Essex, CT. – There are job opportunities within the recreational boating segment that are going unfilled, and hundreds of them are here in Connecticut. Statistics from the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas estimate that by 2019, there will be over 30,000 budgeted positions available nationwide but left open within the sector due to a […]
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MRAA and ORR Support Sound Trade Policies, Warn Against Tariff Impacts
While the outdoor recreation industry supports fair international trade policies and efforts to protect U.S. business interests in the global market, recent trade policy developments have threatened continued growth in this critical $673 billion industry. We understand the Administration’s efforts to safeguard U.S. intellectual property and balance unfair trade deficits, however recent tariffs have prompted […]
Communication Is Key, Right?
How many times have we heard the cliché that “communication is key”? Or, that it’s better to over-communicate to avoid misunderstandings? In customer relationships, it is not enough to merely communicate. Here’s a recent experience of mine that I believe proves that how often you are communicating with your customers and what you are actually […]
To attend or not attend MDCE
According to science making a decision is a 7-Step process. Let’s say that’s true for deciding whether to attend MDCE or not. But really, it shouldn’t be that hard. The answer is yes. To humor you and ourselves, we’ll empower you with the information to make this decision, step…by…step… Step 1: Identify the Decision Not […]
MRAA History: Phil Keeter
The 2011 MRAA Annual Conference celebrated the career of Phil Keeter, who retired as MRAA President. Keeter was one of the founders of MRAA and was employed by the association for more than 20 years.
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable Welcomes Final Release of First-Ever Government Statistics on Industry
Washington, D.C. – The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) today welcomed the final report on the first-ever government statistics recognizing the outdoor recreation industry as a significant contributor to the U.S. economy. The report, federally funded by the Departments of the Interior, Agriculture and Commerce, was released today by Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The […]
Member Spotlight: Shawn Easton
MRAA History: Supporters
We can count more than a dozen organizations that were supporting MRAA and its Annual Conference way back when that continue to support us today. That list of leading members has grown tremendously, but our appreciation remains the same.
MRAA and Boating Ontario Join Forces to Extend Reach
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas and Canadian counterpart Boating Ontario have launched a collaborative effort to expand the delivery of resources and tools across borders. In 2011, the MRAA Board of Directors voted to change the MRAA bylaws in efforts to provide more opportunities to Canadian members. First, by changing the name of […]
Resources for Disaster Preparedness and Recovery
From natural occurrences (much like the Hurricanes headed towards shore) to the “freak” events that take you off guard, we never know when disaster is going to hit and put your business in danger. The MRAA team felt the time was right to offer a few resources that can help you prepare or recover after […]
