Discover what’s next for your Marina at the 54th Annual MAT Conference & Trade Show!

The MAT Conference gives you the opportunity to connect with leaders and peers across the Texas marina industry while gaining practical insights you can apply right away.

Who attends:
   ●  Marina owners, operators, and employees from coastal and inland marinas
   ●  Associate companies representing a wide range of marina-related businesses
   ●  Representatives from national and state agencies and organizations

What is offered:
   ●  Leading mainstage speakers with practical leadership and business insights 
   ●  Focused technical sessions on today’s key marina issues
   ●  Trade Show displaying the most recent products and services available to marinas
   ●  Various Networking Opportunities to help build your professional rolodex

Not to mention…
   ● 16th Annual Nyle Mann Memorial Golf Tournament
   ●  7th Annual MAT Gives Back Cornhole Tournament, benefitting Folds of Honor
   ●  Awards & Installation Luncheon celebrating 2026 and welcoming 2027 

To stay competitive and grow, marinas must invest intentionally in their people and systems while keeping pace with industry changes. MAT’s Annual Conference is built to provide that value to every attendee.

Register today to deepen your expertise, grow your career, and expand your professional network.

Schedule:

8:30 am - 12:00 pm Tremont Ballroom

Exhibits Open

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Tremont Ballroom

Educational Sessions

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Tremont Ballroom

Awards & Installation Luncheon

Awards Luncheon; all welcome
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

MAT Board Meeting

8:50 am - 9:00 am Tremont Ballroom

Tuesday - October 20

Welcome Address by 2026 President, Tara Carr
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8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tremont Ballroom

Exhibits Open

9:00 am - 4:00 pm Tremont Ballroom

Educational Sessions

5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

MGB Cornhole Tournament

MAT Gives Back Cornhole Tournament benefitting Folds of Honor
9:00 am - 3:00 pm Moody Gardens Golf Course

16th Annual Nyle Mann Memorial Golf Tournament

Bring your business to the Golf Course! All levels welcome.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Galveston Yacht Marina

Welcome Mixer

Join us for a Welcome Mixer at Galveston Yacht Marina. Transportation provided to and from The Tremont House.
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Tremont House Ballroom

Exhibitor Move In

Move In and Set up for all Exhibitors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be a MAT member to attend?

Yes, every attendee and exhibitor must be a MAT member in good standing to attend. To join MAT, visit https://www.marinaassociationoftexas.com/membership/ or call the MAT office to get signed up.

How can I share my product or service with Texas marinas?

First, make sure you're a current member of MAT! The next step is to attend the Annual Conference & Trade Show as an Exhibitor or Partner. We have several opportunities available and can help you decide what works best for you. All Exhibitors and Partners are listed in the official Conference Program and on the MAT website. We work hard to encourage natural interactions among attendees. Call the MAT office if you have questions.

Where will the 54th Annual Conference take place?

Most of the events will be in The Tremont House ballroom. The Golf Tournament, Opening Marina Mixer and Cornhole Tournament will be offsite. Please visit the official conference page for details: https://www.marinaassociationoftexas.com/annual-conference/

Is the Conference worth my time?

Absolutely! We work hard to bring valuable speakers in to cover topics important to you. Beyond the education, the networking is top notch. All aspects of the conference are crafted to create natural interactions among attendees - including the trade show and extra events. You will meet marina and associate members that you can call on long after the conference for questions or guidance. And we guarantee you'll have fun as well!

I have a question not answered here.

Visit our conference page on the MAT website for more information and hotel details. If you don't find what you're looking for, call or email the MAT office and we'll get you taken care of.

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