Metstrade Young Professionals Club
Join the Metstrade Young Professionals Club
The Metstrade Young Professionals Club (YPC) & Career Zone unites young industry experts (under 35) from diverse backgrounds, fostering networking opportunities both online and offline. At the Metstrade show floor, our exclusive members-only lounge provides a face-to-face setting for encountering peers and gaining insights from industry leaders. New this year is that YPC members can also benefit from the Metstrade Career Zone, in which we partner up with Marine Resources' in career coaching sessions, workshops and networking events not only during the show but also year-around in our LinkedIn Group.
Join the conversation in the Young Professionals Club
Why you should join:
Enjoy certain privileges
As a Young Professionals Club member, you have certain privileges when attending Metstrade. Amongst them are free access to the Breakfast Briefing, exhibitor happy hour, and guided Metstrade show floor tour. You'll have access to members-only Young Professionals Club & Career Zone, which offers exclusive networking with your peers over a nice lunch or a cup of coffee.
Expand your network
Members of the Metstrade Young Professionals Club gain access to the Metstrade Young Professionals LinkedIn Group, which offers an online environment that helps you to connect and stay in touch with your peers. Become part of our group to stay up-to-date on industry events, get the latest news and much more.
Get inspired
The Metstrade Young Professionals Club aims to encourage and inspire young industry professionals to advance in their professional life and their daily work. During the Metstrade show we offer you a free of charge – no strings attached.
Unlocking opportunities: Metstrade Young Professionals Club & Career Zone
As a YPC member, you can take advantage of the Metstrade Career Zone, where we partner with Marine Resources to offer:
- Career coaching sessions
- Workshops
- Year-round networking events through our LinkedIn Group
Our goal is to empower the next generation in the marine industry. Join the Metstrade Young Professionals Club & Career Zone to unlock your potential, connect with fellow industry talents, broaden your network, and find inspiration in our exclusive event lineup during the show. Membership is open to those under 35 and is completely free. Together, let's empower the next generation!
About Marine Resources
Founded in 2003 by James Ward, Marine Resources initially focused on the Marine Leisure sector. Over time, they've grown globally to meet high demand, becoming a leading provider of marine jobs and recruitment services across various sectors, including Leisure, Superyachts, Commercial, and Defence. Their expertise spans Design, Engineering, Technical, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Skilled Trades, offering tailored recruitment for permanent and contract roles. With a dedicated job board and experienced Recruitment Consultants, deeply knowledgeable about the marine industry, they excel in staffing solutions. The Metstrade Young Professionals Club & Career Zone partnership is part of their Future Talent initiative, which aims to Attract, Train and Retain Young Professionals whilst helping them to and Thrive, fostering their contributions to the marine industry's future success.
Feadship
Feadship, renowned for building some of the world's most prestigious superyachts, is excited to be present at the Young Professionals Lounge at Metstrade. As a leader in Dutch yacht building, Feadship is always seeking talented individuals who are passionate about innovation and craftsmanship. In the Lounge, we aim to connect with the next generation of skilled professionals, offering them the chance to contribute to the creation of bespoke yachts. At Feadship, every team member plays a vital role in crafting these extraordinary vessels, and we are eager to meet those who share our dedication and vision for the future of yacht building.
Programme Young Professionals Club & Career Zone
Tuesday 19 November 2024
Breakfast Briefing and dame design awards
METSTRADE and ICOMIA are thrilled to announce that Terry Hutchinson, the highly experienced Skipper and President of Operations for New York Yacht Club American Magic, will inspire an international audience of leading marine professionals as the scene is set for the show’s first day on 19 November. Following Terry Hutchinson's keynote, get ready for the pinnacle of design excellence in the industry, the official awards ceremony of the DAME Design Awards 2024. All YPC members are welcome.
Speakers: Niels Klarenbeek - Director METSTRADE & Terry Hutchinson, Skipper and President of Operations at NYYC American Magic
Powered by: METSTRADE & ICOMIA
Date & Time: 19 November, 08.00 - 09.30 hrs
Location: Entrance E, Forum
Meet and greet
The Breakfast Briefing keynote speaker Terry Hutchinson, will visit the YPC Lounge for an open and informal conversation.
Speaker: Terry Hutchinson, Skipper and President of Operations for NYYC American Magic
Powered by: METSTRADE & ICOMIA
Date & Time: 19 November, time: to be announced
Location: Entrance C, YPC & Career Zone Lounge