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James SpearU.S. Third OfficerRegional Director, NAMEPA

Current Maritime Leadership Development

Maritime Academy Education & Regimental Programs STCW 2010 Amendments RequirementsCompany-Based Training and Mentoring SchemesOn-the-Job Training

-Attributed to Socrates by Plato What Some Are Saying About the Next GenerationThe children now love luxury. They have bad manners, contempt for authority; they show disrespect for elders and love chatter in place of exercise.

Generally agreed to be born between 1981 and 2000sLargest generation in American society at 80 million Significant historical and social influences including:Era of strong parental guidance (Ubiquitous safety)Diffusion of global terrorism (Particularly September 11, 2001)Series of massive financial scandalsEconomic recessionRise of Internet and subsequent trends (Social Media, Reality TV and the Sharing Economy)

Who Are Millennials?

Millennial Attributesa Mixed BagImpatient/Entitled versus Sense of Uncertainty in a Changing World

Financially struggling (ie Broke) versus Efficient/Frugal

Undedicated/Disloyal versus Adaptable to Corporate Paradigm Shift

Delayed Development versus Selective in Life Decisions

Unrealistic Personal Expectations versus Ambitious

Narcissistic versus Entrepreneurially

Keys Markers for MillennialsDiversity leading to broader acceptance

Affinity for leveraging technology

Decreased participation in established institutions

Millennials By the Numbers

Historical incident work environment

Steep increase in corporate and individual liability enforcement for marine incidents

Greater connectivity across the industry

Heightened emphasis on Continuing Professional Development/ Higher Education Expectation

Ramp up in marine regulations (SOLAS, STCW, Manila Amendments)

Some Influences on Maritime Future Leaders

Increased monitoring, reporting, and documentation requirements can lead to reduced critical tasks focus

Integration of manageable technology is key for holistic approach as part of a quality management systemPersonnel Planning (ie Work Hours Management)Environmental Regulation Compliance

Ongoing Challenge: Keeping up training, education and regulation with technology developmentsLeveraging Technology

Oil Record BookGarbage Record Book/ Waste Management PlanDeck Log BookEngine Log BookChronometer Error LogNavigational Charts Correction Files/LogNavigational Publications Correction Files/LogBunkering LogGas Testing Equipment LogVessel General Permit (US)Compass Error LogWork Hours LogSafety Permits LogMedical LogCargo Operations LogCargo/Ballast Pump LogWeather ReportingShip Security PlanFire Control PlanSOLAS ManualManagement of ChangeExample of Documentation and Logs Onboard

Arguably the most challenging task for managersA revolving workforce and a dynamic operating environment pose unique challenges to maintaining safety and quality standards while retaining employeesProviding a well rounded foundation of education and trainingIncreased Safety = Decreased Direct Personal Experiences

Engaging and Developing the Next Generations Leaders

Possible Trends Moving ForwardContinued Improvement in safetyIncreasingly diverse marine workforceMaintain shorter employment turn around trajectory Greater integration of technology into the marine industryContinued recognition of the value for marine expertise Heightened awareness of the marine industry by publicIncreased expectation for distance learning/education

Clear direction, strong overight and continual support from managementConsider allocating increased resources such as staff, technology, or supplemental training Results Only Work Environment? (ROWE) Access to tools for self-improvement by crew and officers, such as Continuing Professional Development or advanced educationFacilitate leadership opportunities for all levels of employeesTroubleshooting on technical issuesAssigning training demonstrations to junior officers

Engage, Retain, and Develop the Next Generation

Remaining consistent in protocols, managerial decision-making, compensationConnectivityMentoring ProgramsRemove, where possible, a One Size Fits All training modelProvide industry engagement opportunities for engaged learning and professional growth (NAMEPA, Nautical Institute, WISTA, Propeller Club, SNAME, etc)The More Things Change, The More They Stay the SameBut Dont Take My Word For It

What Some Maritime Millennials Are Saying

Questions?Contact Details:James SpearP.O. Box 1131Valrico, Florida 33596J.spear@namepa.net813-924-0543

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