Page 10 - Jupiter Ocean Mile - May '22

Page 10, Jupiter Ocean Mile
Boat Show Announces $300,000 Donation

To Marine Life Conservation

It was anchors aweigh for the Palm Beach International Boat presented the Fish & Wildlife Foundation
Show, as elected officials and event stakeholders gathered on the of Florida with a donation of $300,000 to
West Palm Beach waterfront for the show’s opening ceremony. support their efforts in protecting marine
The boat show also hosted an exclusive luncheon for business wildlife and advancing sustainability.
leaders in the Blue Heron Ballroom at The Ben, Autograph “This donation is greatly appreciated
Collection, which featured a conversation with Jack and Gary and will help us continue promoting
Nicklaus, moderated by Rena Blades, director of community habitat conservation and healthy
and government affairs for the boat show. waterways overall in the state,” said
Andrew Walker, president and CEO of
the Fish & Wildlife Foundation.
At the luncheon, Jack and Gary
Nicklaus were invited to the stage for a
conversation and a question and answer The Nicklaus family comes out to support marine life conservation. Left to
about their family’s love of marine life right: Jackie and Allison Nicklaus, Krista and Steve Nicklaus, Barbara and Jack
and conservation, passion for fishing, and Nicklaus, Nan O’Leary, Joy Casciano, Gary Nicklaus
dedication to philanthropy.
“The boating industry is one of the
pillars of Florida’s economy,” said Jack
Nicklaus. “It not only provides fun,
healthy recreation, but also creates
John Lacy, Andrew Doole, Andrew Walker, Laura Russel, thousands of jobs. The future is bright
Gary Nicklaus and the opportunities are strong if all of
us pull together to capture the tremendous
The inaugural “Charting the Course” Business Leadership potential that these great waters of ours
Luncheon commemorated the 40th anniversary of the boat have to offer.”
show, and brought together leaders from all sectors in order to About Informa Markets
build relationships and celebrate the economic impact of the Informa Markets creates platforms
marine industry. The event represented a collaboration between for industries and specialist markets to
the Marine Industries of Association of Palm Beach County trade, innovate, and grow. We provide
(MIAPBC), Informa Markets, and the Business Development marketplace participants around the globe Austin Burkett, Alyssa Freeman, Mayor Keith James, Andrew Walker, Gary
Board of Palm Beach County. with opportunities to engage, experience, Nicklaus, Laura Russel, Andrew Doole
“We have a mission to promote the growth of the marine and do business through face-to-face
industry for the benefit of our members, the community, and exhibitions, targeted digital services, and actionable data Their mission is to promote and protect the sound growth of
the environment,” said Alyssa Freeman, executive director of solutions. We connect buyers and sellers across more than a the marine industry in Palm Beach County for the benefit and
the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County, before dozen global verticals, including boating, pharmaceuticals, education of its members, the community, and the environment.
welcoming West Palm Beach Mayor Keith James to the podium. food, fashion, and infrastructure. As the world’s leading market- The MIAPBC brings the community two annual signature events:
“We are so thrilled to have you in our city. The boat show is making company, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets the Palm Beach International Boat Show and the Palm Beach
very important to our economy as West Palm Beach continues to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive Holiday Boat Parade. MIAPBC supports more than 40 local
to grow and become more vibrant,” said Mayor James, as he 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit www. marine-related events and nonprofits that protect and promote
thanked and congratulated the MIAPBC and Informa Markets. informamarkets.com. the marine industry in Palm Beach County and beyond, with a
“We’re very excited about the impact this show has had on About The Marine Industries Association Of Palm portion providing scholarships to deserving students. Since its
West Palm Beach, and we’re also proud to be environmental Beach County inception, the MIAPBC has donated over $2.5 million to local
stewards,” said Andrew Doole, president of the U.S. Boat Shows The Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County, nonprofit organizations and scholarship candidates.
Division with Informa Markets. The U.S. Boat Show Division Inc. (MIAPBC) is a not-for-profit organization formed in 1986. Photos by Tracey Benson Photography
Eagles Long Run Tribute Concert

Report and Photos by Penny Sheltz The Long Run band rocked the amphitheater with great Already Gone, Tequila Sunrise, Desperado, Life in the Fast
Abacoa was alive with the sounds of the Eagles performed songs like Witchy Woman, Take It to the Limit, One of These Lane, Hotel California, New Kid in Town, Wasted Time,
by The Long Run band in a tribute concert. The band is made Nights, Take It Easy, Peaceful Easy Feeling, Lyin’ Eyes, I Heartache Tonight, After the Thrill Is Gone, Love Will Keep
up of some of Florida’s finest and most respected musicians. Can’t Tell You Why, The Long Run, The Best of My Love, Us Alive, and more.
Members of The Long Run band have performed with or
shared the stage with great artists like Lynyrd Skynyrd,
Steppenwolf, Eddie Money, and the Beach Boys.
Crowds gathered an hour before the show for fun with Home Health Care
all ages at this free community concert, presented by
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