The Vessel Miami

What The Vessel Miami does

The Vessel Miami, founded in 2021 by Sebastian Phillips, operates a single USCG-certified floating event venue on Biscayne Bay in Miami, accommodating up to 150 passengers across three purpose-built decks — the 2,700 sq ft open-air Weather Deck, the 2,000 sq ft Sail Deck with a 360-degree bar, and the 450 sq ft Top Deck with a DJ booth — totaling approximately 4,700 sq ft of event space. The asset combines vintage art deco styling with modern event production infrastructure, including a club-grade audio system, modular lounge furniture, projection mapping, and air-conditioned restrooms, allowing the vessel to host stationary or cruising events. The business serves four primary use cases: corporate events (leadership retreats, team-building, conferences), experiential brand activations (fashion shows, product launches, media campaigns), private celebrations (weddings, anniversaries, milestone gatherings), and creative/immersive events (art exhibitions, culinary showcases, cultural festivals).

Revenue is generated almost entirely through quote-based event charters priced on event type, duration, guest count, catering, and customization requirements, with the company operating as a direct-sales enterprise targeting experiential event planners and brand marketing teams. Distribution is exclusively direct — website inquiries, phone, email, and by-appointment site tours — with no third-party resellers or marketplace channels. Operations are supported by a curated ecosystem of preferred vendors spanning catering (Unique Catering Design), audio production (Exclusive Party Group, EPG Miami), water sports (Aquasports Miami), and event production (110 The Expert Hub), along with docking partnerships such as Standard Spa Miami Beach. The company is privately held by its founder with no disclosed institutional funding, no parent entity, and no subsidiaries, and is registered in Florida, USA.

Name

The Vessel Miami

Legal name

The Vessel Miami

Website

https://thevesselmiami.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Vessel Miami is a privately held, USCG-certified floating event venue on Biscayne Bay accommodating up to 150 guests across three decks, chartering premium event space to corporate clients, brand marketers, and private celebrations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Floating Event Venue Services

NAICS

Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (487210)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Bareboat Yacht Charters (Self-Skippered) (THAEAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Beachfront & Coastal Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAI)

Keywords

• Floating event venue
• Waterfront venue rental
• Corporate event hosting
• Brand activation venue
• Private celebration space

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Event Venue Charter: The primary revenue stream comes from chartering the floating venue for private events. Pricing is quote-based and varies by event type, duration, guest count, and service requirements. Events are booked directly through sales inquiries with custom proposals tailored to each client's needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Vessel Miami operates a USCG-certified floating island-style venue on Biscayne Bay that is chartered for private and corporate events. It offers approximately 4,700 sq ft of adaptable event space across three decks (Weather Deck, Sail Deck, Top Deck), accommodating up to 150 passengers for corporate events, brand activations, weddings, and immersive experiential events. The venue provides end-to-end event execution support, including concept design, vendor coordination, logistics, and on-site production.

Product overview

The Vessel Miami is a single, unified floating event venue offering comprehensive hospitality services. The venue provides three distinct deck spaces (Weather Deck, Sail Deck, Top Deck) totaling approximately 4,700 square feet of flexible event space, accommodating up to 150 guests. The company organizes and hosts private celebrations (weddings, anniversaries, family events), corporate events (retreats, conferences, team-building), experiential brand activations (fashion shows, product launches, media campaigns), and creative immersive events (art exhibitions, culinary showcases, cultural festivals).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Vessel Miami Floating Venue A USCG-certified floating island-style vessel combining vintage art deco charm with modern luxury, offering approximately 4,700 sq ft of versatile indoor and outdoor event space across three decks on Biscayne Bay. For corporate clients, brands, event planners, and private hosts seeking a distinctive waterfront venue.
• Corporate Events Leadership retreats, team-building experiences, boutique-style conferences, holiday parties, company celebrations, and annual gatherings hosted aboard the floating venue. For corporate clients and event planners.
• Experiential Brand Activations Fashion shows and runways, wellness retreats, brand development campaigns, product launches, pop-up experiences, and high-profile media and content campaigns. For brand marketing teams and experiential event planners.
• Private Celebrations Wedding ceremonies and receptions, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, family reunions, holiday gatherings, and themed private dinners aboard the floating venue. For couples and families seeking unique wedding and celebration venues.
• Creative & Immersive Events Art exhibitions, private culinary showcases, musical debuts, media broadcasting events, cultural festivals, and interactive installations aboard the floating venue. For creative producers, artists, and cultural organizations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Successfully hosted events for major luxury brands including Dolce & Gabbana, lululemon, and Univision without incident
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and minor.

