Offering protection for stern drive, inboard, outboard, diesel and personal watercraft such as Jet Skis, Protective Asset Protection serves thousands of marine, automotive, power sports and RV dealerships throughout the United States. The company was recently recognized with a 2016 Dealers’ Choice Award by Auto Trader Today, and hosts a full menu of interactive training. […]
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Boaterz ‘n Bikerz Hull of a Tour3 is Revving Up for 2016 “Pacific Coast Rush”
Boaterz ‘n Bikerz Hull of a Tour3 is As part of the “Boaterz n Bikerz of America Hull of a Tour” series originally launched in 2011, this summer’s event kicks off July 23 and features a full week of scenic mountain and waterway riding including stretches along the famed Pacific Coast Highway. This year’s […]
Meet MRAA’s New Membership and Benefits Specialist
Nikki Duffney comes to MRAA from the organic food sector and has made an immediate impact 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 […]
Grady-White Boats Finalizes Partnership with MRAA
One of the world’s most successful boatbuilding companies has joined the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas at the Partner Member level. Headquartered in Greenville, N.C., Grady-White Boats has been putting families on the water since 1959 and today boasts locations across the United States. Specializing in fiberglass sportfishing boats for both offshore and […]
MRAA Joins Coalition Supporting the Sportfishing Act of 2016
The bill, championed by Senators Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) and Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) addresses two of the community’s top priorities. Of particular importance to the recreational fishing and boating community are provisions to prevent unnecessary fishing closures in Biscayne National Park, and to further ensure conservation of billfish populations. The issue was a key focus of […]
Regulator Marine, MRAA Partner on Dealer Success
Seth Mattison Keynote Added to MDCE Awards Breakfast
Orlando — Workforce trends and generational dynamics are challenging boating industry professionals to rethink how they work in and lead their businesses. That’s why organizers of 2016 Marine Dealer Conference & Expo have added a third keynote address to the event’s educational agenda, hiring Seth Mattison – founder and Chief Movement Officer of FutureSight Labs […]
Member Spotlight: Reed’s Marine
It all started with what Tom Johnson calls a “mid-life crisis” back in 1971 when he and a business partner decided to buy a marina in southeast Wisconsin. After dedicating his entire life exclusively to boating, Tom has decided to officially retire. His successor, the grandson of Tom’s original business partner, has been known for […]
Sam Dantzler Selected to Deliver MDCE Closing Keynote
A veteran MDCE presenter who has received some of the conference’s highest ratings, Dantzler is a dealership consultant who moderates several 20 Groups and is the founder of Sam’s Watersports Dock — a virtual training portal for marine retailers. His keynote address, titled “Change: It’s the Only Option” and scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, […]
Moose Landing Marina Selected as Ranger Tugs Dealer
Moose Landing Marina, the largest on-water facility in the Lakes Region area, has been appointed as the dealer for Ranger Tugs in Maine. Built for strength and durability, Ranger Tugs offer maneuverability and seaworthiness in a well-equipped design. Built in the U.S. at the company’s factories in Kent and Monroe, Washington, Ranger Tugs offer eight […]
