Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF)

The Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) is a not-for-profit marine trade organization based on SW Third Avenue in Fort Lauderdale. Established in 1961, it has more than 500 member companies across Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties and describes itself as the largest marine trade organization in the Southeast United States.

MIASF works on promotion, professionalism and advocacy for the regional marine industry, with a mission focused on the sound growth of the industry for its members, their customers, local communities and the environment. The association cites roughly 142,000 regional marine jobs and $18.5 billion in annual economic output. Its staff also run workforce development and apprenticeship programs, and it has hosted a marine job fair.

MIASF owns the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS). In past years it has also hosted a FLIBS Kickoff Party and an Exhibitor Party around show week. The association is led by President and CEO Phil Purcell.

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Address: 221 SW Third Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Phone: (954) 524-2733
Email: info@miasf.org
Website: miasf.org
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