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8:00 AM
  1. S223
    540 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The PSI-PCI Visual Cylinder Inspection® course for Alumni provides a reduced rate to attend the full VCI course to regain current compliance. If you have exceeded the 3 year Federally mandated recurre ...
    Sponsored By:
    Professional Scuba Inspectors, Inc.
  2. S223
    540 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The PSI-PCI Visual Cylinder Inspection® certification course teaches the regulations and fundamentals of conducting visual inspections of solid wall and composite SCUBA and SCBA cylinders. The full da ...
    Sponsored By:
    Professional Scuba Inspectors, Inc.
1:00 PM
  1. S216
    240 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Learn how to properly plan and execute a successful and profitable dive travel program in your local dive shop. This comprehensive hands-on course is geared towards dive shop owners and managers. Topi ...
    Sponsored By:

    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures

8:00 AM
  1. S227
    600 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    MARES Lab Service Technician Training Course is a comprehensive 2-Day training program that trains and qualifies individuals to service and repair MARES products. Presentation topics include Workstati ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  2. S223
    120 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The PSI-PCI Update is designed to meet the recurrent training requirements for a current PSI-PCI trained inspector with information on recent changes to cylinders and inspection standards as well as k ...
    Sponsored By:
    Professional Scuba Inspectors, Inc.
  3. S212
    540 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Sponsored By:
    Sherwood Scuba
  4. S211
    480 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    In person training & evaluation for new service technicians and re-certification Course Highlights: Hands on disassembly, tuning and reassembly of: Neptune III Mask, Neptune Space Mask Series, SL35 TX ...
    Sponsored By:
    Ocean Reef, Inc.
  5. S214
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Christian members of the recreational scuba diving industry are invited to join like-minded believers at an invitation-only Prayer Breakfast. There is no cost.  Space is limited and those interested s ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
8:30 AM
  1. S231
    75 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    No matter how great your content is, you will struggle to find your audience if you don't stand out. Today's crazy AI technology can help you add humor and interest to your posts, if you know what too ...
  2. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive into the latest training standards and updates shaping your instructional practices. This dynamic seminar offers a comprehensive review of recent changes to training standards. Get insights into ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
9:00 AM
  1. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    As an industry leader in technology and innovation in diver training, SSI continues to improve its programs and introduce products and services to enhance diver education. In 2024, SSI equipped its Ce ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  2. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Francois Burman, PE, MSc
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  3. S232
    30 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    Join us for a quick half-hour session that will provide you with the information you need to make the most of your time at the Show, including answers to the most frequently asked questions, tips and ...
  4. S221
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Kickstart your day before the DEMA Show opens with the Coffee Power Hour on Tuesday, November 19th, from 9 AM to 10 AM in the Deep Blue Seminar Room, S221! Enjoy a freshly brewed cup of coffee, courte ...
9:15 AM
  1. S216
    90 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    From Word of Mouth to Social Media - learn the how and who of effective dive travel marketing in your dive shop. This stand-alone hands-on course is an extension of our main dive travel business cours ...
    Sponsored By:

    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures

10:00 AM
  1. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    So you started using ChatGPT for your blog posts, emails and newsletters. But you're getting bland word salads that sound like everyone else's word salads. It's time to up your AI-writing game. Join B ...
  2. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Did you walk into a trade show and purchase products "by the seat of your pants" or by following an established plan? Do you have a strategy in place when products arrive at your store? Did you connec ...
  3. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Learn all the ins and outs of the SSI App during this hands-on seminar. The more familiar you and your staff become with the features and functions of the SSI App, the more it will allow you to increa ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  4. Shark Stop Wetsuit
    POD 01
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Experience unparalleled protection with Shark Stop Wetsuits. Using advanced polymer fibres, our innovative shark bite-resistant technology ensures you stay safe in the ocean. Made from eco-friendly ne ...
    Sponsored By:
    Shark Stop Australia Pty Ltd.
  5. S226
    240 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Course will cover servicing procedures for the (NEW) TUSA RS609 regulator, and the TUSA BCU-186/BCU-310 power inflator assembly. Additional topics include BCJ care & maintenance, warranty processes, r ...
    Sponsored By:
    TABATA USA, Inc.
  6. S207
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Diveheart, a global leader in adaptive scuba diving, will present "Building a Better Adaptive Dive Briefing" at the 2024 DEMA Show, aligning with this year’s theme: A World of Opportunity, Depths of P ...
    Sponsored By:
    Diveheart Foundation
  7. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive into the latest training standards and updates shaping your instructional practices. This dynamic seminar offers a comprehensive review of recent changes to training standards. Get insights into ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  8. LEFEET P1
    POD 09
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    The LEFEET P1 is an innovative, ultra-compact, and powerful water scooter designed to revolutionize both above and underwater exploration. Modular Design | Versatility | Wireless Remote | 5lb | 2.3m/s ...
    Sponsored By:
    Lefeet HK Co., Limited
  9. POD 07
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New Gunslinger Series
    Sponsored By:
    MAC SRL
  10. TEKTITE Divers Strobes, Improved!
    POD 03
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New improved! All TEKTITE c size strobes now include an IR led for enhanced visibility to night vision equipment used on rescue aircraft. This upgrade will make tektite strobes more useful as a surfac ...
    Sponsored By:
    TEKTITE Industries
  11. TEKTITE Strobe 4500
    POD 09
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New improved! TEKTITE strobe 4500, now 23 watts! With our years of experience providing IR strobes to the US and allied militaries, we have upgraded our Strobe 4500 to include a high-power IR led. Thi ...
    Sponsored By:
    TEKTITE Industries
  12. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Matias Nochetto, MD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  13. Fog-X For Dive Masks
    POD 03
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Anti-fog insert that goes inside the snorkel mask and lasts forever - two of each of the 7 designs are included- easy to insert- tough anti-scratch surface to protect your mask.
    Sponsored By:
    Fog-X
  14. Pressure Indicator
    POD 02
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    The signaling device provides a clear indication of your tank pressure with visual light alerts. The indicator will be screwed directly on your 1st stage's HP port for easy monitoring of your air leve ...
    Sponsored By:
    Well Marine Diver Enterprise Co., Ltd
  15. Integrated Bailout Valve (IBOV) + Manual Added Valves (MAVs) + Automatic Diluent Valve (ADV)
    POD 02
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Intrgrated bailout valve (IBOV) can be switched between closed- and open-circuit mouthpiece functions seamlessly, suitable for left- and right-handed flexible hose connections. Advanced features Manua ...
    Sponsored By:
    10 Bar Underwater Housings
  16. POD 06
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Real Underwater Touchscreen Smartphone Housing
10:30 AM
  1. S223
    120 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The PSI-PCI Oxygen Cylinder Cleaning Technician course offers information and inspection training specific to cleaning oxygen service cylinders. The course has been created by true experts and enginee ...
    Sponsored By:
    Professional Scuba Inspectors, Inc.
11:00 AM
  1. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Online reviews are virtual gold, but misusing reviews can harm your business. When customers are choosing a school, online reviews are a major factor. This class will show you how to use the reviews y ...
  2. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    What is experiential education? Coined in the 1980s, experiential education, also referred to as experiential learning, is the process of learning by doing. Engaging students in hands-on experiences a ...
  3. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Learn how to effectively integrate Dive Computer demonstrations into your Open Water Diver program to increase student knowledge and opportunities for sales. We’ll also go through the SSI App’s featur ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  4. S206
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Stretching for 1429 miles over an area of approximately 133,000 square miles, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world. Along its vast length, expect a wide array of diving ...
    Sponsored By:
    Diveplanit Travel Pty Ltd.
  5. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Experience the ultimate adventure in Costa Rica with Deep Blue Adventures and Bill Beard's Costa Rica. Our dive and adventure packages  take you from the vibrant ocean depths, teeming with marine life ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  6. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    From the moment he locked eyes with a shark, COARE’s founder, Christopher Chin has advocated for shark protection and ocean conservation. COARE has a proven track record as the international leader in ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  7. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Delve into the power of PADI’s newest assets to enhance continued education conversions. Learn strategic methods to leverage the Master Scuba Diver® Challenge and see how PADI Club can lead to increas ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  8. Dirty Tricks for Underwater Photographers in Post
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    It's easy to find editing advice for topside photos, but harder to dig up useful techniques for underwater images. These tips and tricks are developed specifically for underwater shooters - some clean ...
    Sponsored By:
    Backscatter Underwater Video and Photo, Booth 7109
  9. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Frauke Tillmans, PhD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
12:00 PM
  1. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Community is incredibly important to today's consumers. Retailers get points for being good corporate citizens; points for protecting the environment; and points for recycling, upcycling, sustainabili ...
  2. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Pre-2020, we would hear words to describe physical stores, like awesome, beautiful and great, and you dreamed your customers would find you downright astonishing. Dreaming is done. We'll focus on eigh ...
  3. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Drive business back into your Training Center by adding events, courses, socials, and clean ups. Manage student registrations and certifications with improved filters and share events via the integrat ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  4. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join Dive Curacao and Deep Blue Adventures at DEMA 2024 for "Discover Curaçao: The Hidden Gem of the Caribbean." Learn why Curaçao is renowned as one of the best overall dive vacation destinations. Un ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  5. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Discover PADI’s cutting-edge digital tools, including new digital forms and resources, enhancements to the DSD® and ReActivate® programs, and PADI’s latest DiveShop360 integration. Learn how to make t ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  6. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join Dave Winford, esteemed business coach, in his three part seminar series packed with information and ideas to grow your business. • Establishing Marketing Domination: Learn about powerful insights ...
    Sponsored By:

