Tag: Brenda Cline Kereakes

From Clicks to Closings: Turning Digital Leads into F&I Profit

By Brenda Cline-Kereakes, Chief Operating Officer at Line\5, an MRAA Platinum Partner Your dealership’s digital marketing efforts are designed to capture attention, generate leads and drive traffic to your showroom. But turning those online clicks and digital leads into actual sales is only the beginning. The real opportunity lies in integrating finance and insurance (F&I) […]

Modernizing Marine F&I: How Digital Marketing and Technology Are Driving Profit and Customer Loyalty

By Brenda Cline-Kereakes, CEO of Line\5, an MRAA Platinum Partner The marine retail industry is evolving. Buyers are more informed, more connected and expect seamless experiences at every stage of their journey — from researching a boat online to finalizing their purchase and financing options. As marine dealers work to keep up with these expectations, […]

6 Benefits of an F&I Department

• The Critical Role of F&I Departments in Marine Dealerships: Enhancing Profitability and Customer Satisfaction By Brenda Cline-Kereakes, COO, Line\5 In the marine industry, delivering an exceptional customer experience is just as crucial as selling boats. Yet, many dealerships overlook one of the most powerful tools for ensuring customer satisfaction, financial stability and long-term profitability […]

Line\5 Financing Company Increases MRAA Support as Platinum Partner Member 

MINNEAPOLIS, DECEMBER 6, 2024– The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announces Line\5, a leading F&I provider in the automotive, RV, powersports and marine industries, has strengthened its support by upgrading to a Platinum Partner Membership for 2025. As a Platinum Partner, Line\5 provides significant support for the association while receiving increased marketing exposure, Dealer […]