Joshua Burris
Board Member, Organization of Black Maritime Graduates (OBMG) Second Mate & Dynamic Positioning Officer, Jackson Offshore Operators
Joshua Burris is a SUNY Maritime College graduate, licensed Second Mate Unlimited, and Board Member of the Organization of Black Maritime Graduates (OBMG). Before attending SUNY Maritime, Joshua began his maritime career as a deckhand working aboard dredges and tugboats with Weeks Marine. He later attended SUNY Maritime College and worked his way up to become a licensed deck officer and Dynamic Positioning Officer, currently sailing with Jackson Offshore Operators.
Joshua is currently studying and preparing to upgrade his U.S. Coast Guard license to Chief Mate Unlimited, continuing his progression toward the highest levels of professional maritime leadership. Through his work with OBMG, he is passionate about mentorship, scholarships, career development, and showing young people that there are multiple pathways to build successful careers in the maritime industry.
2026 Education Day Sessions
Roundtable Discussions: Becoming Industry Ready: The Unwritten Rules of Building Your Professional Reputation
Continue the conversation in small-group roundtable discussions with industry professionals. Building on the themes explored in the fireside chat, you'll have the opportunity to ask follow-up questions, hear different career journeys, gain tailored advice and practise professional conversations in a relaxed setting. It's the perfect chance to build confidence, expand your network and prepare for your visit to the exhibition floor.
Wednesday 23 September 11:30 - 11:50 NextWave Education Day
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