    NAUI Worldwide

  7. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    As the rebreather manufacturers continue to keep a tight rein on initial rebreather training, including instructor development training for specific rebreathers, what about advanced and technical trai ...
    Sponsored By:
    Unified Team Diving, Booth 7099
  8. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Neal Pollock, PhD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  9. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Explore the wonders of PNG with Walindi Plantation Resort, and the liveaboards MV Febrina and Oceania. No bucket list is complete until you have dived and experienced this spectacular and remote area ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
1:00 PM
  1. S231
    75 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    Struggling to differentiate your business amid a sea of competitors, with customer retention rates that ebb and flow unpredictably? This workshop is a beacon for those looking to navigate the turbulen ...
  2. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    MyDiveGuide is the world’s largest dive site database and offers you the opportunity to promote your diving operation and destination worldwide. During this interactive seminar, you will learn how to ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  3. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Discover how cutting-edge digital technology is transforming sustainability in the dive industry. In this session, you’ll explore innovative digital tools used by PADI Eco Centers to monitor marine he ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  4. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join Buddy Dive’s Dive Operations Manager, Martin Cicilia as he dives into all of this divine destination’s details! Bonaire’s reef systems are teeming with life and can be accessed via boat or shore ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  5. A Maldivian Atoll - From a Marine Biologist's Point of View
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Florian Gansl will give an biological overview about the functioning of an Maldivian Atoll. Starting from its vulcanic orgin and perfect base for coral growth, over the internal plancton production, f ...
    Sponsored By:

