ABBRA Classes Coming to Newport in January

The American Boat Builder and Repairer Association (ABBRA) is bringing two of its most popular courses to Newport, Rhode Island, in January 2020, hosted by IYRS (International Yacht Restoration School) School of Technology & Trades.

The courses, Marine Service Manager TM, from January 5 to 9, and Step up to Supervisor, from January 13 to 14, are now open for registration.

The four-day Marine Service Manager course is designed for individuals working in management or leadership roles in boatbuilding, refit, repair and service facilities. Participants will gain new insights from ABBRA’s instructors and peers, on issues and challenges common throughout the industry. Attendees will establish a network of contacts in the industry from facilities around the country.

Topics that will be covered in the class include:

• Leadership Skills and Time Management
• Human Resources and Team Building
• Safety, Health, and Emergency Response
• Financial Management
• Project Management
• Maritime Law
• Contracts
• Marketing and Social Media

Registration includes tuition, course materials, coffee breaks, lunch, one dinner and the boatyard study tour. To register visit https://abbra-member-manager.wildapricot.org/event-3597465. The deadline to register is December 31.

The Step Up to Supervisor Course is designed for anyone who has just moved into a supervisory role or is about to. This new class will help fledgling supervisors adjust to their new position with the confidence needed to succeed. Step Up To Supervisor attendees will learn how to:

• Create a service culture;
• Boost productivity and profitability;
• Reduce employee turnover;
• Attract and retain top talent;
• Fully engage your team;
• Improve customer relations;
• Navigate ethical dilemmas.

Topics covered will include communications; time and financial management; goal setting; project planning; delegation and mentoring; team building; cost and inventory controls; performance feedback; and compliance issues.

Registration for includes tuition, course materials, coffee breaks and lunch. To register visit https://abbra-member-manager.wildapricot.org/event-3597480. The registration deadline is January 3.