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IBEX Education lineup announced, includes main stage panel on trade and tariffs

by National Marine Manufacturers Association 21 Aug 08:59 PDT October 7-9, 2025
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The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced its 2025 Education Conference lineup, featuring an expanded schedule of seminars, workshops, and Main Stage sessions for marine industry professionals.

A key highlight will be an Oct. 7 panel on managing tariffs, trade, and supply chain risk, led by NMMA's Robyn Boerstling, senior vice president of government relations. The discussion will cover USMCA renegotiations, global trade challenges, and how the industry can present a unified voice to policymakers.

Additional Main Stage speakers include Dr. Thomas Dammrich, former NMMA president; Cecil Cohn, Freedom Boat Club president; and Mark Reedenauer, president of NMEA, who will share insights on industry growth and innovation.

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