    Sub Oceanic Maldives, Booth 9073

  6. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures always tries to find ways to make it easier for our partners to manage their dive travel program. Drop in to find out how our new partner portal makes your job even easier.
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  7. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: JoAnn Perry, MSE
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  8. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    This seminar explores the online world of scuba divers, analyzing their search trends and seasonal patterns to uncover insights into their interests and behaviors. Explore how these data-driven insigh ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  9. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    PADI, Booth 8017
1:30 PM
  1. S223
    120 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The newly updated  PSI-PCI Valve Repair Technician course provides a broad overview of valve types, valve repair and valve repair and maintenance.  This very hands on course is approved by major valve ...
    Sponsored By:
    Professional Scuba Inspectors, Inc.
2:00 PM
  1. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    In this Seminar, we’ll review the streamlined Pro Pathway and the importance of the Assistant Instructor Trainer certification. Get the latest information you need to drive Pro Level training in your ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  2. S226
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Must Attend Retailer-Open to TUSA brands Retailers ONLY * New 2025 product, programs, specials, and available training. *B2B Website Overview w/Q&A *Get a 2nd chance opportunity for the TUSA Speed Cha ...
    Sponsored By:
    TABATA USA, Inc.
  3. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The dive community is shrinking. While there is much effort and discussion on reviving our industry (and we are very much dedicated to doing that) speaking candidly, regrowing our industry is not an o ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  4. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Keeping America’s Promise: Derek Abbey, PhD, President & CEO, Project Recover This presentation will expose the audience to the work and impact of Project Recover, a non-profit organization and Depart ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  5. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive deeper into risk management strategies with a focus on prevention and response. Evaluate your readiness to make critical decisions through real dive incident analysis, prioritizing diver safety a ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  6. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    What defines the perfect wreck? Is it the way it makes you feel? Is it the history? The points of interest, artifacts or the challenges within it? Join Aron Arngrimsson from Dirty Dozen Expeditions as ...
    Sponsored By:
    Dirty Dozen Expeditions, Booth 8089
  7. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speakers: Shelli Wright and Angela Williams
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  8. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Experience matters! Since 1979 All Star has been exploring the islands of the Bahamas starting with their budget friendly Blackbeard’s liveaboards. Learn what makes the Bahamas and Exuma Cays a top de ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
3:00 PM
  1. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Running a dive shop is no small task, and the margins on your time are as tight as your profit margins. Building a large community of happy, thriving divers who drive recurring revenue is critical to ...
  2. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Customer service is an election that’s held every day, and customers vote with their dollars. So, here’s the question: What is it about a store that causes customers to drive by a competitor? What abo ...
  3. S219
    120 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join Mike Schechter, SSI Director of Training, for a hands-on session on setting up technology for your Digital Teaching Environment. As a follow-up from his presentation at DEMA 2023, Mike will go in ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  4. S226
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    TUSA MARKETING*: Dealer portal/Resource Library (where to get the materials, how to use/pair with hq promos for maximum effectiveness, resources you may not know about), Promotions calendar, social me ...
    Sponsored By:
    TABATA USA, Inc.
  5. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us for an immersive seminar on the underwater marvels of Malaysia, a world-class diving destination known for its vibrant marine biodiversity and pristine dive spots. Dive enthusiasts and industr ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  6. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join seminar speaker Alex Fogg, Natural Resources Chief, Destin-Fort Walton Beach, Florida to learn about the Big U project creating the largest artificial reef in the world. Divers travel from around ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  7. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Unlock the pinnacle of PADI Professional achievement with insights into the Course Director Training Course. Explore the prerequisites, application procedures, and acceptance protocols. Discover strat ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  8. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    At this seminar, you will not just learn "theory" but tried and proven methods of planning, marketing and managing an effective and profitable dive shop travel program. Whether you are already running ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  9. Macro Snooting and Remote Lighting
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Learn how to use a snoot to isolate subjects and take photos to another level of wow by eliminating distracting backgrounds. Take it to the next level by using multiple flashes to remotely backlight a ...
    Sponsored By:
    Backscatter Underwater Video and Photo, Booth 7109
  10. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    Historical Diving Society, Booth 8212
  11. S207
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us to learn about the ways in which Garmin is innovating to improve your diving experience.
    Sponsored By:
    Garmin
4:00 PM
  1. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us for an in-depth seminar on the NAUI Mobile App, designed with the NAUI diver in mind, to enhance your underwater adventures and teaching activities. This session will provide a comprehensive e ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  2. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    In this mini-session, we will discuss the decisions around sunsetting EVE, with a discussion on why Dive Shop 360 is the natural path forward based upon current and future technology and security outl ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  3. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    With a location in Puerto Galera as well as Dumaguete, plus the liveaboard Atlantis Azores, you can discover much of the Philippines. Come and hear why divers enjoy returning year after year to these ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  4. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    This presentation highlights the top stories from 2024, covering the latest trends in dive retailing, travel sales, and training. Presented by world-renowned writers from Scuba Diving Industry Magazin ...
    Sponsored By:
    Scuba Diving Industry Magazine by Cline Group, Booth 8075
  5. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    Aggressor Adventures, Booth 5045
5:00 PM
  1. S216
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    How to make your dive trips unique - Building Loyalty: Fostering a sense of belonging through dive travel. This stand-alone hands-on course is an extension of our main dive travel business course, but ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
8:00 AM
  1. S227
    600 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    MARES Lab Service Technician Training Course is a comprehensive 2-Day training program that trains and qualifies individuals to service and repair MARES products. Presentation topics include Workstati ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  2. S212
    540 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Sponsored By:
    Sherwood Scuba
8:30 AM
  1. S233
    75 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    Join Tom Ingram, DEMA’s President and CEO; DEMA Members; DEMA’s Board of Directors; and DEMA Committee Members, and learn how YOU can be involved in the diving industry’s trade association! Connect wi ...
  2. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive deeper into risk management strategies with a focus on prevention and response. Evaluate your readiness to make critical decisions through real dive incident analysis, prioritizing diver safety a ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
9:00 AM
  1. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    How to make your dive trips unique - Building Loyalty: Fostering a sense of belonging through dive travel. This stand-alone hands-on course is an extension of our main dive travel business course, but ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  2. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Frauke Tillmans, PhD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  3. S232
    30 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    Join us for a quick half-hour session that will provide you with the information you need to make the most of your time at the Show, including answers to the most frequently asked questions, tips and ...
10:00 AM
  1. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Almost every customer has visited a store with the intent to purchase just one item but left with an armload of products instead. That’s the power of a focused layout and curated visual merchandising. ...
  2. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Does the word “data” inspire you or inject fear into your dive business planning process? Join this session and learn about all the wonderful ways your dive business can use data that is generated fro ...
  3. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Drive business back into your Training Center by adding events, courses, socials, and clean ups. Manage student registrations and certifications with improved filters and share events via the integrat ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  4. Shark Stop Wetsuit
    POD 01
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Experience unparalleled protection with Shark Stop Wetsuits. Using advanced polymer fibres, our innovative shark bite-resistant technology ensures you stay safe in the ocean. Made from eco-friendly ne ...
    Sponsored By:
    Shark Stop Australia Pty Ltd.
  5. S226
    240 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Course will cover servicing procedures for the (NEW) TUSA RS609 regulator, and the TUSA BCU-186/BCU-310 power inflator assembly. Additional topics include BCJ care & maintenance, warranty processes, r ...
    Sponsored By:
    TABATA USA, Inc.
  6. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us as Byron Conroy discusses what makes Iceland unique as a dive destination and discuss the dive sites, the types of underwater encounters you will get and the unique marine life. With 10 years ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  7. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us for an insightful journey into NAUI’s recreational and professional Apnea Programs designed for breath-hold enthusiasts around the world. This seminar delves into the comprehensive range of br ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  8. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive deeper into risk management strategies with a focus on prevention and response. Evaluate your readiness to make critical decisions through real dive incident analysis, prioritizing diver safety a ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  9. LEFEET P1
    POD 09
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    The LEFEET P1 is an innovative, ultra-compact, and powerful water scooter designed to revolutionize both above and underwater exploration. Modular Design | Versatility | Wireless Remote | 5lb | 2.3m/s ...
    Sponsored By:
    Lefeet HK Co., Limited
  10. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    VoliVoli Beach Resort on the main island of Viti Levu will take you on a journey into the heart of Fiji. Come and find out why diving in that part of the world is so beautiful
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  11. POD 07
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New Gunslinger Series
    Sponsored By:
    MAC SRL
  12. TEKTITE Strobe 4500
    POD 09
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New improved! TEKTITE strobe 4500, now 23 watts! With our years of experience providing IR strobes to the US and allied militaries, we have upgraded our Strobe 4500 to include a high-power IR led. Thi ...
