WASHINGTON, D.C., November 28, 2023 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announced today that Chad Tokowicz, MRAA Government Relations Manager, was appointed to the National Safe Boating Council’s (NSBC) Board of Directors. Founded in 1958, the NSBC serves as a national catalyst for developing a safe boating culture by providing education, programming and […]
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MRAA, ABYC Launch Service Management Certification Program
MINNEAPOLIS and ANNAPOLIS, Nov. 27 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) and the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) have announced the all-new Service Management Certification program, which they partnered to develop. Staff from both organizations will be on hand December 4-7, at MRAA’s Dealer Week in Tampa, to celebrate the launch […]
Sea Fox Boat Company Commits to Platinum Partnership
MINNEAPOLIS — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announces that Sea Fox Boat Company has joined the MRAA as a Platinum Partner Member. Through Platinum Partner Membership, Sea Fox supports the MRAA, its programs and the opportunities the association provides the dealer body in an effort to fuel the success of the industry. […]
Marine Dealership Finance Strategies This Year and Beyond
• In today’s marine industry environment, dealership owners can benefit from a flexible and adaptable approach to financial planning. By Tracy Williams, Managing Director – Marine, Huntington Distribution Finance† Key Takeaways: Financial planning and budgeting for marine dealership owners is often viewed as an annual exercise. In the industry’s current environment, uncertainty in prices, spending, […]
National Marine Lenders Association Releases Updated Version of ‘More Boat Less Monthly’
• NMLA to unveil a revised edition of its popular tri-fold publication at MRAA’s Dealer Week Conference and Expo in Tampa, Fla. The NMLA, one of over 147 exhibitors featured at the annual MRAA Dealer Week Conference and Expo in early December, will officially re-launch an updated version of “More Boat Less Monthly.” NMLA lending specialists […]
Briefing Held on Economic Impact of NOAA Vessel Strike Reduction Rule
On November 9, the Congressional Boating Caucus hosted a briefing on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) proposed expansion of the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. The briefing outlined how the proposal would devastate the recreational boating and fishing industries on the Atlantic coast and the communities that depend on them. […]
2024 Boat Shows: Deadline Approaching to Participate in Discover Boating’s Boat Finder
Now is the time to get your brands listed among competitors in Discover Boating’s Boat Finder ahead of the 2024 boat show season—putting your boats in front of potential buyers before, during and after the show. The deadline for uploading boat information is Friday, Nov. 17. This free tool, exclusive to Discover Boating boat show brands, […]
Annapolis Yacht Documentation, Brand Lab Gear, Maxima Boats USA, and Sea Pro Boats Join MRAA as Partner Members
MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 6, 2023 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces the addition of Annapolis Yacht Documentation, Brand Lab Gear, Maxima Boats USA and Sea Pro Boats as Partner Members. Marine manufacturers, suppliers and service providers, through Partner Membership, commit to aligning their brands with the programs and opportunities that MRAA offers […]
MRAA, 700Credit Launch Guide to Fraud Detection & Prevention
MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 2, 2023 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) and 700Credit, an MRAA Education Champion, announce the release of a new MRAA Mini-Guide “Fraud Detection and Prevention in the Marine & Powersports Industry,” to help dealers understand fraud and implement detection tactics to prevent it. “Dealership fraud has become an $8B […]
Discover Boating Site Content Engages Boaters
Discover Boating, powered by MRAA and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), continues publishing timely website content to engage new and experienced boaters, providing tips and information relevant to this time of year. In September, Discover Boating highlighted the top 10 fall boating destinations inspiring new on-water adventures and reinforcing that boating season extends past peak summer […]