RIDE THE WAVE

2025 IBDEA CONFERENCE

Island Grand at the Tradewinds Beach Resort

March 6-10, 2025

Best One-Stop 4-Day Networking Event in the Beverage Dispensing Industry

General Info
Agenda
Speakers
Product Fair
Sponsorships
Activities

Spouse/Partner Social

Friday, March 7, from 9:00 am – 11:30 am

Kick off the Conference by getting together with other spouses, partners, and friends. This is a great way to meet new friends and visit with old ones in a casual setting.

Sip, Connect, and Evaluate: Where Networking Meets Action!

Friday, March 7, from 2:30 – 4:00 pm

Following our Workshop — Transforming Personal Impact & Building Stronger Relationships With “Yes, And,” let’s network and toast to new connections from insight to interaction, and put your networking skills to the test.

IBDEAU Scholarship Drawing

Saturday, March 8, from 8:00 am – 9:45 am

The IBDEA Scholarship drawing at the 2025 conference represents an invaluable investment in the future of the beverage dispensing industry.

By awarding a scholarship to one member to attend the Draught Beverage Dispense Academy and four members to attend the Dispense Beverage Academy, IBDEA is actively contributing to its members’ professional growth.

These scholarships allow individuals to gain industry-specific knowledge, improve technical skills, and stay current with the latest innovations, all of which are critical to maintaining high standards across the sector.

This opportunity can be transformative for those recipients, empowering them to further their careers and become leaders.

Relax and Rejuvenate on the Beach

Monday, March 10, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Recoup and rejuvenate after the Conference with this calming oceanside experience! This relaxing morning combines gentle yoga with guided meditation, private chairs and umbrellas on the beach, yard games for entertainment, and a refreshing lunch.
 
Join us for a day of wellness, connection, and inspiration by the sea—perfect for rejuvenating after another successful Conference!
 
Limited space is available.

Advanced Registration and $55 Fee Required (includes lunch).

 

IBDEA Annual Golf Scramble

Monday, March 10, Shotgun Start at 8:00 am
Transportation provided – departs from the hotel at 6:30 a.m.

Bardmoor Golf and Tennis Club is one of Tampa Bay’s premier public golf courses, hosting 13 PGA and LPGA Tour events.
 
With the combination of elevation changes and what is highly regarded as having some of the best greens in Florida, you won’t want to miss signing up for this four-man scramble event.
 
It will be an 8 a.m. shotgun start on Monday, March 10th, with room for only 40 players, so sign up now!
 

Advanced Registration and $135 Fee Required (includes lunch).

Club rental is available for $65.

IBDEA Golf Rules

SCRAMBLE

  • Everyone tees off at 8:00 am
  • Pick the best ball
    • Everyone hits from that spot
    • Pick the best ball
    • Everyone putts from there
    • And so forth…
  • Each player must have three (3) drives recorded on the card.
  • YOU MUST HAVE FUN!!!

SKILLS

  • Longest Drive
    • Men
    • Women
  • Closest to the Pin
  • Longest Putt
  • 1st Place Score

DRESS CODE

All guests, volunteers, and vendors associated with the Event are expected to adhere to the Club’s dress code policies.  Specifically, acceptable golf attire includes a collared shirt, slacks, or Bermuda-length shorts. Denim of any kind, t-shirts, tank tops, cutoffs, tennis, running, or other athletic attire are inappropriate forms of dress for both the clubhouse and the golf course.  Any person not properly attired will not be allowed to play or participate in the Event until their dress meets the Club’s dress code standards. The use of non-metal spikes is required on the golf course.

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