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Charting a Course Through Tariff Uncertainty

Matt Ginsburg, Managing Director, Huntington Distribution Finance†, an MRAA Education Champion The marine industry has long relied on a global supply chain to source key components and materials. That international reach brings efficiency, but it also means that shifts in trade policy, such as tariffs, can introduce cost variability and operational uncertainty. Recent tariffs on […]

What’s Working Now: 12 Proven Retail Tactics from Boat Dealers Like You

• Real-World Dealer Insights from May 2025 Pulse Report You know the market is tightening. While it’s good to focus on your business outcomes, it’s also imperative to explore retail tactics that boost your customer relationship, earn repeat business and trust and enhance your dealership’s reputation.   It’s also important to understand what some of […]

Texas Boating Bill Protects Consumers, Retailers

• Senate Bill 1267 Increases Transparency in Boat Transactions MINNEAPOLIS, June 10, 2025 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA), along with a coalition of recreational boating organizations, commends the state of Texas for enacting Senate Bill 1267, signed into law on May 27 by Gov. Greg Abbott. This bipartisan legislation, classified as […]

5 New Partner Members Join the MRAA

MINNEAPOLIS, March 31, 2025 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces five new Partner Members — Gtechniq Marine, Lahzo, Mannix Marketing, TruVideo and Shore Hitch — joined the association recently. Through Partner Membership, marine manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers showcase their dedication to the industry’s growth and success. By aligning with MRAA’s […]

MRAA Participates in Small Business Legislative Council Fly-in

• MRAA Government Relations Team Meets with White House and Congressional Leadership WASHINGTON, March 24, 2025 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) 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 […]