    Sponsored By:
    TEKTITE Industries
  13. TEKTITE Divers Strobes, Improved!
    POD 03
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New improved! All TEKTITE c size strobes now include an IR led for enhanced visibility to night vision equipment used on rescue aircraft. This upgrade will make tektite strobes more useful as a surfac ...
    Sponsored By:
    TEKTITE Industries
  14. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Francois Burman, PE, MSc
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  15. S206
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dr. Csilla Ari D`Agostino is a neuroscientist, marine biologist and Research Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida. She described that manta rays have the largest brain of all fish an ...
    Sponsored By:
    Manta Pacific Research Foundation
  16. Fog-X For Dive Masks
    POD 03
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Anti-fog insert that goes inside the snorkel mask and lasts forever - two of each of the 7 designs are included- easy to insert- tough anti-scratch surface to protect your mask.
    Sponsored By:
    Fog-X
  17. S205
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries is excited to reintroduce the NOAA Ocean Guardian Dive Club, an educational program designed to strengthen youth involvement in diving and ocean conservati ...
    Sponsored By:
    National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
  18. Pressure Indicator
    POD 02
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    The signaling device provides a clear indication of your tank pressure with visual light alerts. The indicator will be screwed directly on your 1st stage's HP port for easy monitoring of your air leve ...
    Sponsored By:
    Well Marine Diver Enterprise Co., Ltd
  19. Integrated Bailout Valve (IBOV) + Manual Added Valves (MAVs) + Automatic Diluent Valve (ADV)
    POD 02
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Intrgrated bailout valve (IBOV) can be switched between closed- and open-circuit mouthpiece functions seamlessly, suitable for left- and right-handed flexible hose connections. Advanced features Manua ...
    Sponsored By:
    10 Bar Underwater Housings
  20. POD 06
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Real Underwater Touchscreen Smartphone Housing
11:00 AM
  1. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Humans are social creatures. We crave real connections — not just social media “likes” and “follows.” In this session, we’ll ditch the Internet and outline plans to connect you and your business with ...
  2. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Learn how to repurpose your existing videos and get them ranked on the first page of YouTube. How do you use shorts. When to use the most powerful form of marketing, remarketing. These power hacks eve ...
  3. S207
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Allow Atlantis Photography Ambassador Marty Snyderman to show you what diving is like from the Azores and at the Atlantis resorts in Dumaguete and Puerto Galera where we want you to come as our guest ...
    Sponsored By:
    Atlantis Dive Resorts & Liveaboards
  4. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Learn all the ins and outs of the SSI App during this hands-on seminar. The more familiar you and your staff become with the features and functions of the SSI App, the more it will allow you to increa ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  5. S206
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Australia boasts many truly unique marine encounters. Only downunder can you: swim with dwarf minke whales on the Great Barrier Reef, watch manta trains on Lady Elliot Island, ragged-tooth sharks at W ...
    Sponsored By:
    Diveplanit Travel Pty Ltd.
  6. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Vital information for retail dive centers regarding terms and conditions, payments, requirements regarding travel insurance and more to minimizing your exposure against chargebacks and worse when it c ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  7. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Keeping America’s Promise: Derek Abbey, PhD, President & CEO, Project Recover This presentation will expose the audience to the work and impact of Project Recover, a non-profit organization and Depart ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  8. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive into the future of scuba operations with PADI Swim School. Uncover cross-marketing potential and position your business as your community’s drowning-prevention expert. Explore the innovative "Swi ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  9. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    One of the longest standing dive resorts on Roatan, come and join this informative seminar to find out why so many guests are drawn back year after year. Questions: Petra Hermes diving@flyandsea.com 1 ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  10. Next Level Lighting Tech
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Explore Keldan’s newest Ambient LED Lighting System with Nauticam Ambassador Hergen Spalink and how it can help you achieve the most natural-looking underwater imaging possible. Presenter: Hergan Spal ...
    Sponsored By:
    Keldan GmbH, Booth 8120
  11. S204
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Come see why you should choose SNSI as your training agency
    Sponsored By:
    SNSI
  12. S203
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Learn about the wonders of diving in the Arctic and Antarctica.
    Sponsored By:
    Oceanwide Expeditions
  13. S210
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    What is Avelo? Avelo is a new, better, and safer way to dive. It is not your traditional, old-school diving. Avelo offers tremendous advantages for active and fit, watersports-loving people. This semi ...
    Sponsored By:
    Avelo Labs
  14. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    Historical Diving Society, Booth 8212
  15. S202
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    A lot has changed since our first guests boarded the Cayman Aggressor in 1984. Our staff has worked tirelessly around the world to offer unequaled five-star service and accomodations. The 'World of Ag ...
    Sponsored By:
    Aggressor Adventures
  16. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Neal Pollock, PhD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
12:00 PM
  1. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Understanding and managing expenses that impact your dive business’ bottom line is crucial for sustained profitability. In this session, we will dive into the often-overlooked expenses that can eat aw ...
  2. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Dive into the future where the digital world meets the deep blue! "Phygital" might sound like the latest buzzword, but it's the game-changer your dive business needs. Imagine combining the thrill of d ...
  3. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    As an industry leader in technology and innovation in diver training, SSI continues to improve its programs and introduce products and services to enhance diver education. In 2024, SSI equipped its Ce ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  4. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Come discover one of the most fully intact and thriving reef systems in the Caribbean! With daily non-stop flights into Cuba – traveling to this beautiful island frozen in time has never been easier. ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  5. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join our expert panel discussion on leveraging the PADI Digital ecosystem to drive business growth for your store. The panelists will cover everything from Dive Shop Locator (DSL) strategies to PADI A ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  6. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Magic Island Resort in Moalboal, and Magic Oceans on Bohol, are welcoming you to explore why diving in the Philippines needs to be on every diver's bucket list. Questions: Petra Hermes diving@flyandse ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  7. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Join us on a journey through time as we explore how Shearwater Research has been shaking up the industry for two decades. We’ll uncover the story of how we pushed the boundaries to create dive compute ...
    Sponsored By:
    Shearwater Research, 7103
  8. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Matias Nochetto, MD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  9. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    This seminar explores the online world of scuba divers, analyzing their search trends and seasonal patterns to uncover insights into their interests and behaviors. Explore how these data-driven insigh ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
1:00 PM
  1. S231
    75 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    A staggering 74 million young people born in 1995 and later are known as Generation Z. Gen Z is an incredibly unique and diverse group with unmistakable characteristics that make them quite desirable ...
  2. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    In this Seminar, we’ll review the streamlined Pro Pathway and the importance of the Assistant Instructor Trainer certification. Get the latest information you need to drive Pro Level training in your ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  3. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Continuing the discussion from her DEMA sponsored seminar earlier today, WDHOF inductee, Magazine Editor, Author, and Consultant Cathryn Castle delves deeper into how to create personal connections th ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  4. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join marine conservation advocate Alysha Acosta for an enlightening seminar on the critical role of individual behavior in safeguarding our oceans. In this session, Alysha will challenge the common mi ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  5. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Delve into the power of PADI’s newest assets to enhance continued education conversions. Learn strategic methods to leverage the Master Scuba Diver® Challenge and see how PADI Club can lead to increas ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  6. The WAM Effect
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Wide Angle and Macro married together like never before. In this talk we will talk about equipment, lighting, and techniques for shooting close focus wide angle images. Both photo and video techniques ...
    Sponsored By:
    Ultralight Camera Solutions, Booth 7120
  7. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: JoAnn Perry, MSE
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  8. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    Diveheart, Booth 5089
2:00 PM
  1. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    In this Seminar, we’ll discuss the progression from Assistant Instructor Trainer to Instructor Trainer. Included will be information on preparation advice, logistics, and areas of focus to maximize yo ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  2. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    CHANCE FOR A FREE TRIP FOR THOSE IN ATTENDANCE! Allow Atlantis Photography Ambassador Marty Snyderman to show you what diving is like from the Azores and at the Atlantis resorts in Dumaguete and Puert ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  3. S205
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Combine your African Safari with Scuba Diving. In this seminar we explain the differences between Safari Destinations Kenya Tanzania Uganda Botswana Namibia Zambia and Zimbabwe. We explain exactly how ...
    Sponsored By:
    African and Oriental Travel Co.
  4. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join Dave Winford, esteemed business coach, in his three part seminar series packed with information and ideas to grow your business. •    Establishing Marketing Domination: Learn about powerful insig ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  5. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive into the latest training standards and updates shaping your instructional practices. This dynamic seminar offers a comprehensive review of recent changes to training standards. Get insights into ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  6. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    At this seminar, you will not just learn "theory" but tried and proven methods of planning, marketing and managing an effective and profitable dive shop travel program. Whether you are already running ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  7. Boost Your Dives With the Avelo Mode
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    We can put a number to your buoyancy. Advancements in dive technology created an algorithm that calculates a diver’s buoyancy when using the Avelo System. Dive computers capture data enabled by the Av ...
    Sponsored By:

