Fairport Global at FLIBS 2026: A Week of Connection, Competition and Celebration

Fairport Global’s presence at the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show was a memorable celebration of connection, collaboration and the yachting community.

Despite the heat and high tides, FLIBS brought together friends, colleagues, clients and industry partners from around the world. The week began with Fairport Global’s happy hour on the first day of the show, which was a complete success. We were delighted to see so many familiar faces and equally pleased to connect with new friends and colleagues from across the industry.

Guests enjoyed refreshing cocktails, including the Fairport Spritz, along with delicious canapés while catching up and welcoming the start of another exciting boat show. It was a wonderful evening and a true reflection of the community that makes FLIBS so special.

Before the show officially began, Fairport Global was proud to support the second annual FLIBS Captains’ & Crew Pickleball Invitational at The Fort in Fort Lauderdale. More than 90 players took part in two tournaments: a social competition for beginner and intermediate players, and a competitive tournament featuring 20 intermediate and advanced teams.

The event brought captains, crew, industry professionals and partners together away from the docks for an afternoon of friendly competition and camaraderie. The social tournament was won by Bosun Liam Sinclair of M/Y ARTHUR’S WAY and Elena Lopez of NetJets.

In the competitive tournament, Captain Whitney Reiter and Bosun Martin Dawson of M/Y NEXT CHAPTER claimed first place after a thrilling championship match against Captains Brandon Freeland and Nick Kincaid. The final was played in The Fort’s stadium, with spectators cheering from the grandstands.

Following the matches, players and guests enjoyed a relaxed happy hour with cocktails, light bites and plenty of well-earned bragging rights. Fairport Global was proud to support an event that brought the yachting community together through teamwork, sportsmanship and fun.

FLIBS 2026 was a fantastic week filled with meaningful conversations, new connections and memorable moments. We are grateful to everyone who joined us, supported our events and helped make the show such a success.

We look forward to seeing everyone again next year.