• Marine Marketing & Dealer Engagement to Accelerate at Dealer Week 2025 TAMPA, FL — The Marine Marketers of America (MMA) and the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) are teaming up through a new collaborative alliance. This cooperation leverages MMA’s unique role as the exclusive industry association for marine marketers — providing peer-to-peer […]
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Marine Tech Apprenticeship Program Launched
• Marine Trades Association of Maryland established new, vital workforce program at Annapolis Power Boat Show By MRAA Government Relations Team Developed through a grant from the city of Annapolis, the Marine Trades Association of Maryland announced the launch of a marine tech apprenticeship program at the recent Annapolis Powerboat Show. The apprentice program will […]
2026 Business of Boating Conference
Massachusetts Marine Trades Association to Host 20th Educational Conference FOXBORO, MASS. — The Massachusetts Marine Trades Association (MMTA) is pleased to announce it will host its annual Business of Boating (BOB) conference on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, at Lakeview Pavilion in Foxboro, Mass. This will be the 20th year of their educational conference. The BOB […]
MRAA President Matt Gruhn Receives William B. Otto Award
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 7, 2025 — Matt Gruhn, President of the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA), was honored by the National Marine Lenders Association with the 2025 William B. Otto III Marine Industry Service Award, recognizing his outstanding vision, leadership and unwavering dedication to advancing the marine industry. The William B. Otto Award, established […]
Trucordia Marine Joins MRAA as Platinum Partner
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 8 – Trucordia Marine (formerly Belter Insurance) has strengthened its commitment to the marine industry by becoming a Platinum Partner Member of the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA). Also, the company will exhibit at Dealer Week 2025 in Tampa, Fla., showcasing its dedication to protecting and empowering marine retailers nationwide. “Having […]
DealerRock Commits to Platinum Partner Membership
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 6 – DealerRock has joined the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) as a Platinum Partner Member. It will also showcase at Dealer Week 2025 in Tampa, Fla. This partnership underscores DealerRock’s commitment to supporting marine retailers and advancing the marine industry. As a Platinum Partner, DealerRock demonstrates a deep investment in […]
Pin-Up Marketing Joins as MRAA Platinum Partner
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 3 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces that Pin-Up Marketing has strengthened its support of the marine industry by becoming a Platinum Partner Member. This premier level of partnership highlights Pin-Up Marketing’s dedication to helping dealers succeed, enhancing customer connections and fostering growth across the recreational boating industry. “Our […]
De Antonio Yachts Commits to Platinum Partner Membership
MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 30– The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces that De Antonio Yachts has expanded its support of the marine industry by joining as a Platinum Partner Member. This elevated level of partnership reflects De Antonio Yachts’ strong commitment to dealer success, customer satisfaction and the advancement of the recreational boating industry. […]
Four New Partner Members Join MRAA
MINNEAPOLIS, August 31, 2025 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) proudly welcomes Alumacraft, Liqui Moly Marine, SpeedPro Norcross and WRS Consultants as its newest Partner Members. By joining as Partner Members, these companies showcase their dedication to the growth and success of the marine industry. Through alignment with MRAA’s mission and programs, […]
Advocacy Session to Address State and Local Wake Regulations
• Facing the Next Wave: How Dealer Action Protects Access and Your Bottom Line MINNEAPOLIS, September 22, 2025 — Recreational boating activities, including wake surfing, face scrutiny across the country. Proposed regulations threaten to restrict access to waterways and limit where and how your customers can enjoy their time on the water. To address this […]