    Avelo Labs, Booth 9122

  8. S204
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Iceland is known to divers throughout the world for being the only place on the planet where you can touch 2 continents at the same time- SILFRA! But it is much more than that to offer. With stunning ...
    Sponsored By:
    Blue Green Expeditions
  9. S210
    90 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us to discuss key updates affecting our organizations: Standards Updates, Technology Advancements, Strategic Initiatives - and how those benefit your business!
    Sponsored By:
    International Training
  10. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speakers: Nathalie Judkins, Laura Johnson, and Mel Cefai
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  11. S207
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    'Sustainability that Sells' offers practical steps to leverage the power of environmental action for your business. Gain insights from the successful partnership between Green Fins and Explorer Ventur ...
    Sponsored By:
    Explorer Ventures Liveaboard Fleet
  12. S202
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Exciting information on diving
    Sponsored By:
    The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
  13. S206
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    There is a big difference between the worst situation and the worst outcome! Problems don't cause accidents. Stress doesn't cause accidents. Our response does! From my early days to my World Record, t ...
    Sponsored By:
    Bonassi USA, Inc.
  14. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    PADI, Booth 8017
3:00 PM
  1. S203
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us as we dive into what makes Belize the ultimate adventure destination. Home to the second largest living barrier reef, local dive sites are an eight to ten-minute boat ride away. Explore Belize ...
    Sponsored By:

