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.

 

 

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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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Thu
5
2024
December 5, 2024

IYBA/YBAA Summit: Yacht Sales & the Law

In Person Event: December 5, 2024

Marriott Harbor Beach

In partnership with YBAA, join us for a one-day event covering a diverse array of topics in the yacht sales industry, from insurance and pre-purchase surveys to Foreign Trade Zone regulations. This seminar, held on December 5th, at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach, offers valuable insights into the legal and regulatory aspects of yacht sales and serves as a hub for networking with opportunities to connect and stay informed about the latest developments.

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Tue
10
2024
December 10, 2024
11:00AM - 1:00PM EDT

CPYB: Exam Prep Session

Webinar Date: December 10, 2024

Presenter: Rob Langford, CPYB

Any CPYB Candidate (or CPYB certified member) is invited to participate in this exam prep session led by Rob Langford, CPYB. In this two-hour session, you will hear from 5 subject matter experts while they cover key topics under each of the five Principal Knowledge categories that candidates will encounter on the exam. Primarily intended for exam takers, but all CPYB’s who attend this session will earn 3 CE. Consider signing up and attending as a refresher!

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October: Recognition for New CPYBs
10/30/2024

October: Recognition for New CPYBs

Join us in celebrating the new CPYBs certified in October 2024.

June: Recognition for New CPYBs
06/28/2024

June: Recognition for New CPYBs

Join us in celebrating the new CPYBs certified in June 2024.

May: Recognition for New CPYBs
05/29/2024

May: Recognition for New CPYBs

Join us in celebrating the new CPYBs certified in May 2024.

April: Recognition for New CPYBs
04/26/2024

April: Recognition for New CPYBs

Join us in celebrating the new CPYBs certified in April 2024.

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Industry Partners

ABYC
Boating United
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Partner Associations

YBAA
IYBA
Boating Ontario
NWYB
CYBA
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