DESIGNATIONS / MEMBERS OF:

The CIPS-Certified International Property Specialist Designation is synonymous with advanced expertise, a global perspective and distinct understanding of a global buyer, and comes with powerful brand recognition with designees in nearly 40 countries. By earning a CIPS Designation you gain access to the CIPS Network, a members-only group specifically for international practitioners of the National Association of REALTORS®. Comprised of over 2,000 real estate professionals specializing in all types of real estate, the CIPS Network provides a 360° view of the global market. In any type of international real estate transaction, members are consumers' best and most trusted resource for navigating the international market.

The award winning Council is now the largest and most successful local council in the world, boasting more than 60 partnerships globally. To date the International Council has reciprocal agreements signed with 45 foreign real estate organizations and additional relationships that total over 50 international organizations. The International Council was formed to meet the needs of the growing market of the international real estate specialists. The mission of the Council is to provide networking and technological opportunities to its members. This is accomplished through foreign outreach activities and our education programs designed to enhance the cultural and marketing knowledge of members within specific target market countries and regions.

The REALTORS Commercial Alliance of MIAMI is one of the largest commercial REALTOR organizations in the country with over 1,000 active members. RCA MIAMI was created over 10 years ago because we recognized that commercial practitioners need specific tools, products, education and resources. RCA MIAMI members specialize in office, industrial, retail, multi-family, investment and other commercial disciplines.

A division of the Miami International Council of the Miami Association of Realtors, providing all of the resources, networking, and global reach of it's parent council but with a focus on the specific needs of the markets found in Broward County.

The National Business Aviation Association was created to foster an environment that allows business aviation to thrive in the United States and around the world. Founded in 1947 and based in Washington, DC, NBAA is the leading organization for companies that rely on general aviation aircraft to help make their businesses more efficient, productive and successful. The Association provides countless products and services to the business aviation community, including the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition, the world's largest civil aviation trade show.

The mission statement of the International Superyacht Society is to ensure sustainability and excellence in the global yachting industry. ISS was founded in 1989 and represents the large yacht industry. Their mission is delivered by building alliances worldwide with regional and functional associations; to serve as a communications conduit for issues affecting the marketplace, owners, crew and industry members; and to recognize achievement as well as provide educational opportunities. In addition, ISS develops and implements a broad industry program in order to define and promote good business practices specific to Superyachting.

The USSA was formed in 2005 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 11 founding members have worked to grow the USSA to represent the superyacht industry in more than 20 states and seven foreign countries.

Founded over a decade ago as Yachtcouncil, the new YATCO membership is dedicated to best practice professionals who adhere to honesty and ethical standards. YATCO pro membership is limited to professionals only and contains the purest yacht listing system in the world with more than $3 Billion in yacht sales per year.

The International Yacht Brokers Association was created in 1987 to unite those engaged in the yacht brokerage business for the purpose of promoting professionalism and cooperation among its members; and to promote and maintain a high standard of conduct in the transacting of the yacht brokerage business.

As a privileged bridge between the Americas, Miami attracts investments and hosts several international business headquarters. Since 1991, the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast (IACC) has supported Italian entrepreneurs and companies in their business endeavors in this global hub. Today the Chamber strives to consolidate its role in promoting economic ties between Italy and the United States and assisting its members in their endeavors.

CHARITY / SPONSORSHIPS:

SeaKeepers is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire the leaders of the world to become a voice for the oceans. By bridging the gaps between good science and the business and yachting communities, we facilitate the task of accurate baseline data collection and oceanic research.

The Marine Industry Cares Foundation exists to unite people in the maritime community with the local community where they co-exist and to harness the resources available to raise monies, awareness and support for local charitable organizations supporting children and families.

Kids In Distress (KID) is a nationally-accredited, community-supported agency based in South Florida, specializing in children and families.

The Children's Diagnostic & Treatment Center (CDTC) is a not-for-profit organization that serves more than 10,000 children with special health care needs in Broward County.

YachtAid Global is dedicated to delivering humanitarian, developmental and conservation aid onboard yachts to isolated as well as underprivileged coastal communities worldwide. In times of natural disasters, YachtAid Global has the ability to mobilize and shift resources quickly to provide disaster relief in ways that others have not explored.ok