About CPYB

Yacht Sales Professionals (brokers, dealers, salespeople) have a benchmark for measuring their skills, abilities and performance, while, at the same time, enhancing their marketing value. Boat sellers and buyers are in a better position to select qualified, competent sales professionals with confidence and trust.

If you want to set yourself apart, the Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB) program is for you.

 

 

Get
Certified

CPYB Certification is the mark of excellence for yacht sales professionals throughout North America.

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Earning Certification


CPYB brokers have met professional qualifications and have successfully passed a three-hour examination, testing their skills and knowledge as yacht sales professionals. If you are committed to professionalism and have what it takes, we invite you to apply.

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Renew Your
Certification

Retaining certification ensures you stay current with industry trends.

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Renew Your Certification


As you know, staying competitive and successful requires a continuing commitment to educating yourself on the latest industry information and insights. That is why the basis of CPYB Recertification requires your participation in educational activities and professional involvement that help you to remain one of the most experienced brokers in the brokerage industry.

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Upcoming Pre-Approved Events

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  • April 25-27, 2025

    Safe Harbor Essex Island Marina 11 Ferry Street, Essex, CT 06426

    April 25 (1:00PM EDT) - 27 (5:00PM EDT), 2025

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  • April 25-27, 2025

    Safe Harbor Essex Island Marina 11 Ferry Street, Essex, CT 06426

    April 25 (1:00PM EDT) - 27 (5:00PM EDT), 2025

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  • April 25-27, 2025

    Safe Harbor Essex Island Marina 11 Ferry Street, Essex, CT 06426

    April 25 (1:00PM EDT) - 27 (5:00PM EDT), 2025

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Fri
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April 25 (1:00PM EDT) - 27 (5:00PM EDT), 2025

CT Spring Boat Show

April 25-27, 2025

Safe Harbor Essex Island Marina 11 Ferry Street, Essex, CT 06426

This is a rain or shine event. Children 13 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult. Be sure to get a Children’s ticket for them when you are purchasing online. Each ticket/bracelet provides entrance for all three days. The show is a production of WindCheck Magazine and hosted by Safe Harbor Essex Island. Show 2024 sponsors include Essex Boat Works, Maritime Insurance International, Surfridge Brewing Co., Mohegan Sun Casino, Yacht Brokers Association of America (YBAA), Risk Strategies/Gowrie Group, The Griswold Inn, The Essex Steam Train & Riverboat, Experience Essex, and Saybrook Point Resort & Marina.

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Wed
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2025
May 21, 2025
2:00PM - 3:00PM EDT

CPYB Webinar: NYBA

Webinar Date: May 21, 2025

Zoom

TBD

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April: Recognition for New CPYBs
04/04/2025

April: Recognition for New CPYBs

Join us in celebrating the new CPYBs certified in April 2025.


March: Recognition for New CPYBs
03/11/2025

March: Recognition for New CPYBs

Join us in celebrating the new CPYBs certified in March 2025.


February: Recognition for New CPYBs
02/03/2025

February: Recognition for New CPYBs

Join us in celebrating the new CPYBs certified in February 2025.


January: Recognition for New CPYBs
01/30/2025

January: Recognition for New CPYBs

Join us in celebrating the new CPYBs certified in January 2025.