onboard experience - Legal, Flag & Regulatory Disruptions: What’s Next Globally
Explore emissions regulation, charter/tax frameworks, flag competitiveness, cyber law, and evolving fiscal incentives - Future Talent: Navigating Digitalization, Automation & AI in Yachting
How digital tools and AI are reshaping roles, training, and talent ecosystems in yachting - The Future of Yacht Ownership, Purpose & Impact
From fractional models and tokenization to ESG priorities and the role of yachts in science and philanthropy - Closing Dialogue – Takeaways & Next Steps
A wrap-up to crystallize insights and chart paths forward
13:00 – 14:00 | LUNCH hosted by the Cayman Registry
An informal setting to continue discussions, forge new relationships, and explore collaboration.
14:00 – ±15:00 | Optional: AI workshop by Kristina Agustin | Southern Sky AI
Steering a Deliberate Course into Disruption
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how the superyacht sector operates, innovates, and makes decisions. This session offers a practical, leader-focused look at engaging with AI responsibly — balancing innovation with data security, ethics, and human expertise.
Moderators & Panelists
- Ralph Dazert — Head of Intelligence, SuperYacht Times
- Richie Blake — Managing Director, Döhle Yachts
- Russell Stockil — Head of Yacht Management, Yachtzoo
- Peter Southgate — Regional Director, Americas & Yacht Code Specialist, Cayman Registry (Chair)
- Panos Pourgouridis — Partner & Head of Yachts, Hill Dickinson
- Amy G. Ira — President / Founder, Blue Oceans Yachting
- Gabriella Cramer — President / Founder, GC Maritime Consulting & Training LLC
- Carolyn Dobbs — Strategy & Intelligence Manager, YATCO
- Fiona Johnson — CEO, Blue Star Standard International
- Erin Ackor — President, International Superyacht Society
- Kristina Agustin — Founder & Principal AI Consultant, Southern Sky AI
- Norma Trease — Member of the Board of Directors, International SeaKeepers Society
- Lisa H. Verbit — Director, Bank of America, N.A.
More panelists to be announced.
