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How to Support Remote Employees

4 Tips to help employers support their remote workforce An MRAA guest blog by Dealership Advantage, MRAA Education Champions Today, working remotely is more common than ever, which means supporting remote employees is more important than ever. But that isn’t always an easy thing to accomplish. Your boat dealership has salespeople out on the water […]

MRAA Adds Three New Partner Members

MINNEAPOLIS — May 11 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announces the addition of three marine businesses as Partner Members. Partner Member support helps the MRAA deliver on its mission to provide education, resources and tools to marine dealers, and fuels the success of the industry. By committing to membership, marine manufacturers, suppliers […]

MRAA Submits Grant Application for Apprenticeship Building America

• Building Out Apprenticed Trades (BOAT) Jobs Grant Submission Backed by Leading Marine Industry Organizations and World’s Largest Dealerships MINNEAPOLIS, May, 10 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas rallied leadership from throughout the marine industry in its application for submission to the US Department of Labor’s “Apprenticeship Building America” Grant Program.  Labeled “Building […]

10 Important Tips to Keep Boaters Safe in 2022 Boating Season

– Memorial Day is the Traditional Launch to Seasonal Boating Activity – Orlando, Fla, May 4, 2022 – With a 35% increase in new boat ownership and 415,000 new boaters taking to the waterways since 2020, boating participation will reach historic levels of participation this summer, says Water Sports Foundation Executive Director Jim Emmons. With the […]

MRAA Highlights Pre-Owned Boat Business in May

MINNEAPOLIS, May 5, 2022 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announces its most recent package of resources devoted to guiding marine retailers to greater business accomplishments. For May, as part of its monthly Spotlight on dealership development, the Association will add information, tools and education to help marine retailers drive success in their […]

Outdoor Recreation Industry Showcases Power of Americans Getting Outside in New Video

Applauds Senate committee approval of first-ever recreation package that will improve outdoor access, experiences WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 3 – On the same day the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee passed the first-ever recreation package, Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR), of which MRAA is a member, released an energizing video highlighting a myriad of outdoor […]

TechForce Foundation Announces Category Winners and Opens Grand Prize Vote in 2022 FutureTechs Rock

Ten transportation technician students recognized for outstanding contributions as role models at school and in their communities May 2, 2022 – SCOTTSDALE, AZ – TechForce Foundation® announces the Category Winners (Finalists) for the 2022 FutureTechs Rock Awards and opens the Grand Prize public vote. TechForce created this prestigious award to honor aspiring technicians and recognize […]

Boatline.com Commits to Education Champions Partnership with MRAA

MINNEAPOLIS — April 28 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announces Boatline.com has committed to partner membership as Education Champions. “Boatline aims to be a partner for dealers providing both marketing solutions and educational resources to support their business,” says Lori Stacy, CEO of Trader Interactive, the parent company of Boatline. “Partnering with […]

Global Marine Insurance Commits to MRAA as Education Champions

MINNEAPOLIS — April 27 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announces Global Marine Insurance is continuing its support of the MRAA as an Education Champion partner. “As a long time MRAA partner and sponsor, Global Marine Insurance is proud to continue our support as Education Champions” said Matt Anderson, President of Global Marine […]

MRAA Adds 700Credit as Education Champions

MINNEAPOLIS — April 22 — The Marine Retailers Assocation of the Americas announces that 700Credit has made the commitment to an Education Champions Membership. “We are honored to be an educational asset for the MRAA organization,” said Ken Hill, Managing Director of 700Credit. “Through the years, 700Credit has been committed to providing relevant and valuable […]