MINNEAPOLIS — The National Marine Distributors Association, a trade association representing wholesale distributors of marine accessories, has signed on as a Platinum Member of the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas, the highest level of support for the association. “Both NMDA and MRAA see tremendous opportunity for industry growth through increased collaboration throughout the […]
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Sam Dantzler to return to MDCE 2013
MINNEAPOLIS – The Marine Dealer Conference & Expo announced today that it has signed Sam Dantzler, a noted speaker and sales expert who works primarily with Harley-Davidson and Triumph Motorcycles dealers, to present two separate sessions at this year’s educational conference. Dantzler, who presented two topics at the 2012 MDCE, was the highest-rated speaker in […]
STO: Dealer conference plans 2013 pre-event workshops
From Soundings Trade Only:The Marine Dealer Conference & Expo, which has seen a 173 percent increase from the number of registrants prior to May 1, 2012, announced it will feature an all-new series of pre-conference workshops at its 2013 event, set for Nov. 17-20 in Orlando, Fla. The new series will feature seven workshops and […]
MasterCraft signs on as MRAA Premier Partner
MINNEAPOLIS — MasterCraft Boat Company, a manufacturer of luxury inboard wakeboarding, water skiing, and wakesurfing powerboats, recently signed on as a Premier Partner Member of the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas. “MasterCraft and MRAA share a passion for providing dealers with tools to raise their game,” says Parker Stair, VP of Sales and Marketing […]
Irwin Marine Renews as Retail Premium Member
MINNEAPOLIS – Irwin Marine, a full service marina and authorized dealer for Sea Ray Boats, Berkshire pontoon boats, Sea-Doo, Stingray, and Meridian Yachts, has renewed its membership as a Retail Premium Member, the highest level a retailer can support the association at. “The MRAA has always strived for the industry’s well-being, but something is changing […]
Marine Dealer Technologies joins MRAA as Partner Member
MINNEAPOLIS – Marine Dealer Technologies, a web-based tech company offering cutting-edge tools for dealers, has signed on as a Partner Member of the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas. “With the rapid expansion of technology over the past few years, the marine industry is experiencing somewhat of a shift in finding tools that offer a […]
MDCE introduces Pre-Conference Workshops
MINNEAPOLIS – Organizers of the Marine Dealer Conference & Expo announced today that it will feature an all-new series of Pre-Conference Workshops at the 2013 event. This offering is designed to give marine retailers access to hands-on training sessions by leading educators, where they’ll explore and ultimately create new opportunities for their businesses. Featuring seven […]
More than 250 people already registered for 2013 MDCE!
MINNEAPOLIS – With more than six months to go before the start of the 2013 Marine Dealer Conference & Expo, more than 250 marine industry professionals have already registered to attend the event. The 251 registrants represent a new record — by a long shot — for the MDCE at this point in the year. […]
More than 120 already registered for MDCE
With one week to go before the April promotion for the Marine Dealer Conference & Expo expires, the event has already set a record for the number of attendees registered before May 1. To date more than 120 people have registered for the 2013 MDCE, which will be held Nov. 17-20 in Orlando, Fla. See […]
MDCE educational content ascending to new level
Organizers of the 2013 Marine Dealer Conference & Expo are investing in the event’s educational program at a higher level than ever before, with plans underway to offer an expanded line-up of speakers and topics. As part of this initiative, more than 120 topics from 100-plus potential speakers are being entertained for the 2013 Marine […]
