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			2009 International Marina & Boatyard Conference (IMBC) January 25-28, 2009 Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention Center Fort Lauderdale, FL IMBC is the only conference geared toward marina owners, operators, and personnel as well as boat builders and repairers—brought to you by the Association of Marina Industries (AMI) and the America Boat Builders and Repairers Association (ABBRA). IMBC is where everyone gathers to exchange information, talk about the future of the marina and boatyard industry, explore new methods and techniques, receive updates on revised standards and established rules, and see what's happening in other parts of the country. Come network with internationally acclaimed marina-industry professionals while mingling with Certified Marina Managers, potential Certified Marina Managers, other marina operators, boat repairers, and more. Over the course of three days, join the other 600 conference attendees at the highly informative seminars then walk the show floor to visit with any of IMBC's 130 exhibitors. At the end of the conference, re-establish contacts made at the show or connect with new people on a field trip to area marinas. Please stop by booth #205 to meet ATM's Bill Fay and Pete Peterson who present on "The Role of Engineering in Marina Development" along with Mark Lavery, vice president of Old Port Cove Holdings, owner of Old Port Cove Marina in North Palm Beach, FL. Seatrade Middle East Maritime 2008 December 14-16, 2008 Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre Dubai, UAE A glance at the headline figures coming out of the Arabian Gulf means it’s no surprise that the Seatrade Middle East Maritime exhibition and conference, held every two years in Dubai, has evolved into one of the world’s fastest-growing maritime events and now ranks among the industry’s Top 10 largest. In 2006 the event notched up record attendance of 6,000 trade participants from 63 countries—45% from outside the region. In 2008, the organizers expect attendance to increase by at least 20%. Seatrade Middle East Maritime 2008 is already the largest event to date with a record number of exhibitors and stands within the exhibition hall. Boasting 7 national pavilions including: China, France, Germany, Holland, India, Singapore and the United Kingdom; 250+ companies will participate. ATM Dubai's Fabiana Maccarini is attending. FSA 2008 Winter Conference December 3-5, 2008 Hyatt Regency Tampa Tampa, FL The 2008 Winter Conference promises to be an excellent blend of technical and policy oriented workshops. In addition to the conference there will be two pre-conference options: A special one-day technical session on TMDLs co-sponsored by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and the required Laws, Rules, and Ethics course for Professional Engineers. ATM VP and FSA Board Member Steve Peene is attending. NCBIWA Annual Conference November 17-18, 2008 Courtyard by Marriott Oceanfront Resort Carolina Beach, NC The timely theme of the North Carolina Beach, Inlet & Waterway Association's annual conference for 2008 is "Shaping the Future of Coastal North Carolina & the Southeast." For Professional Engineers, a certificate for 10.5 Professional Development Hours will be provided on request. ATM staff will attend and provide an information table Urbanpromo 2008, 5th Edition November 12-15, 2008 Istituto Veneto di Lettere, Scienze ed Arti, Palazzo Franchetti Venice, Italy Urbanpromo is an urban and territorial marketing event with the aim of increasing the culture of urban, economic and ecological feasibility of the projects, improving the quality of the planning processes, and making the market more open and competitive. ATM Dubai's Fabiana Maccarini is presenting and attending along with Marina Studio Leader Esteban L. Biondi. 2008 ULI Fall Meeting & Urban Land Expo October 27-30, 2008 Miami Beach Convention Center Miami Beach, FL Join more than 7,000 attendees from around the world as they gather in Southeast Florida to find out the latest information on real estate markets, and learn what to expect from the global economy in the coming months. Hear how others have weathered market challenges in the past and have made it through to the other side. And for the first time, ULI’s Latin America Conference will be held in conjunction with the Fall Meeting. This year's annual meeting offers an all-star line-up of speakers, including Vicente Fox, Christiane Amanpour, James Rubin, and Paul Volcker. Please stop by booth #1004 to meet ATM Chairman & Founder Ed Modzelewski, Utility Engineering Team Leader Angela Bryan, and Marina Studio Leader Esteban L. Biondi. 8th Drystack Conference October 26-29, 2008 Marriott West Palm Beach, Florida The Drystack Conference is an intense two-day look at current Drystack trends and solutions in today’s marina industry. Seminar topics include, the latest in building and equipment handling technology; marina reconfi guration projects; fork lift safety and maintenance; climate controlled facilities; and fi nancial performance. The conference concludes with a panel discussion of leading experts in Drystack answering questions in a roundtable discussion. This event hosts many opportunities to network with leading operators, developers and vendors. It is an event not to miss. Attending are ATM's Greg Kelahan, Dave Huempfner, and Kirby Marshall, who will also speak on Drystack Development Feasibility/Planning. 1st International Conference: Development of Yacht Clubs October 22-23, 2008 Royal Yacht Club Moscow, Russia Moscow will host the 1st International Conference: Development of Yacht Clubs by event organizer National Academy of Urban and Development (Moscow). It will include reports on the design, construction, and work with marina yacht clubs and will offer advanced foreign experience in the industry yacht business. The purpose of the activity is to fully inform participants on all aspects of the yacht business: the choice of location and the ratio of urban and federal authorities, design, selection of necessary infrastructure, which would create an international standard marina (WHARF infrastructure, waterworks, floating filling station, hotel, restaurant, etc.). On day one, participants will discuss strategic issues, especially the yacht business in Russia, and suggest ways to overcome administrative, managerial, and technological challenges. The second day will consider marina projects in Russia, the US, the UAE, and Europe. Speakers include specialists from Europe and the US, and will bring together more than 100 investors, developers, and builders from Moscow, St. Petersburg, and other regions interested in the development of yacht clubs. The event will be widely publicized on TV in Moscow. ATM Chairman & Founder Ed Modzelewski will present on "Successful Yacht Club Planning & Development: Historical Perspectives & Future Trends" at this invitation-only event. ASBPA National Coastal Conference October 15-17, 2008 Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza Chicago, IL Dubbed "Chicago 2008: 'Sustainable Shorelines,'" ASBPA's national coastal conference offers three days of coastal science, policy, technology, and politics, with a half-day field trip of the Chicago shoreline scheduled. ATM's Pete Seidle is presenting. 2008 Green Marine Summit October 10-11, 2008 Marriott Hutchinson Island, FL The first ever Green Marine Summit is a meeting of waterfront construction and development professionals discussing sustainable technologies. It is hosted by the Florida Marine Contractors Associations, the Marine Industries Association (Treasure Coast) and the Association of Marina Industries. The event is intended to give attendees the opportunity to motivate the marine construction industry to action, learn what works from green building professionals, discuss clean water and clean marine ideas, find out how to make money going green, and meet and learn from profitable companies that provide green products and services, organizers reported. "Everyone talks about 'green' these days. This workshop will show you how to turn green into profits and competitive advantage. ATM's John Shaffer will participate in the roundtable discussion. SESWA 2008 Annual Conference October 1-3, 2008 Francis Marion Hotel Charleston, SC The focus is on on "Lesson Learned and Experience Gained” in the Southeast. Course content is targeted for senior engineering and public works staff, managers and elected officials. From the NPDES MS4 permitting program to resolving drainage complaints and establishing stormwater utilities, the Conference will give attendees the answers they've been looking for! Plus there are many opportunities to network with their peers throughout the Southeast! Attending are ATM's Tony Maglione and Bill Saunders, who is also presenting. Please stop by and see them at booth #B1.