Capital Administrative Professionals, LLC NORCROSS, GA., July 1, 2024 — APCO Holdings, LLC (APCO), a leading provider and administrator of automotive Finance & Insurance (F&I) products and home to the EasyCare, National Auto Care (now EasyCare), GWC Warranty, and Crystal Fusion brands, has acquired Capital Administrative Professionals, LLC. This strategic acquisition is one of two […]
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Jeff Strong, MRAA Board Chair, Testifies on Capitol Hill
• Testimony Highlights Benefits of MAPOceans Act and H.R. 8704 for Marine Retailers, Emphasizes Concerns Over Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule WASHINGTON, D.C, June 27, 2024 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announces that Jeff Strong, MRAA Board Chair and President of Strong’s Marine, testified before Congress on Capitol Hill regarding the MAPOceans […]
BoatUS Foundation Opens Grant Program for $7.5M Effort to Remove Abandoned and Derelict Vessels (ADVs) from Nation’s Waterways
• From June 10-August 12, organizations are invited to apply for grant funding to clean up their local waterways WHAT:In a nationwide effort to remove abandoned and neglected boats from our nation’s waterways, the Boat Owners Association of the United States (BoatUS) Foundation is seeking qualified, diverse and experienced organizations to submit projects for funding. […]
MRAA Adds 4 New Partner Members in May
The MRAA added four new Partner Members in May 2024 in Blue Ocean Media House, Burnewiin, Chubb and XO Boats.
Centurion & Supreme to Host 2025 Dealer Meeting at Dealer Week
Centurion & Supreme Boats will co-locate their 2025 dealer meeting this December at the MRAA’s 2024 Dealer Week Conference and Expo in Orlando, Fla.
MRAA Unveils New Legislative Tracker Made Possible by Diamond Ambassador Members
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 17, 2024 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas unveils a new legislative tracker, made possible by the support of MRAA’s Diamond Ambassadors. This innovative tool highlights legislation the MRAA is tracking and advocating for or against on behalf of the marine industry. This new addition to the website provides MRAA […]
MasterCraft Boat Company Increases Support to the MRAA Through Platinum Partner Membership
MINNEAPOLIS — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announces that MasterCraft Boat Company, a previously existing Standard Partner of the MRAA, has stepped up its commitment this year to Platinum Partner Membership. Through Platinum Partner Membership, MasterCraft provides significant support for the association while receiving increased marketing exposure, Dealer Week benefits, and the opportunity […]
Representative Cook Named Arizona State Legislator of the Year
The MRAA and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) have presented Arizona State Representative David Cook with the Arizona State Legislator of the Year Award for his support of the recreational boating and fishing industry.
Blazer Boats Supports the MRAA as a Platinum Partner Member
MINNEAPOLIS — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announces that Blazer Boats has joined the MRAA for the first time at the Platinum Partner level. Through Platinum Partner Membership, Blazer Boats provide significant support for the association while receiving increased marketing exposure, Dealer Week benefits and the opportunity to contribute educational content. Commitments from […]
Dealer Concerns Highlighted at Small Business Legislative Council Fly-In
WASHINGTON, D.C., MAY 28, 2024 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas Government Relations Team recently participated in the Small Business Legislative Council (SBLC) fly-in in Washington to discuss small business issues impacting recreational boat dealers and potential regulatory hurdles in the future. Government Relations Director Mike Sayre and Government Relations Manager Chad Tokowicz […]
