Association will promote the services and interests of crew members and shoreside employees
By
Rebecca Gibson |
Crew members, shoreside and office staff employed by cruise lines can now become members of the new Florida, US-based Cruise Shipping Association (CSA).
Founded by Douglas Diggle, CEO of Across Oceans Group, CSA is a non-profit Florida Membership Trade Association. It has been developed to promote the services and interests of crew members and shoreside employees, as well as the 5,000 worldwide suppliers to the cruise line, shipping, maritime, offshore, and travel industries.
CSA aims to bring millions of crew members and corporate office shoreside employees together to network, educate, and promote advancement in each individual's career. The organisation will provide them with an easy-to-use smartphone app to build their personal network and grow their career. In addition, it will serve as a platform for employees to report theft, safety, security and offer suggestions anonymously.
Members will benefit from product discounts, exclusive job positions by recruiters, online networking groups for members, off-contract health insurance, focused vendor discount cards and legal services. CSA will remain an advocate with the American Arbitration, Maritime Labor Convention, Contract of Carriage, and the Federal Maritime Commission. It will also organise networking events in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Los Angeles, and Seattle with the support of industry sponsors.
“CSA is the first employee membership and supplier sales and support networking organisation for the cruise line and shipping industry,” said Diggle.
CSA will also deliver corporate business and supplier membership packages, which will give companies access to a dedicated subject matter expert to help them grow their business.
"CSA will offer invaluable opportunities, as well as a platform for employees to network with other employees, suppliers, potential employers, and even shipyard vendors,” said Diggle. “Our corporate membership will cut years from the sales cycle by helping establish close relationships with key decision makers at the right time.”