• MRAA Dealers Welcome to Participate
Now in its third year, Discover Boating’s partnership with the Black Boaters Summit is expanding to three vibrant markets. Each major city is home to a strong and growing Black boating community:
- Detroit, MI – Riverside Marina on Saturday, June 14
- New York, NY – Breezy Pointe Yacht Club on Thursday, June 19 (Juneteenth)
- Washington, D.C. – The Yards Marina on Saturday, June 21
The Black Boaters Summit is an exclusive, RSVP-only lifestyle event designed to celebrate culture, community and the joy of boating. The Summit offers a relaxed, welcoming environment that fosters authentic engagement, unlike traditional sales-driven boat shows.
Attendees, many of whom are current boat owners, new enthusiasts or prospective buyers, will enjoy a full day of on-water activities and conversations about the boating lifestyle.
Prospective buyers, and those looking to take the next step by first renting or chartering, will have the opportunity to RSVP for on-water boating experiences from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The day continues with a dynamic “Ask Me Anything” panel featuring boating professionals, complemented by live music, local food vendors, boating trivia and more.
Participating partners, including MRAA dealers, Carefree Boat Club and others, receive a 10′ x 10′ booth space. They can engage with attendees and showcase their products and services. Moreover, between 250 and 500 guests are anticipated at each location as well as numerous boaters whose vessels will be docked at the marinas or rafted nearby.
In short, this is a meaningful opportunity to connect with a passionate, fast-growing audience in a setting that prioritizes inclusion, experience and lifestyle. For more information, see the attached flyer or contact Kevin M. Williams (kwilliams@nmma.org).