    Sandy Point Resorts

  2. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    This workshop peels back the layers of TikTok, unveiling how dive businesses can harness its potential to not only float but also dive deeper into success. Plunge into the world of TikTok with us, exp ...
  3. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    This is a follow-up to the “Connect. Profit. Repeat.” session. Part two is intended for business owners and managers and, building on the previous session, focuses on how to reach out to local busines ...
  4. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    MyDiveGuide is the world’s largest dive site database and offers you the opportunity to promote your diving operation and destination worldwide. During this interactive seminar, you will learn how to ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  5. S206
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The Spare Air Repair Seminar includes hands-on rebuilding of the regulator and complete overhaul procedures.  Certificate and Service Manual provided at end of course.  Open seating - NO reservation n ...
    Sponsored By:
    Brownie's Marine Group
  6. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The Fijian islands offer a diverse array of experiences above and below the water. With so many options it can be overwhelming! We share with you some of our absolute favorite regions in the soft cora ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  7. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The Divers Alert Network (DAN) Liability Insurance seminar aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the essential insurance solutions that safeguard diving professionals against potential liabiliti ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  8. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Supercharge your instructor development business by exploring current trends shaping how people want to learn today, and discover how you can enhance and refine your teaching techniques to grow your p ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  9. Beautifying Tech and Providing Diver & Gear ID for Safety Since 2005 for Some of the World's Best Explorers and Most Avid Rebreather Enthusiasts
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    How to stylize rebreathers to elevate unique dive style and safety with Hose Covers by ScubaDoRag.  A floor full of scattered rebreather parts after Richie Kohler and Gary Mace had completed 2 weeks o ...
    Sponsored By:
    ScubaDoRag, Booth 4128
  10. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Find out why Bali is such a great destination in itself and often the jumping-off point for many other areas.
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  11. S207
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Sponsored By:
    Lembeh Resorts
  12. S202
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Thailand is often called the 'land of smiles.' Adventure travelers have a lot to smile about as we welcome back the Thailand Aggressor with scuba expeditions exploring the magnificent reefs of the cou ...
    Sponsored By:
    Aggressor Adventures
3:30 PM
  1. S210
    90 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Over the last few years, more and more scuba diving professionals have been taking a closer look at the different options available through International Training. From recreational sport diving to cu ...
    Sponsored By:
    International Training
4:00 PM
  1. S202
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Scenic 600-acre tropical resort hideaway with 2 beaches and PADI dive center in the heart of marine reserves. Dive groups receive tailor-made diving schedules with exclusive dive boat use.  
    Sponsored By:
    Anse Chastanet Resort & Scuba St. Lucia
  2. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The Baby Boom generation has long been the diving industry's core consumer. However, as this generation ages, we must turn our attention to a new customer base. Gen Z and Millennials account for 43% a ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  3. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us for an insightful seminar on the NAUI Diversity Scholarship and our efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the diving community. Led by Catalina Rodriguez and esteemed NAUI div ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  4. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Discover how to turn every dive into a meaningful survey with the Dive Against Debris program. Learn how to effectively conduct safe Dive Against Debris dives and courses. This session will teach you ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  5. Use Buoyancy Control to Unlock Your Footage
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Mastering buoyancy is the first step to becoming an underwater image maker. Just as cameras are tools so too is dive equipment. Dive into how the new Avelo System is redefining underwater image-making ...
    Sponsored By:
    Avelo Labs, Booth 9122
  6. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Liveaboard diving at its best - both the Solomon Islands and the Red Sea are best explored by liveaboard. Come and discover why Master Liveaboards knows how to show you the best diving in these 2 intr ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
5:00 PM
  1. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Continuing the discussion from her DEMA sponsored seminar earlier today, WDHOF inductee, Magazine Editor, Author, and Consultant Cathryn Castle delves deeper into how reaching out to local business ow ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  2. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures always tries to find ways to make it easier for our partners to manage their dive travel program. Drop in to find out how our new partner portal makes your job even easier.
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  3. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Dive behind the scenes of ‘Secrets of the Octopus’ for National Geographic, with cinematographers Cristian Dimitrius and Maxwel Hohn. In this session the presenters will discuss filming techniques, eq ...
    Sponsored By:
    Nauticam, Booth 8114
8:00 AM
  1. S227
    600 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    MARES Lab Service Technician Training Course is a comprehensive 2-Day training program that trains and qualifies individuals to service and repair MARES products. Presentation topics include Workstati ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  2. S212
    540 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Sponsored By:
    Sherwood Scuba
8:30 AM
  1. S231
    75 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    In a year marked by record-breaking temperatures and a global coral bleaching crisis, the resilience of our coral reefs is under siege. With coral reefs in over 70 countries fueling a tourism economy ...
  2. S221
    90 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    To grow your bottom line as a retail dive center, you need to expand and diversify what you offer to keep up with the latest trends & appeal to a new or younger audience. Travel is a powerful tool and ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  3. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Learn how to increase diver-level conversions starting with Discover Scuba® Diver experiences or PADI Open Water Diver. This seminar will provide insights on the Master Scuba Diver Challenge, Become a ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
9:00 AM
  1. S219
    120 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join Mike Schechter, SSI Director of Training, for a hands-on session on setting up technology for your Digital Teaching Environment. As a follow-up from his presentation at DEMA 2023, Mike will go in ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  2. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Neal Pollock, PhD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  3. S232
    45 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    This session will include an update on Florida issues impacting scuba diving, including recent legislation which led to the opening of the Office of Ocean Economy at Florida Atlantic University (FAU), ...
10:00 AM
  1. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    About 24% of the population — that's 74 million young people — were born in 1995 or later. This group has been labeled Generation Z, and they are extremely unique from other groups like Millennials (G ...
  2. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Reports from the US Census Bureau show as companies have downsized, and individuals decide they want to own their own business, there are more and more new small businesses being started. Yet, about 9 ...
  3. Shark Stop Wetsuit
    POD 01
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Experience unparalleled protection with Shark Stop Wetsuits. Using advanced polymer fibres, our innovative shark bite-resistant technology ensures you stay safe in the ocean. Made from eco-friendly ne ...
    Sponsored By:
    Shark Stop Australia Pty Ltd.
  4. S226
    240 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Course will cover servicing procedures for the (NEW) TUSA RS609 regulator, and the TUSA BCU-186/BCU-310 power inflator assembly. Additional topics include BCJ care & maintenance, warranty processes, r ...
    Sponsored By:
    TABATA USA, Inc.
  5. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Diving is more than just an opportunity to blow bubbles; it is a unique way to experience the other two-thirds of our planet. It can and should involve a meaningful connection with the environment. Ye ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  6. S205
    120 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us for the annual Shearwater dealer meeting at DEMA 2024. Learn about our newest products, what's on the horizon for 2025 and meet the team.  Space is limited. Please register to reserve your spo ...
    Sponsored By:
    Shearwater Research Inc.
  7. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    NAUI Course Directors and Course Director Trainers join us for an engaging information session and informal discussion of NAUI leadership training. Come and find out what’s new and where we are going ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  8. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive into the latest training standards and updates shaping your instructional practices. This dynamic seminar offers a comprehensive review of recent changes to training standards. Get insights into ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  9. LEFEET P1
    POD 09
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    The LEFEET P1 is an innovative, ultra-compact, and powerful water scooter designed to revolutionize both above and underwater exploration. Modular Design | Versatility | Wireless Remote | 5lb | 2.3m/s ...
    Sponsored By:
    Lefeet HK Co., Limited
  10. POD 07
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New Gunslinger Series
    Sponsored By:
    MAC SRL
  11. TEKTITE Divers Strobes, Improved!
    POD 03
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New improved! All TEKTITE c size strobes now include an IR led for enhanced visibility to night vision equipment used on rescue aircraft. This upgrade will make tektite strobes more useful as a surfac ...
    Sponsored By:
    TEKTITE Industries
  12. TEKTITE Strobe 4500
    POD 09
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New improved! TEKTITE strobe 4500, now 23 watts! With our years of experience providing IR strobes to the US and allied militaries, we have upgraded our Strobe 4500 to include a high-power IR led. Thi ...
    Sponsored By:
    TEKTITE Industries
  13. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Belize boasts the 2nd largest barrier reef in the world. Come and find out why Blackbird Caye Resort on Turneffe Atoll offers you fabulous diving right there!
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  14. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Emmanuel Dugrenot, PhD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  15. Fog-X For Dive Masks
    POD 03
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Anti-fog insert that goes inside the snorkel mask and lasts forever - two of each of the 7 designs are included- easy to insert- tough anti-scratch surface to protect your mask.
    Sponsored By:
    Fog-X
  16. S207
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us to learn about the ways in which Garmin is innovating to improve your diving experience.
    Sponsored By:
    Garmin
  17. Pressure Indicator
    POD 02
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    The signaling device provides a clear indication of your tank pressure with visual light alerts. The indicator will be screwed directly on your 1st stage's HP port for easy monitoring of your air leve ...
    Sponsored By:
    Well Marine Diver Enterprise Co., Ltd
  18. Integrated Bailout Valve (IBOV) + Manual Added Valves (MAVs) + Automatic Diluent Valve (ADV)
    POD 02
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Intrgrated bailout valve (IBOV) can be switched between closed- and open-circuit mouthpiece functions seamlessly, suitable for left- and right-handed flexible hose connections. Advanced features Manua ...
    Sponsored By:
    10 Bar Underwater Housings
  19. POD 06
    480 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Real Underwater Touchscreen Smartphone Housing
11:00 AM
  1. S202
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Thinking about a trip to Costa Rica? Need professional help? That is what we do and our concierge service is free. We are the experts on Costa Rica and have been since 1970. We own four companies in C ...
    Sponsored By:
    Bill Beard's Diving Safaris Costa Rica
  2. S203
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    We are excited to present Lionfish University's yearly update about the lionfish invasion. Come hear the latest information about the invasion in the western Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and the hot spot ...
    Sponsored By:
    Lionfish University
  3. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Artificial intelligence is like a teenager — it’s not always reliable. We will expose tactics that search engines use to penalize websites that use too much AI, and attendees will receive an exclusive ...
  4. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Dive shops are facing increases in expense across all facets of their business, and inflation continues to be sticky. As margins continue to be squeezed, these increased expenses impact your profits, ...
  5. S207
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The Philippines is one of the world's top dive destinations. Located in the heart of the Coral Triangle, you'll enjoy the world's greatest biodiversity: vivid coral reefs, wrecks, incredible pelagic l ...
    Sponsored By:
    Atlantis Dive Resorts & Liveaboards
  6. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    As an industry leader in technology and innovation in diver training, SSI continues to improve its programs and introduce products and services to enhance diver education. In 2024, SSI equipped its Ce ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  7. S206
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    This year the world's coral reefs suffered a widespread mass bleaching event. In this presentation we'll provide a reef health update for the Great Barrier Reef and demonstrate how citizen science is ...
    Sponsored By:
    Diveplanit Travel Pty Ltd.
  8. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join Nauticam Ambassador Hergen Spalink for a trip across the Indonesian Archipelago through photos and videos collected over his 15 years of diving and living throughout the country. Presented by Sub ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  9. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join marine conservation advocate Alysha Acosta for an enlightening seminar on the critical role of individual behavior in safeguarding our oceans. In this session, Alysha will challenge the common mi ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  10. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive into the future of scuba operations with PADI Swim School. Uncover cross-marketing potential and position your business as your community’s drowning-prevention expert. Explore the innovative "Swi ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  11. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Restoring Global Coral Reefs Presenter: Alannah Vellacott
    Sponsored By:
    Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Booth 9056, 9057
  12. S204
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Come see why you should choose SNSI as your training agency
    Sponsored By:
    SNSI
  13. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    "I save money if I book direct, right?" Wrong - come and find out why working with a dive travel wholesaler will get you the best value for your trips. A panel of various wholesalers will be able to a ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  14. S210
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    What is Avelo? Avelo is a new, better, and safer way to dive. It is not your traditional, old-school diving. Avelo offers tremendous advantages for active and fit, watersports-loving people. This semi ...
    Sponsored By:
    Avelo Labs
  15. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Francois Burman, PE, MSc
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  16. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    Aggressor Adventures, Booth 5045
12:00 PM
  1. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Create a loyalty program for your scuba facility! This session will present topics, including the rationale for developing a loyalty program, strategy development, pricing strategies, development of t ...
  2. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    Businesses that have high average sales tickets and high sales per square foot do not do so by accident. During this presentation, techniques for improving both will be shown. And these ideas do not r ...
  3. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Learn all the ins and outs of the SSI App during this hands-on seminar. The more familiar you and your staff become with the features and functions of the SSI App, the more it will allow you to increa ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  4. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    What does your business do and how do you get your message across to potential customers? We'll define branding, look at how and why it works and help you determine if your business is ready for a bra ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  5. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join our expert panel discussion on leveraging the PADI Digital ecosystem to drive business growth for your store. The panelists will cover everything from Dive Shop Locator (DSL) strategies to PADI A ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  6. S205
    120 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    WDHOF General Membership Meeting - WDHOF members and WDHOF associates
    Sponsored By:
    Women Divers Hall of Fame Inc.
  7. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    This presentation introduces the application of the ‘David Suzuki’ technique for underwater photography. It's a hands-on session designed to help aspiring photographers build an outstanding 10-picture ...
    Sponsored By:
    Ocean Geographic, Booth 9109
  8. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join Explorer Ventures for an intriguging presentation about diving in the Galapagos Islands onboard Humboldt and Tiburon Explorer
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  9. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Neal Pollock, PhD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
1:00 PM
  1. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Drive business back into your Training Center by adding events, courses, socials, and clean ups. Manage student registrations and certifications with improved filters and share events via the integrat ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  2. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    CHANCE FOR A FREE TRIP FOR THOSE IN ATTENDANCE! Are you seeking the extraordinary? The area of Baixe do Tofo offers some of the most diverse diving in Mozambique. Where else can you get nudis, shrimp ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  3. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Are you ready to capture the attention of new divers in today’s ever-evolving market? If not, you might be missing out on valuable opportunities. Dive into the latest trends in consumer behavior and d ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  4. S231
    75 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    Are you fascinated by the thrilling world of stunt diving? Curious about what it’s like to work in the film industry as an underwater stunt performer? This special session takes you on a journey throu ...
  5. GoPro Best Settings for Wide Angle, Macro, and How to Get the Best Best Color
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Get your GoPro set up for success. Robin will break down the best menu settings, the accessory lenses for wide angle and macro shooting, and how to add filters and lights to get the best image quality ...
    Sponsored By:
    Backscatter Underwater Video and Photo, Booth 7109
  6. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    This hands-on workshop will review strategies for long-term planning including a look at profit opportunities. Bring your questions, and enjoy some snacks on us.
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  7. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: JoAnn Perry, MSE
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  8. S206
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Keller Laros, Co-Founder of the Manta Pacific Research Foundation shares what he has learned about taking scuba divers and snorkelers to visit Kona Hawaii's manta rays.  Laros, a PADI Master Scuba Div ...
    Sponsored By:
    Manta Pacific Research Foundation
  9. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    Diveheart, Booth 5089
2:00 PM
  1. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    Odyssey Adventures, Booth 3024
  2. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Learn how to effectively integrate Dive Computer demonstrations into your Open Water Diver program to increase student knowledge and opportunities for sales. We’ll also go through the SSI App’s featur ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  3. S226
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Must Attend Retailer-Open to TUSA brands Retailers ONLY * New 2025 product, programs, specials, and available training. *B2B Website Overview w/Q&A *Get a 2nd chance opportunity for the TUSA Speed Cha ...
    Sponsored By:
    TABATA USA, Inc.
  4. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Stretching for 1429 miles over an area of approximately 133,000 square miles, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world. Along its vast length, expect a wide array of diving ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  5. S207
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive into the future of sun protection with Autumn Blum, cosmetic chemist and CEO of Stream2Sea. Explore the latest scientific advancements in sunscreen technology, learn about the environmental impac ...
    Sponsored By:
    Stream2Sea
  6. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Dive deeper into risk management strategies with a focus on prevention and response. Evaluate your readiness to make critical decisions through real dive incident analysis, prioritizing diver safety a ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  7. S203
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Learn about the wonders of diving in the Arctic and Antarctica.
    Sponsored By:
    Oceanwide Expeditions
  8. S204
    120 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Surface Rescue bridges the gap between the water and dry land when it comes to dive rescue. But you DO NOT need a dive certification to take this course, only a CPR certification. This certification i ...
    Sponsored By:
    Dive 1st Aid
  9. S210
    90 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us to discuss key updates affecting our organizations: Standards Updates, Technology Advancements, Strategic Initiatives - and how those benefit your business!
    Sponsored By:
    International Training
  10. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    For decades Emperor Divers has pioneered diving in the Red Sea, as well as the Maldives and Indonesia. Come and explore some of the best liveaboard diving our planet has to offer.
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  11. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speakers: Shelli Wright and Angela Williams
    Sponsored By:

