Florida Swimming Pool Association

The International Independent Showmen's Association (IISA), also known as the Gibtown Showmen's Club, is a non-profit organization that serves individuals in the outdoor amusement industry. Established in 1966, it has grown to become the largest Showmen's Association in the United States, boasting over 4,500 members from across the country and beyond. IISA hosts the premier annual Super Trade Show and Extravaganza, celebrating its 58th event in February 2026. The trade show, which is unique in its location on club grounds, relies heavily on volunteer support, with approximately 98% of its operations managed by dedicated members. Generated from the website

Carrollwood Area Business Association, now celebrating its 25th year, is dedicated to supporting local businesses in Tampa, FL. Through free weekly network meetings and seasonal expos, CABA fosters connections among members, offering a platform for collaboration and growth. With an interactive website featuring business profiles, blogs, and newsletters, CABA provides resources and opportunities for members to enhance their marketing efforts. Those interested in joining can attend one of the association's weekly network meetings to learn more about the benefits of membership. Generated from their available business information

HistoryNeal Hess, Chuck Blakeslee, Jim Auxier, and Al Tillman (NAUI #1) met in August 1960 to discuss and organize NAUI's first Instructor Certification Course (ICC). It was held at the Shamrock Hotel in Houston, Texas on August 22-26. During the six-day course, 72 candidates attended from the U.S. and Canada, but only 53 graduated. The 53 graduates and their staff instructors became the first instructor members of the National Association of Underwater Instructors. The NAUI ICC became the first course to make diver certifications available worldwide and internationally. A year later, the second NAUI ICC was held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, under the direction of Ben Davis, NAUI #101. In October 1961, NAUI was incorporated in the State of California as a non-profit educational organization, with Al Tillman as the President and Neal Hess as the Executive Secretary.SpecialtiesNAUI is the largest non-profit membership based training agency and the oldest of the major scuba diving training agencies. NAUI develops training materials for all levels of scuba diving, including recreational diving, technical diving, freediving, and public safety diving.