// AMI 2025 PREVIEW
Foster became the first blind executive to graduate Harvard Business School ' s leadership program and did what Oracle said couldn ’ t be done , becoming the first to create CRM software for the visually-impaired . Turning adversity into advantage , he thrived at a Fortune 500 company , directing financial strategies that resulted in billions in revenue , industryleading growth , and best-in-class margins despite hypercompetitive market conditions .
In his keynote address , AMI said Foster will entertain , inspire , and move your audience , while teaching them how to shift their mindset from victim to visionary . More than just a motivational talk , AMI noted this session will connect inspiration to implementation .
Day two ’ s keynote will be delivered by author and CEO , Dr . Rebecca Heiss . Leveraging decades of research into stress and human behavior , Dr . Heiss will share an inspiring and interactive mix of stories , and science-backed techniques for transforming fear and stress into the fuel that will propel people forward . With her T-3 framework , Dr . Heiss aims to inspire people to use stress to their advantage , rather than fight against it , learning how to lean in it and ride the wave of change rather than drown in the overwhelm .
In addition to a multitude of educational breakout sessions , the 2025 AMI Conference & Expo once again offers a stack of networking opportunities for marina professionals to connect and collaborate . Specifically of note every year , is AMI ’ s marina and boatyard tour and this year is no exception . The team at AMI is thrilled to bring participants to iconic marinas around the Fort Lauderdale area including Pier Sixty-Six , Harbour Towne and Las Olas .
Conference fees begin at $ 424 for AMI members and include unlimited access to all educational seminars , regional round tables , workshops , food and beverages , and entry into the exhibit hall and admission to all networking and social events . It also includes entry to the AMI member and first-time attendee reception and the opening night Exhibit Hall Party . As well as full conference passes , one-day passes and exhibit hall passes are available also . AMI members receive a discount on all
In addition to education and networking , attendees can see the latest products and services on the Expo floor .
passes . In addition to the benefits of full conference and one-day passes , the marina and boatyard field trip is available for an additional $ 85 for AMI members and $ 110 for non-members . Exhibit hall-only and guest passes are also available for purchase .
Pre-registration rates are available until Monday , January 27 , 2025 . Onsite registration rates are an additional $ 20 and begin on Tuesday , January 28 , 2025 .
For more information or to register , visit marinaassociation . org / conferenceandexpo .
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