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BECOME A MEMBER. JOIN US TODAY!THE USSA IS THE ONLY ASSOCIATION IN THE

UNITED STATES DEDICATED TO PROMOTING AND PROTECTING THE LARGE YACHT MARKET.

STRONGWE ARE THE SUPERYACHT INDUSTRYINDIVIDUALLY: STRONG. TOGETHER: A POWERFUL FORCE.

THE USSA AND ITS MISSIONPROMOTING AND SUPPORTING THE U.S. SUPERYACHT INDUSTRY AND ITS MEMBERS WORLDWIDE THROUGH ADVOCACY, MARKETING & EDUCATION.

WHAT IS THE U.S. SUPERYACHT ASSOCIATION (USSA)?The U.S. Superyacht Association (USSA) is a non-profit trade association whose

newly amended mission is to “Promote and support the U.S. Superyacht industry

and its members worldwide through advocacy, marketing and education.” The USSA

is made up of a variety of businesses across the United States and around the world

that represent thousands of jobs and a tremendous economic impact on our economy.

WHY JOIN THE USSA?1. ADVOCACY: Together we DO make a difference. We need YOUR voice. The

USSA employs a lobbyist in Washington DC, but it is through the strength

of our Membership that we are able to make our voices heard and affect

positive change for our industry.

2. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Educational and interactional programs

designed for personal and business growth are held at the regional and

national levels.

3. NETWORKING: We all know that in life it is not what you know…but who you

know that makes the difference. Strengthen your ties and interact with peers

in the superyacht industry at regional and national events.

4. MARKETING: Get your company noticed through print, web and social media

portals. The Come Sea U.S. Campaign works to bring more of the global

superyachts to visit the U.S. and our members.

WHAT ARE THE USSA OBJECTIVES?• To promote members’ products and services

through global representation and networking

• To advance the superyacht industry in the U.S.

• To serve as a coordinated advocate on major

issues affecting the industry

HOW DID THE USSA GET STARTED?The USSA was formed in 2006 in direct response

to the lack of a unified voice in the United States

for the unique needs of the large yacht segment

of the marine industry. Over the years, the 12

charter members have worked to grow the USSA

to represent the superyacht industry in more than

23 states and 19 foreign countries.

WHO CAN JOIN THE USSA?• BUSINESS MEMBERSHIPS: (voting) are

offered to those companies and individuals

having a bona fide presence and occupation in

the superyacht industry of the United States.

• AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIPS: (non-voting)

provide non-U.S. companies that are

stakeholders in the U.S. superyacht industry

the opportunity for representation in the

United States’ market, as well as national and

international networking and advocacy.

• CAPTAINS/SENIOR OFFICER MEMBERSHIP:

This classification of Membership shall consist of

individuals employed in the superyacht industry.

They are entitled to all the rights and privileges

of Regular Membership, except that they shall

not have the right to vote or hold office on

the board of directors. Captain/Senior Officer

Members may serve on committees.

USSA MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS• Global representation for the products and

services of our members

• Networking opportunities—nationally and

internationally

• Exposure on our website and “USSA Member

Directory” (distributed nationally & internationally)

• Advocacy on issues affecting the superyacht

industry of the United States

• Exclusive trade show participation and

membership events designed to promote your

business and build relationships with captains

and crew across the U.S. and the World

JOIN USThe USSA has enabled us to create partnerships with local and international members. Our growth can be largely attributed to our involvement with the USSA.”

Charles Ernst, President, Dockside Corporate Services

The USSA is of tremendous value to me, enabling me to meet more members of our industry and to strengthen the relationships I already enjoy. Equally important, the USSA serves as a respected voice in Washington on behalf of the industry as well as yacht owners and their crew, beating the drum on key issues that might ordinarily go unnoticed. I’ve seen this influence first-hand, able to add my own voice, and that of my readers, to the chorus, too.

Diane Byrne, Megayacht News

JOIN US TODAY!BECOME A MEMBER OF THE USSA.

THE GLOBAL SUPERYACHT IMPACT

WE ARE THE SUPERYACHT INDUSTRYINDIVIDUALLY: STRONG. TOGETHER: A POWERFUL FORCE.

6,000 COMPANIES WORLDWIDE

260,000JOBS GLOBALLY

50%OF CRUISE LINE

INDUSTRY IMPACT

GLOBALINDUSTRYIMPACT $32 BILLION MARKET

5,000 VESSELS 80'+

Total number of vessels over 80ft that navigate the world’s waters, making this market highly competitive yet highly rewarding.

U.S. IMPACT

20% OF GLOBAL

The United States is not at a standstill in this market, commanding roughly 20% of the global industry valued at over $6 billion.

28,000 U.S JOBS*

Supported by the big boat industry with a majority of employment centered on service and manufacturing sectors. (*Approx.)

The Superyacht Industry globally supports over 6,000 companies, roughly 260,000 jobs and commands a global economic contribution nearly equivalent to half of the entire cruise line industry.

27 MEMBERS

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Northwest

25MEMBERS

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Southwest

3MEMBERS

1%Gulf Coast

208MEMBERS

57%

Southeast

14MEMBERS

4%

Mid Atlantic

43MEMBERS

12%

Northeast

3MEMBERS

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SouthAmerica

14MEMBERS

4%

Caribbean

3MEMBERS

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CentralAmerica

17MEMBERS

5%

Europe

9MEMBERS

2%GreatLakes

THE USSA REGIONSSince the early days, the USSA has become a truly national and international

organization with membership spreading across 23 different states and 19 countries.

19 W O R L DC O U N T R I E SR E P R E S E N T E D

23 U . S .S TAT E SR E P R E S E N T E D

Alabama • Alaska • California • Connecticut • Florida • Georgia Illinois • Maine • Maryland • Massachusetts • Michigan Mississippi • New Jersey • New York • North Carolina Pennsylvania • Rhode Island • South Carolina • Tennessee Texas • Virginia • Washington • Wisconsin

Bahamas • Canada • Cayman Islands • Colombia Dominican Republic • France • Italy • Mexico • Monaco Netherlands • Panama • Puerto Rico • Saint Kitts and Nevis Sint Maarten (Dutch side) • Spain • Turks and Caicos Islands United Kingdom • United States • Virgin Islands, British

Our USSA membership has positively contributed to our business on several fronts. We’ve been able to collaborate with other members to identify ways we can attract new talent to our industry, benefitted from the industry networking opportunities made available though USSA, and have received new business inquiries as a result of our participation at the SuperYacht Summit as well as our listing from the USSA Directory.

Neal B. Harrell, Jr., Brooks Marine Group

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«STRONGWHEREVER THERE IS A STRATEGIC ALLIANCE THAT MAKES SENSE FOR IMPROVING THE INDUSTRY—THE USSA WILL BE THERE FOR YOU!

WORKING TOGETHER FOR YOU!The USSA continues to develop a strong presence in regions

around the country and the Caribbean. This has been accomplished

through events and Captains’ Briefings and by building member

action teams to help develop the various regions. The Association

has also joined forces with local, regional, national and International

associations to help further spread the mission of the USSA.

JOIN THE HUNDREDS OF SUPERYACHT INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS WHO TOGETHER CREATE A POWERFUL FORCE THROUGH THE USSA!