    Divers Alert Network

  12. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    This presentation delves into the unique challenges and opportunities facing Bikini Atoll in the context of the diving industry, particularly in light of its scheduled closure in 2027. Attendees will ...
    Sponsored By:
    Dirty Dozen, Booth 8089
  13. S205
    120 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us for the Bonassi Service Technician Training Course. This exclusive, free course offers hands-on training and in-depth knowledge about maintaining and servicing Bonassi's gear. Participants wil ...
    Sponsored By:
    Bonassi USA, Inc.
  14. S202
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Exciting information on diving
    Sponsored By:
    The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
2:45 PM
  1. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    60 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    DEMA. Booth 5233
3:00 PM
  1. S232
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    This advertising strategies, budgeting and evaluation session will present different strategies used in developing an advertising campaign. Once a strategy is in place, the session will then present d ...
  2. S231
    45 mins
    • DEMA Sponsored Education
    A majority of businesses do not understand or utilize an open-to-buy. Yet the majority of small retail businesses that fail each year have a financial sheet showing them as profitable on the day they ...
  3. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    In this Seminar, we’ll review the streamlined Pro Pathway and the importance of the Assistant Instructor Trainer certification. Get the latest information you need to drive Pro Level training in your ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  4. S226
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    TUSA MARKETING*: Dealer portal/Resource Library (where to get the materials, how to use/pair with hq promos for maximum effectiveness, resources you may not know about), Promotions calendar, social me ...
    Sponsored By:
    TABATA USA, Inc.
  5. S206
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The Spare Air Repair Seminar includes hands-on rebuilding of the regulator and complete overhaul procedures.  Certificate and Service Manual provided at end of course.  Open seating - NO reservation n ...
    Sponsored By:
    Brownie's Marine Group
  6. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    CHANCE FOR A FREE TRIP FOR THOSE IN ATTENDANCE! If you've never heard about this small, undiscovered island in the Caribbean, it’s only because it’s a well-kept secret. St. Eustatius (Statia in local ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  7. S225
    180 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Members will enjoy camaraderie with colleagues and friends as we celebrate and recognize this year’s NAUI Award recipients. The NAUI Annual General Membership (AGM) meeting will include topics of inte ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  8. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Discover PADI’s cutting-edge digital tools, including new digital forms and resources, enhancements to the DSD® and ReActivate® programs, and PADI’s latest DiveShop360 integration. Learn how to make t ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  9. The World of Blackwater
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Exploring the night sea to discover new and exotic animal life during the diel migration.This presentation includes photo and video of rarely seen or encountered marine life in their larval and plankt ...
    Sponsored By:
    Kraken Sports, Booth 8117
  10. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Come find out why so many divers not only return to Bonaire year after year, but also love staying at and diving with Buddy Dive Resort
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  11. S207
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    El Galleon Beach Resort and its PADI dive center, Asia Divers, are renowned for their serene and quaint beachfront surroundings fronting Small Lalaguna Beach in Puerto Galera. As one of the premier sc ...
    Sponsored By:
    PDOT Philippine Department of Tourism
  12. S202
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    A lot has changed since our first guests boarded the Cayman Aggressor in 1984. Our staff has worked tirelessly around the world to offer unequaled five-star service and accomodations. The 'World of Ag ...
    Sponsored By:
    Aggressor Adventures
3:30 PM
  1. S210
    90 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Over the last few years, more and more scuba diving professionals have been taking a closer look at the different options available through International Training. From recreational sport diving to cu ...
    Sponsored By:
    International Training
4:00 PM
  1. S202
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Scenic 600-acre tropical resort hideaway with 2 beaches and PADI dive center in the heart of marine reserves. Dive groups receive tailor-made diving schedules with exclusive dive boat use.  
    Sponsored By:
    Anse Chastanet Resort & Scuba St. Lucia
  2. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    MyDiveGuide is the world’s largest dive site database and offers you the opportunity to promote your diving operation and destination worldwide. During this interactive seminar, you will learn how to ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  3. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    The Island of Tahiti is blessed with an exceptional heritage of beautiful landscapes and rich wildlife. Its marine and terrestrial fauna makes Tahiti a MUST to see destination in French Polynesia. She ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  4. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Discover how cutting-edge digital technology is transforming sustainability in the dive industry. In this session, you’ll explore innovative digital tools used by PADI Eco Centers to monitor marine he ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  5. Underwater Fashion Meets Product Photography & Modeling
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Spacefish Army has been a leader in bringing a fashionable touch to the dive industry for the past years with our colorful array of gear for both Men & Women made from recycled plastics. Over the last ...
    Sponsored By:
    Spacefish Army, Booth 4149
  6. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Combine Lembeh Resort, with Murex Bangka and Murex Manado to get the perfect combination of diving in N. Sulawesi. Come find out what makes this a "Passport to Paradise".
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  7. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    PADI, Booth 8017
5:00 PM
  1. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Mating Manta aggregations, whale sharks going bump in the night, and swimming through a plethora of fish as graceful sharks of various species go gliding by. Maldives offers some of the most incredibl ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
8:00 AM
  1. S227
    600 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    MARES Lab Service Technician Training Course is a comprehensive 2-Day training program that trains and qualifies individuals to service and repair MARES products. Presentation topics include Workstati ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  2. S212
    540 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Sponsored By:
    Sherwood Scuba
8:30 AM
  1. S231
    75 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    Litigation and civil penalties from California’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (referred to as “Prop 65”) have already impacted many diving manufacturers and retailers – Are yo ...
9:00 AM
  1. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Matias Nochetto, MD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
10:00 AM
  1. S203
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us as we dive into what makes Belize the ultimate adventure destination. Home to the second largest living barrier reef, local dive sites are an eight to ten-minute boat ride away. Explore Belize ...
    Sponsored By:

