YBAA e-SEMINARS
YBAA and CPYB present a varied series of teleconference e-Seminars throughout the year, many FREE, providing valuable education and insights for participating Yacht Sales Professionals. e-Seminars facilitate the sharing of knowledge and experience to help identify potential pitfalls and the possible solutions for the multitude of challenges that a broker or brokerage owner and/or manager faces daily. Specific e-Seminars are available for brokerage principals, CPYB brokers, brokers and other industry leaders.
Participation at each e-Seminar provides 1 CPYB Recertification Credit.
Upcoming e-Seminars will be listed below, on the event calendar on the right and will be promoted in the monthly Yacht Broker e-Newsletter.
Do you have suggestions for future topics or presenters? Contact JP Skov,YBAA Executive Director.
None at this time.
CPYB Webinar: Back to the Basics – Sharpening Your Sales Edge (BO & IYBA Hosts)
Webinar Date: June 25, 2025
Join us as we revisit the fundamentals of successful selling in our uniquely dynamic industry—more than just a career, it’s our way of life. From first impressions to closing the deal, we’ll refine the communication skills and techniques that elevate seasoned professionals. Think of it as training camp for top performers—repetition, precision, and readiness for game day.
CPYB Webinar: Being a Better Broker (CYBA Host)
Webinar Date: April 16, 2025
Whether you're new to the profession or a seasoned CPYB, there's always room to sharpen your skills and elevate your approach. In this engaging session, Jeff Merrill, CPYB since 2012, shares practical tips, fresh ideas, and encouraging reminders to help you become a better broker. Join us for an insightful conversation designed to reinforce the value of continuous learning and professional growth while supporting your success in the industry. By the end of this session, you will be able to: 1. Revisit and reinforce effective professional habits. 2. Refresh and improve your communication approach. 3. Identify strategies to prioritize time more efficiently.
YBAA Webinar: YachtBroker.org: The Solution For An Industry MLS to Feed Retail Online Platforms
Webinar Date: April 10, 2025
Join us for an in-depth look at Yachtbroker.org, the industry’s innovative solution for a centralized MLS platform designed to seamlessly feed retail online platforms. Discover how this powerful tool streamlines yacht listings, enhances data accuracy, and supports brokers in reaching a wider audience through integrated digital channels. Whether you’re a broker, platform provider, or industry stakeholder, this session will show you how Yachtbroker.org is shaping the future of yacht sales.
CPYB Webinar: Why Use a Yacht Broker? Hosted by YBAA
Webinar Date: February 26, 2025
We’ve all heard the question, “Why should I use a broker to sell my boat?” This session will break down the sales process to use to answer this question, including advantages a broker can deliver for listing, qualifying, selling, and closing a deal.
