Women in the Marine Industry International
In partnership with British Marine, Soundings Trade Only, Marine Industry News and Metstrade, The Women in the Marine Industry International Breakfast offers a vibrant mix of industry insight, lived experiences and fresh perspectives, brought to life by a stellar panel of female leaders and changemakers from across the global lleisure marine industry.
It offers an informal and welcoming atmosphere where marine professionals can connect, share experiences, and build valuable relationships.
With breakfast and refreshments provided, guests are encouraged to arrive early and make the most of this unique opportunity to start their show day.
Women in the Marine Industry International returns to Metstrade 2026
Date: 18 November 2026
Time: 08:30 - 10:30 CET
Location: Metstrade Stage, Hall 13
Registration is now open
Free for all Metstrade attendees and exhibitors. Please note: this link registers you for both Metstrade 2026 and the Women in the Marine Industry Panel & Networking Breakfast event, with early access to Metstrade.
2026 theme: Future of the marine workplace: building the next generation of leaders
As the leisure marine industry continues to evolve through technological innovation, changing workforce expectations and global economic challenges, developing the next generation of leaders has never been more important.
- This year's panel discussion will explore how businesses can:
- Develop and inspire future leaders
- Attract, retain and nurture talent
- Build inclusive, high-performing workplaces
- Equip the next generation with the skills and opportunities to succeed
- Embrace diverse perspectives to strengthen business performance
Making a difference
This event proudly supports Room to Read, a global charity advancing children’s literacy and girls’ education. Join us in creating change—one step, one voice, one girl at a time.
Fiona Richardson
VP of Global Human Resources at Brunswick Corporation's Navico Group
Fiona is an international people and transformation leader who helps organisations navigate change by developing talent, empowering leaders and fostering inclusive, high-performing workplace cultures.
Paulee Day
President and Chief Executive Officer, West Marine
Paulee is a seasoned marine industry leader who combines extensive operational and leadership experience with a strong focus on business growth, governance and industry collaboration.
Victoria Low
CEO, The Magenta Project
Victoria is a marine industry and inclusion leader who champions gender equity by creating opportunities, developing future leaders and driving meaningful change across the sector.
Erna Rusi
CEO, Saxdor Yachts
Erna is an entrepreneurial business leader who combines expertise in sales, marketing and brand development with a proven track record of driving growth and business transformation.
Michele Goldsmith
Vice President & General Manager, Soundings Trade Only Group
A champion of inclusion and innovation, guiding the panel discussion with her editorial and strategic expertise.
