Primary Benefits
There are many benefits to joining the International Propeller Club. These include:
- Membership in an almost century-old maritime organization that is known worldwide
- Being part of a dynamic community of maritime professionals dedicated to improving global maritime commerce and our intermodal transportation systems
- Strengthen your business, stay up-to-date with current issues, and foster goodwill and cooperation between the businesses and agencies that make up our vibrant seaport community
- Members can further their professional development and career growth by attending our annual International Convention
- Port Officers can receive training in their roles, responsibilities, and duties as Port officers
- Sponsor a local Student Port and help develop the workforce of the future
- Mentor a student and participate in a mentorship program with students in your port community
- Partner and strategize with schools, training centers, and other maritime-focused organizations to help increase the maritime workers’ career paths and job opportunities
- Enjoy monthly professional development seminars for members and students
- Participate in the renewal and development of our biennial Strategic Plan
- Serve on various Propeller Club committees
- Network with other U.S. and international chapters of the Propeller Club
- Receive our annual Leadership Directory of Propeller Club leaders worldwide
- Participate in our members-only LinkedIn Group
- Recognize a Member of Congress who has materially assisted and supported the maritime industry at our annual Salute to Congress
- Advocate for issues affecting the maritime industry on local, state and national levels
- Contribute to educating your local business community about the impact of maritime activity in your port community
- Attend our annual Maritime Sail-In to meet Congressional Members and staff and liaise with government agencies/representatives on behalf of maritime issues
- Receive our monthly newsletter, which advises you of the latest industry news, what our Clubs are doing around the world, and information on national and international regulatory changes
- Opportunity for a member spotlight on our website and social media
- Access the members-only section of the International Propeller Club website
- Build personal and professional relationships
- Stay up-to-date on maritime news