March 2024 CMA Newsletter
The CMA Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit organization dedicated to the maritime industry and its future leaders.
Mission: To foster future maritime professionals by promoting and supporting maritime-related education through financial assistance and program initiatives. Programs include Scholarships, Internship Stipends, Career Days, and the Business of Shipping Competition.
By the time this comes to print, CMA Shipping 2024 will be upon us!
There is so much to celebrate this year, in particular, the 40th Anniversary of the Connecticut Maritime Association. 40 years. When you reflect upon how much change has occurred in our industry over the last 4 decades, it is impressive and staggering. And while much has changed, it’s interesting to note how the themes and concerns of the shipping industry remain the same. Geo-political developments, shifting trade patterns, advancements in ship technologies, concerns of the sailors, the challenges associated with financing the business, and now, our daily discussions on environmental impacts and sustainable solutions. All of these will be covered and more over the next few days. The agenda is truly jam packed, so hop on over to the Hilton and join us! You can always purchase a day pass. The agenda can be found here: https://informaconnect.com/cma-shipping/agenda/1/
We will also be celebrating our new Commodore: Mr. Michael D. Tusiani. Michael has been a constant in the NY/CT Shipping community since 1973 when he joined Poten & Partners. His commitment to building up generations of people in shipping, is the epitome of why good brokers are not only important, but are critical to the success of shipping companies and personnel globally. I am personally looking forward to clinking glasses and thanking Michael for all that he has given to our community.
We also have lots of other surprises and awards to give out over the next couple of days. I look forward to seeing most of you in person and am eternally grateful to all of those to take the time to present, exhibit, share ideas and be good shipmates and members of the CMA community.
Now….finish reading this newsletter and make your way over to CMA Shipping 2024.
Best regards,
Sandi Ennor
President
To enable the CMA to better serve our members, Kim will be responsible for all membership administration. So if you have any questions regarding your membership please feel free to contact Kim at the contact info below and she will be happy to help. TEL: +1 203-548-7444 FAX: +1 866-548-7720
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