We’re proud to host forums, both in person and online, that celebrate women’s knowledge and professional achievements in yachting. These events provide access to industry trends, expert insights, and meaningful conversations, designed to connect, inspire, and empower women while fostering growth and recognition across the global yachting community.
2026 forums
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2026 forums
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND LEADERSHIP ACROSS MARKETS
Mar 5th, 3:30PM - 5:00PM CET.
Live broadcast with on-demand access.
In honor of Women’s Day, this forum explores leadership, management, and entrepreneurship in a heritage-driven, high-value industry. Discussions focus on balancing legacy with innovation, leading agile teams, managing global operations, and fostering an entrepreneurial mindset to anticipate market shifts. Participants gain actionable insights and practical strategies to drive transformation, inspire teams, and position their organizations for growth.
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS & MODERATORS
Alison Vassallo
Partner & Head of Yachting
at Fenech & Fenech
Carla Guilhem
Owner at Carla Guilhem Design
Captain Patricia Caswell
General Manager SYSC at
Gulf Craft Group
Anna Mas Sancho
Varador 2000 Shipyard and Marina Barcelona
Gabriella Cramer
Founder of GC MARITIME Consulting & Training, LLC
Pauline Micallef
CEO of MaritimeMT
Barbara Amerio
CEO at Amer Yachts SPA
Frederica Findlater
Head of Charter Management at Burgess
Samantha Sottile
CEO & Owner of
Loom Luxury Linens
Barrett Wright
President of Hill Robinson Yacht Management
Ione Astondoa
Chief Operating Officer
at Astondoa
Sophie Spicknell
News Editor at
Superyacht Times
Candice Christiansen
Co-Founder at Charter Itinerary AG
Laura Sherrod
Director of Yacht Insurance at Newcoast
SESSIONS
March 5th - 3:30pm to 5:00pm CET
3:30 pm CET
9:30 am EST
Balancing Legacy and Innovation: Scaling the Next Chapter
Barbara Amerio, Laura Sherrod and Sophie Spicknell.
3:54 pm CET
9:54 am EST
Leading for Tomorrow: People, Purpose, and Agility
Barrett Wright, Captain Patricia Caswell and Pauline Micallef
4:16 pm CET
10:16 am EST
Global Leadership, Local Impact: Leading Teams Across Markets
Alison Vassallo, Frederica Findlater, Ione Astondoa and Anna Mas Sancho
4:38 pm CET
10:38 am EST
Entrepreneurial Mindset for a Shifting Market: Leading Across Tradition and Change
Candice Christiansen, Carla Guilhem, Samantha Sottile and Gabriella Cramer
DESIGNING THE SUSTAINABLE YACHT: INNOVATION, ROI, AND OPERATIONS
May 21, 3:30PM - 5:00PM CET.
Live broadcast with on-demand access.
Explore key strategies for implementing sustainability in yacht production and operations. Topics include sustainable interior design and refits, advanced propulsion systems, client preferences and trends in sustainable yacht purchasing, and everyday onboard practices such as uniforms and consumables. Learn how these approaches enhance performance, reduce environmental impact, and inform decision-making across design, production, and operations.
Podcast episodes
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CONFIRMED SPEAKER & MODERATOR
Amira Bakhaeva
Manager at ETYC
Charlotte van de Kerk
Program Manager Sustainability at Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw
Lauren Wardley
Founder and CEO at
Ethical Yacht Wear
Sophie Spicknell
News Editor at
Superyacht Times
Anita Rivera Turcotte
Founder of
Verge Yacht Design
Claudia Reiners
Director at Luerssen Yacht Management
Leah Tennant
Founder and CEO
of Washdown
Bilge Zaptçıoğlu A
Founder BAZ Yacht Design
Clarissa Androsoni
Business Development Director and Yacht Interior at Winkels
Lydia Moss
Junior Yacht Manager & BD at Divergent Yachting
Camille Lopez
Founder of HY-Plug
Georgina Menheneott
Partner at Burgess and Head of Sustainability
Monica Fonseca
Founder of Fonseca Advisory
Carmen Lau
Senior Advisor at Camper
& Nicholsons Asia
Jelena Vezia
Yacht Broker
Ocean Independence
Neity Maddock
Neity Maddock
SESSIONS
MAY 21ST - 3:30pm to 5:00pm CET
3:30 pm CET
9:30 am EST
Sustainable Interior Design and Refits: Maximizing ROI
Clarissa Androsoni, Charlotte van de Kerk and Sophie Spicknell
3:54 pm CET
9:54 am EST
Exploring Nuclear, Alternative, and Wind Propulsion Options
Lydia Moss, Camille Lopez with Claudia Reiners
4:16 pm CET
10:16 am EST
Everyday Sustainability: Onboard Practices and Client Perspectives
Amira Bakhaeva, Jelena Vezia, Leah Tennant with Monica Fonseca
4:38 pm CET
10:38 am EST
Client Insights on Sustainable Yacht Purchasing
Bilge Zaptçıoğlu Atal, Carmen Lau with Neity Maddock
MARKETING:
INSIDE THE MODERN
LUXURY BUYER
Jun 10th, 3:30PM - 5:00PM CET.
Live broadcast with on-demand access.
As the yachting world embraces digital transformation, marketing sophistication is essential. This forum connects traditional luxury marketing with emerging trends like influencer collaborations, user-generated content, and cutting-edge tech. From shipyards to service providers, businesses are seeing the value of digital creators in shaping brand narratives. Attendees will gain practical insights and tools to leverage these strategies while preserving the exclusivity and elegance that define yachting.
CONFIRMED SPEAKER & MODERATOR
Cecile Gauert
Editor At Large at BOAT International Media
Victoria Chalaya
Boating & Yachting Influencer & Co-Founder @NautiStyles
Kelly Downey
Senior Vice President at Shamin Abas Associates
Michelle Van der Merwe
Superyacht Group Manager for the Mediterranean at Pantaenius
Rebecca Gabbi
VP at Lexden Luxe & Vice Chair Smart Interiors Horizon
Sophie Spicknell
News Editor at
Superyacht Times
SESSIONS
June 10th - 3:30pm to 5:00pm CET
3:30 pm CET
9:30 am EST
Inside the Minds of Ultra-High-Net-Worth Clients
Kelly Downey, Rebecca Gabbi
3:54 pm CET
9:54 am EST
Data That Builds Trust: Personalization in the Luxury Market
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4:16 pm CET
10:16 am EST
Global Wealth Migration and UHNW Trends
Michelle Van der Merwe with Cecile Gauert
4:38 pm CET
10:38 am EST
Brand Positioning: Discovering Your Niche
Victoria Chalaya