    Sandy Point Resorts

  2. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    In this Seminar, we’ll discuss the progression from Assistant Instructor Trainer to Instructor Trainer. Included will be information on preparation advice, logistics, and areas of focus to maximize yo ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  3. Shark Stop Wetsuits
    POD 01
    420 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Experience unparalleled protection with Shark Stop Wetsuits. Using advanced polymer fibres, our innovative shark bite-resistant technology ensures you stay safe in the ocean. Made from eco-friendly ne ...
    Sponsored By:
    Shark Stop Australia Pty Ltd.
  4. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Over the last year Byron Conroy has placed in the top 3 in the macro category in all of the major International Underwater photo comps including Ocean Art, DPG and Underwater photographer of the year, ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  5. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Supercharge your instructor development business by exploring current trends shaping how people want to learn today, and discover how you can enhance and refine your teaching techniques to grow your p ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  6. LEFEET P1
    POD 09
    420 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    The LEFEET P1 is an innovative, ultra-compact, and powerful water scooter designed to revolutionize both above and underwater exploration. Modular Design | Versatility | Wireless Remote | 5lb | 2.3m/s ...
    Sponsored By:
    Lefeet HK Co., Limited
  7. POD 07
    420 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New Gunslinger Series
    Sponsored By:
    MAC SRL
  8. TEKTITE Strobe 4500
    POD 09
    420 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New improved! TEKTITE strobe 4500, now 23 watts! With our years of experience providing IR strobes to the US and allied militaries, we have upgraded our Strobe 4500 to include a high-power IR led. Thi ...
    Sponsored By:
    TEKTITE Industries
  9. TEKTITE Divers Strobes, Improved!
    POD 03
    420 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    New improved! All TEKTITE c size strobes now include an IR led for enhanced visibility to night vision equipment used on rescue aircraft. This upgrade will make tektite strobes more useful as a surfac ...
    Sponsored By:
    TEKTITE Industries
  10. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures always tries to find ways to make it easier for our partners to manage their dive travel program. Drop in to find out how our new partner portal makes your job even easier.
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  11. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Francois Burman, PE, MSc
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  12. Fog-X For Dive Masks
    POD 03
    420 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Anti-fog insert that goes inside the snorkel mask and lasts forever - two of each of the 7 designs are included- easy to insert- tough anti-scratch surface to protect your mask.
    Sponsored By:
    Fog-X
  13. S231
    45 mins
    • Special Sessions Open to All
    Join Emily Coyle, a seasoned Washington lobbyist with over 25 years of experience in federal policymaking. The goals of this seminar are to help the dive community and DEMA members: Learn how Congress ...
  14. Pressure Indicator
    POD 02
    420 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    The signaling device provides a clear indication of your tank pressure with visual light alerts. The indicator will be screwed directly on your 1st stage's HP port for easy monitoring of your air leve ...
    Sponsored By:
    Well Marine Diver Enterprise Co., Ltd
  15. Integrated Bailout Valve (IBOV) + Manual Added Valves (MAVs) + Automatic Diluent Valve (ADV)
    POD 02
    420 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Intrgrated bailout valve (IBOV) can be switched between closed- and open-circuit mouthpiece functions seamlessly, suitable for left- and right-handed flexible hose connections. Advanced features Manua ...
    Sponsored By:
    10 Bar Underwater Housings
  16. POD 06
    420 mins
    • New Product Showcase
    Real Underwater Touchscreen Smartphone Housing
11:00 AM
  1. S219
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Learn how to effectively integrate Dive Computer demonstrations into your Open Water Diver program to increase student knowledge and opportunities for sales. We’ll also go through the SSI App’s featur ...
    Sponsored By:
    Head U.S.A., Inc.
  2. S207
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join Atlantis' in-house marine biologist, Marco Inocencio, to learn about the Philippines' biodiversity! Diving with Atlantis' dedicated beachfront dive resorts, Atlantis Puerto Galera and Atlantis Du ...
    Sponsored By:
    Atlantis Dive Resorts & Liveaboards
  3. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Australia boasts many truly unique marine encounters. Only downunder can you: swim with dwarf minke whales on the Great Barrier Reef, watch manta trains on Lady Elliot Island or ragged-tooth sharks at ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  4. S205
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Combine your African Safari with Scuba Diving. In this seminar we explain the differences between Safari Destinations Kenya Tanzania Uganda Botswana Namibia Zambia and Zimbabwe. We explain exactly how ...
    Sponsored By:
    African and Oriental Travel Co.
  5. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us for an insightful journey into NAUI’s recreational and professional Apnea Programs designed for breath-hold enthusiasts around the world. This seminar delves into the comprehensive range of br ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  6. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    In this mini-session, we will discuss the decisions around sunsetting EVE, with a discussion on why Dive Shop 360 is the natural path forward based upon current and future technology and security outl ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  7. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Emmanuel Dugrenot, PhD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
  8. S216
    45 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    From Stone Money to Mantas, Macro dive sites, sharks and an intriguing culture – find out why Manta Ray Bay Resort and Yap Divers has been a favorite destination for divers for decades. Yes, it’s a lo ...
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  9. Macro Unhinged
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
     This session will focus on the craft of creating stunning macro images and explore what it takes to stand out in the highly competitive realm of underwater photography contests.    
    Sponsored By:
    Ultralight Camera Solutions, 7120
11:15 AM
  1. S213
    30 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Members of the Media are invited to an exclusive press conference to learn more about DEMA’s efforts to help the American dive community. Gain valuable insights about DEMA’s efforts to fix an unfair f ...
    Sponsored By:
    DEMA Central
12:00 PM
  1. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join this session to learn where to start to improve the sustainability of your dive operations. Pick up some actionable tips and tricks to make small changes impactful daily habits across your staff ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  2. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Discover how to turn every dive into a meaningful survey with the Dive Against Debris program. Learn how to effectively conduct safe Dive Against Debris dives and courses. This session will teach you ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  3. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join Dave Winford, esteemed business coach, in his three part seminar series packed with information and ideas to grow your business. • Establishing Marketing Domination: Learn about powerful insights ...
    Sponsored By:

    NAUI Worldwide

  4. Optimizing Your Images for Google Image Search
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    Improve your google rankings with your awesome images. Participants will delve into the process of optimizing images for maximum visibility on Google Image Search, including, the tools to enhance the ...
    Sponsored By:
    High 5 Promotions, Booth 3188
  5. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: Matias Nochetto, MD
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
1:00 PM
  1. S221
    50 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us for an immersive seminar on the underwater marvels of Malaysia, a world-class diving destination known for its vibrant marine biodiversity and pristine dive spots. Dive enthusiasts and industr ...
    Sponsored By:
    Deep Blue Adventures
  2. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us at DEMA 2024 for an exciting seminar designed exclusively for dive shop owners and dive professionals! Learn how to elevate your social media presence and drive business growth with proven str ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  3. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Are you ready to capture the attention of new divers in today’s ever-evolving market? If not, you might be missing out on valuable opportunities. Dive into the latest trends in consumer behavior and d ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  4. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    UTD's renowned podcast, "The Most Obscure Questions in Scuba Diving," come live to the Technical Resource Center. Bring your questions, obscure or otherwise, as UTD founder Jeff Seckendorf and UTD Tra ...
    Sponsored By:
    Unified Team Diving, Booth 7099
  5. S216
    105 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    For over 25 years, Fly & Sea Dive Adventures has seen how successful dive shops market their trips. We have compiled the best tips. Come and join us and enjoy some snacks on us.
    Sponsored By:
    Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
  6. S229
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Speaker: JoAnn Perry, MSE
    Sponsored By:
    Divers Alert Network
2:00 PM
  1. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    Odyssey Adventures, Booth 3024
  2. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    An exclusive seminar featuring David Caldwell, NAUI Northeastern Representative and technical diving expert. David will be presenting on evolving with the times and the need for continuous technical d ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  3. S222
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Unlock the pinnacle of PADI Professional achievement with insights into the Course Director Training Course. Explore the prerequisites, application procedures, and acceptance protocols. Discover strat ...
    Sponsored By:
    PADI
  4. Diving in the Maldives - How to Plan Your Perfect Trip!
    Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    The presenter will give a brief introduction of the different Maldivian Atolls and their special marine encounters. Further details about seasonality and prevailing currents will be shared as well. Af ...
    Sponsored By:
    Sub Oceanic Maldives, Booth 9073
3:00 PM
  1. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us for an in-depth seminar on the NAUI Mobile App, designed with the NAUI diver in mind, to enhance your underwater adventures and teaching activities. This session will provide a comprehensive e ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  2. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    SOULS is a captivating new memoir featuring the stories of Dr. Sylvia Earle, Michael AW, David Doubilet, Jennifer Hayes, Brian Greene, and Richard Pyle, produced during an expedition from Bali to Komo ...
    Sponsored By:
    Ocean Geographic, Booth 9109
  3. Author's Corner: DEMA Central, Booth #5233
    30 mins
    • Authors Corner
    Sponsored By:
    PADI, Booth 8017
4:00 PM
  1. S225
    60 mins
    • Exhibitor Sponsored Seminars
    Join us for an insightful seminar on the NAUI Diversity Scholarship and our efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the diving community. Led by Catalina Rodriguez and esteemed NAUI div ...
    Sponsored By:
    NAUI Worldwide
  2. Show Floor Booth 8109
    45 mins
    • Resource Center Snapshot Sessions
    This workshop will guide you through shooting breathtaking underwater footage with Insta360 cameras. You'll learn how to properly set up your camera for underwater environments, including using waterp ...
    Sponsored By:
    Insta360, Booth 9143

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