2025 Program
Revised date: 11/20/2024
#IBWSS25 will be held April 14-17, 2025. Keynotes will explore leadership, community outreach, and emerging trends. Breakouts will equip attendees with tips and resources to implement in their boating and water safety outreach efforts. This year’s Premier conference sponsors are At the Helm Training and Chapman School of Seamanship.
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Registration Desk
Registration
Pick up your name badge, registration packet, and ask questions at the registration table. Name badge required for IBWSS sessions.
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location TBD
Complimentary Professional Headshots
Stop by the Foyer near Registration to get your complimentary photo taken by Ken Waldron, producer at the National Safe Boating Council. Images will be emailed 1-2 weeks following the conference.
2:00 PM – 2:50 PM
Location TBD
New Attendee Networking
First and second time attendees are welcome to stop by and meet a conference mentor and learn more about how to make the most of your IBWSS experience.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location TBD
National Safe Boating Council General Membership Meeting
All are welcome! The NSBC board of directors and executive director will share updates on NSBC programs. There will be prizes!
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Location TBD
Welcome to the International Boating and Water Safety Summit
The 2025 opening ceremony of the International Boating and Water Safety Summit; including Presentation of Colors, singing of the U.S. National Anthem, remarks from the U.S. Coast Guard, Arizona Game and Fish Department, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Followed by the NSBC Boating Safety Hall of Fame and Silver Schooner awards presentation.
Speakers
Alan Dennison
Peg Phillips
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location TBD
Evening Reception in the Exhibit Hall
Network with speakers, sponsors, and attendees at a reception sponsored by At the Helm Training & Chapman School of Seamanship. Visit with leaders in recreational boating and water safety at tabletop exhibits. Last chance to get your free professional headshot. Appetizers and other refreshments will be served.
Brought to You By
At the Helm Training
Chapman School of Seamanship
Registration desk open from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
8:00 AM – 8:25 AM
Location TBD
Exhibit Hall
Visit with the tabletop exhibitors before heading into the ballroom for general sessions.
8:30 AM – 9:05 AM
Location TBD
State of the Industry
TBD
Speakers
TBD
9:05 AM – 9:45 AM
Location TBD
Sailing for Autism
Location TBD
Speakers
Scott Herman
9:45 AM – 10:00 AM
Location TBD
Sponsor Raffle
Fun Q&A with the #IBWSS25 emcee, Kim Sweers, along with sponsors. Must be present to win.
Sponsors
TBD
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location TBD
Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall
Enjoy a cup of coffee and network with other attendees and sponsors.
Sponsor
TBD
10:30 AM – 10:40 AM
Location TBD
Sponsor Raffle
Fun Q&A with the #IBWSS25 emcee, Kim Sweers, along with sponsors. Must be present to win.
Sponsors
TBD
10:40 AM – 11:10 AM
Location TBD
Prove Your Social ROI
TBD
Speaker
Kim Sweers
11:10 AM – 11:30 AM
Location TBD
General Session
Who Needs a Captain’s License, and What is the Process?
Speaker
Peg Phillips
Virgil Chambers
Pam Dillon
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location TBD
General Session
TBD
Speakers
TBD
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
Location TBD
Networking Lunch
Location TBD
Sponsor
TBD
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Location TBD
Breakout Session
TBD
Speaker
TBD
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Location TBD
Breakout Session
TBD
Speakers
TBD
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
Location TBD
Breakout Session
TBD
Speaker
TBD
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
Location TBD
Breakout Session
TBD
Speaker
TBD
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Location TBD
Breakout Session
TBD
Speaker
TBD
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Location TBD
Breakout Session
TBD
Speaker
TBD
4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
Location TBD
Exhibit Hall
Visit with the tabletop exhibitors and network with attendees.
Registration desk open from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
8:00 AM – 8:25 AM
Location TBD
Exhibit Hall
Visit with the tabletop exhibitors before heading into the ballroom for general sessions.
8:30 AM – 9:05 AM
Location TBD
Boat History Report
TBD
Speakers
Caroline Mantel
9:05 AM – 9:45 AM
Location TBD
Coalition of Excellence
TBD
Speaker
John Dial
Peg Phillips
John Haggerty
9:45 AM – 10:00 AM
Location TBD
Sponsor Raffle
Fun Q&A with the #IBWSS25 emcee, Kim Sweers, along with sponsors. Must be present to win.
Sponsors
TBD
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location TBD
Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall
Enjoy a cup of coffee and network with other attendees and sponsors.
Sponsor
TBD
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Location TBD
Sponsor Raffle
Fun Q&A with the #IBWSS25 emcee, Kim Sweers, along with sponsors. Must be present to win.
Sponsors
TBD
10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Location TBD
Chapman School of Seamanship
TBD
Speaker
Jim Allen
11:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Location TBD
BoatFix
TBD
Speaker
Carl Blackwell
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Location TBD
Sponsor Raffle
Fun Q&A with the #IBWSS25 emcee, Kim Sweers, along with sponsors. Must be present to win.
Sponsor
TBD
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
Location TBD
Networking Lunch
Location TBD
Sponsor
TBD
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #1 – BoatFix
TBD
Companies
BoatFix
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #2
TBD
Instructors
TBD
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #3
TBD
Participants
TBD
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #4
TBD
Instructors
TBD
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #1: BoatFix
TBD
Companies
TBD
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #2
TBD
Instructors
TBD
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #3
TBD
Participants
TBD
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #4
TBD
Instructors
TBD
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #1: BoatFix
TBD
Companies
TBD
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #2
TBD
Instructors
TBD
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #4
TBD
Participants
TBD
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #4
TBD
Instructors
TBD
4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #1: BoatFix
TBD
Companies
BoatFix
4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #2
TBD
Instructors
TBD
4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #3
TBD
Participants
TBD
4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Location TBD
Safety Station #4
TBD
Instructors
TBD
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Hospitality Suites
NSBC Instructor Reception
Reception and meeting for NSBC certified instructors. If you are interested in becoming a NSBC certified instructor, you are welcome to attend. Hear from NSBC’s Peg Phillips and Alexis Webb, and more.
Registration desk open from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
8:00 AM – 8:25 AM
Location TBD
Exhibit Hall
Visit with the tabletop exhibitors before heading into the ballroom for general sessions.
8:35 AM – 10:00 AM
Location TBD
World Forum on Boating Safety
Hear from world leaders about what’s happening in their country related to recreational boating and open water safety. Encouraging behavior change, specific responses to high-risk groups, education and training opportunities, and affirming safe boating behaviors and attitudes are just some of the engaging topics of this dynamic session. Countries represented, include: TBD.
Speakers
TBD
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location TBD
Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall
Enjoy a cup of coffee and network with other attendees and sponsors brought to you by TBD.
Sponsor
TBD
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Location TBD
IBWSS Communication Awards + More
The IBWSS Communication Awards showcase outstanding outreach efforts of organizations, agencies, and groups who advocate for boating and water safety. Announcement and celebration of the 2025 recipients. Additional award recognition.
Speakers
Kim Sweers
Peg Phillips
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Location TBD
General Session
TBD
Speaker
TBD
11:15 AM – 11:30 AM
Location TBD
Final Remarks
Thank you for attending the 2025 International Boating and Water Safety Summit! Don’t miss a sneak peek at the 2026 International Boating and Water Safety Summit.
The raffle for the GRAND PRIZE will be held during the final remarks – must be present to win.
Speaker
Peg Phillips
