Q&A with The Yacht Racing Forum CEO, Bernard Schopfer

The 15th edition of the Yacht Racing Forum will take place on November 20-21 in Amsterdam, alongside the Metstrade show. To register, check out: www.yachtracingforum.com

The Forum is an exceptional event that reassembles the sports leading personalities and events from all over the world, including Sir Russell Coutts, Rosalin Kuiper, David Graham, Holly Cova, Jeremy Pochman, Antoine Mermod, Richard Brisius, Joe Lynch F CIM, Knut Frostad, Richard Moore, Victoria Low, Bruno Dubois and many more.

We catch up with the event’s CEO Bernard Schopfer 

Bernard Schopfer, what is the purpose of the Yacht Racing Forum?

The Yacht Racing Forum is an annual international conference that brings together a wide range of professionals from across the yacht racing industry, including sailors, designers, sponsors, and event organizers, to network, exchange ideas, and explore business opportunities while discussing key topics such as innovation, technology, safety, performance, and sustainability, with the ultimate goal of promoting the sport globally and shaping the future of competitive sailing.

Who participates in the event?

The Yacht Racing Forum attracts a broad mix of participants from the international sailing community, including professional sailors, yacht designers, boat builders, event organizers, race officials, sponsors, brands, team managers, sailing federations, media representatives, and technology and service providers connected to the sport. It’s essentially the meeting place for everyone involved in the business and development of yacht racing.

Why is this event important for the Yacht Racing Industry?

The Yacht Racing Forum is important for the industry because it provides a unique platform where all the key stakeholders come together to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and address the main challenges and opportunities in the sport. It drives business development by connecting teams, sponsors, and organizers, fosters innovation by showcasing new technologies and design trends, and promotes the growth and visibility of yacht racing worldwide, helping ensure the sport remains competitive, sustainable, and attractive to both participants and audiences.

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