• Unique Catering DesigncoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 August 2025Miami-based catering company founded in 2015 by Giovanni Sandri and Stevi Tsapi, operating from a kitchen warehouse in Miami's Design District. Specializes in corporate event catering, luxury weddings, and specialized Indian wedding catering. Partnered with The Vessel for high-profile events including Dolce & Gabbana private events, demonstrating ability to execute sophisticated culinary programs on floating platforms.
• 110 The Expert HubcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2025Event production agency with long-standing track record organizing events for luxury heavyweights. Brought together members of a major international beauty and sales team for corporate conference aboard The Vessel. Team included Paula Larroque, Rafael Muro, and Macarena Santana for on-site production management.
• EPG MiamisupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 May 2025Audio production company handling sound systems for corporate events aboard The Vessel. Praised for 'calm precision' and professional execution during high-stakes luxury brand events.
• BOXR EntertainmentminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2024Entertainment company partnering with Club E11even for the first-ever WBC-sanctioned championship fight inside a nightclub. Hosted boxing event activation aboard The Vessel featuring fully functional boxing ring on deck.
• Club E11evenminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2024Miami nightlife venue partnering with BOXR Entertainment for groundbreaking boxing event. First-ever WBC-sanctioned championship fight inside a nightclub took place with The Vessel as the floating venue.
• Exclusive Party GroupsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSound system provider supplying The Vessel's club-grade audio system. Custom-integrated sound delivers crystal-clear audio across both decks for events including lululemon activations.
• Aquasports MiamisupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWater sports provider delivering flyboard performance during lululemon ALIGN anniversary event. Provided spontaneous entertainment showcasing Miami skyline and open water as event backdrop.
• Standard Spa Miami BeachsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremium Miami Beach hotel serving as dock location for The Vessel. Provides embarkation point allowing guests to board directly from the hotel's facilities, enabling seamless transitions from on-land activities to floating events.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Island Queen Cruises: Biscayne Bay sightseeing and party cruise operator running scheduled and chartered Miami boat tours. Comparable as a Miami-based passenger vessel operator on Biscayne Bay, but focused on shorter sightseeing/cruise experiences rather than high-end private event hosting.

Direct peers

• South Beach Lady Yacht Charters: Miami-based private yacht charter specializing in corporate events, parties, and sunset cruises out of Biscayne Bay/Miami Beach. Directly comparable as a waterborne event venue competing for the same Miami corporate and private celebration budgets as The Vessel.
• Charter One Yachts: South Florida yacht charter company offering private and corporate event charters on multiple vessels. Directly comparable to The Vessel Miami because both sell chartered waterborne venues for premium private and corporate events in the Miami market, with similar pricing and customer profile.
• Floridian Princess Yacht Charters: Multi-deck private yacht charter in Miami for corporate events, weddings, and private celebrations. Directly comparable to The Vessel Miami — both monetize a premium Miami-based chartered vessel for hosted events with similar capacity ranges and target clientele.
• Sun Dream Yacht Charters: Miami-based yacht charter company offering private and corporate event charters on multiple vessels. Comparable to The Vessel Miami in business model (chartering vessels for private events), customer type (Miami premium clientele), and geography (South Florida waterways).
• Miami Aqua Tours: Miami operator offering boat tours, charters, and party cruises out of Bayside and other Biscayne Bay marinas. Comparable to The Vessel as a Miami-based waterborne experience operator serving tourism, corporate, and private groups, though with a more tour-focused mix.
• The Bath Club Miami Beach: Historic Miami Beach oceanfront venue hosting luxury weddings, corporate galas, and private celebrations. Comparable as a high-end Miami private-event venue with similar capacity range and premium pricing, though operating on land.
• Faena Forum Miami Beach: Luxury event and cultural venue in Miami Beach hosting brand activations, fashion shows, and art-driven experiences. Comparable to The Vessel Miami as a Miami luxury event venue competing for the same brand activation and cultural-event budgets, but land-based rather than floating.

Broad incumbents

• 1 Hotel South Beach: Luxury Miami Beach hotel with significant event and meeting space frequently used for weddings, brand activations, and corporate retreats. Comparable to The Vessel as a premium Miami event venue serving the same luxury corporate and brand-activation clients, but with much broader lodging/food/beverage portfolio.
• The Setai Miami Beach: Luxury oceanfront Miami Beach hotel hosting weddings, corporate events, and high-end brand activations. Comparable to The Vessel Miami as a high-end Miami venue competing for the same luxury event budgets, but offering overnight lodging and broader hospitality services as a broader incumbent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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