A graduate of the University of Minnesota-Morris with a degree in business management, Nikki has spent the last six years coordinating the membership department at the Independent Natural Food Retailers Association, an organization representing organic food retailers. She says the time in the role exposed her to a wide array of challenges facing small, independent businesses — as well as resources to help ease the day-to-day demands challenging team leaders and managers.
A resident of northeast Minneapolis who enjoys the city’s music, art and restaurants, Nikki has already begun auditing the MRAA membership database and assessing the association’s needs and strengths.
Helping boat dealerships maximize the benefits included in their MRAA membership will be a key component of Nikki’s job, and she has already begun connecting with dealership principals and active MRAA members to familiarize herself with the retail boating landscape and gather feedback.
Community involvement and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are priorities for Nikki, and she enjoys participating in neighborhood outings and attending all the festivities during Minneapolis’ fantastic summers. She can commonly be caught by the water with her loved ones enjoying local food and entertainment.
nikki@mraa.com.