YachtCouncil named Official Technology Sponsor of YachtFest 2006
7/25/2006
YachtCouncil is a Federation of seven professional yacht brokerage associations from around the world including the local California Yacht Brokers Association (CYBA). YachtCouncil’s mission is to support professionals of the yachting industry. The organization controls the official Multiple Listing System (MLS) of the worldwide yachting industry and operates several websites including Yachtcouncil.com, Boatcouncil.com and Yachtcouncil.org. In 2005, over 6 million consumers visited Yachtcouncil.com and helped facilitate $2.5 Billion in sold boat transactions through the system.
YachtFest, now in its seventh year, will take place September 14 – 17 and is known as the place to buy, sell, or charter a super yacht in the Western United States. The event provides guests with a rare one-of-a-kind opportunity to tour these boats up close and to meet with professionals in the industry. There will be over 30 yachts featured, each ranging between 60 and 130 feet long.
The relaxed and inviting atmosphere allows guests to board and tour the yachts, meet with sales and charter brokers, see the newest in yachting products, and gain exclusive access to luxury goods associated with the lifestyle.
YachtFest sponsors also include San Diego Marine Exchange, Jimsair, Sharp Design, Fraser Yachts Worldwide, Driscoll Boat Works, Dysart & Dubick, LLP, Bartell Hotels and Shelter Island Marina.
YachtFest ’06 will take place at Shelter Island Marina/Island Palms Hotel. For more information on attendance, sponsorship, or exhibitor opportunities log on to http://www.yachtfest.com or call Integrated Sports Marketing at (858) 836-0133.