For many boat dealerships, it’s hiring season. As a seasonal business, you want to be sure you have enough of the right team members in the right seats to take care of your customers in the front of the house – and support your team in the back of the house – during the busy […]
Day: March 24, 2021
RBFF Awards 15 State Programs Funding Through 2021 State R3 Program Grants
Through its State R3 Program Grants, the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) recently awarded funds to 15 programs in 14 states. Now in its seventh year, the State R3 Program Grants’ goal is to support state recruitment, retention, and reactivation (R3) initiatives to increase fishing and boating participation; this year, the funds provided to […]
Mandatory Engine Cut-Off Device Legislation Set to Take Effect April 1
On April 1, operators of most vessels under 26 feet long will be required to wear an engine cut-off device while the boat is underway. This measure builds upon steps taken in 2018 to require boat manufacturers to install these devices on most vessels under 26 feet. Operators of boats with above 3HP engines attached, […]
MRAA partners with TechForce Foundation to share HR education
Among the many challenges dealers face each year, hiring and retaining talent always remains near the top of the list. That is why MRAA has partnered with TechForce Foundation to share a series of resources focused on important employment issues. The workforce-related materials are being added to MRAA’s Resource Center and will be available free […]
MRAA offers Dealer Development Event for suppliers, manufacturers, service providers
As a business that supplies a product or service to the marine industry, you are only as successful as your dealer network. Fortunately, the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas can assist in your efforts toward dealer development. To demonstrate how MRAA can help businesses strengthen their dealer networks, the association is hosting a 1-hour […]
