In my work life, the only thing that rivals my passion for the marine industry is my passion for professional development. I’m a lifelong boater, and I’m also a lifelong learner. Unlike boating, it took me quite a while to love educational opportunities. I was an average student in high

Somehow, I wound up with the “event gene.” I’ve always enjoyed attending and organizing events of all sizes, whether they’re simply social gatherings at my house or events as large as the Marine Dealer Conference & Expo. When I cleaned out my desk at my last job, I emptied out

One of the most visible benefits that MRAA members receive is the discount afforded them with their registration to the MRAA annual meeting, also known as the Marine Dealer Conference & Expo. MRAA members save $50 on every employee they register for this event. For some dealers, such as Singleton

There are days where I sit down to write this blog and wonder if there’s anyone out there … anyone who cares what’s on my mind today. And, truth be told, there are likely few of you right now who do. So why do I do it? For a few

It isn’t very often that we get to realize a long-held aspiration. But as you read this, I am getting that very opportunity, and I’d like to share that story with you. It was about four years ago now that I had what was then an off-the-record conversation with MRAA