MINNEAPOLIS, May 29 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) is excited to announce MJM Yachts, a premier builder of luxury performance yachts, as its newest Platinum Partner. This partnership highlights MJM’s commitment to supporting marine retailers and advancing the boating lifestyle through innovation, dealer collaboration and premium customer experiences. As a Platinum […]
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MRAA Speaks Out Against Key Ban in Minnesota
In 2023, Minnesota legislators passed a ban on consumer products with certain levels of lead and cadmium, including jewelry, toys, cosmetics, kitchenware and art supplies. The law also included keys. With the ban set to take effect, many businesses are in a difficult position since workable alternatives are not available or commercially viable at this […]
MRAA Advocates for Marine Retailers in Minnesota Boat Wrap Stewardship Program
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) has provided feedback on the proposed Minnesota Boat Wrap Stewardship Plan, aiming to ensure that the program minimizes the financial and operational impact on marine retailers across the state. In a comment letter submitted to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and the Commercial and Industrial Flexible […]
Qwest Pontoons Commits to Platinum Partner Membership
MINNEAPOLIS, April 29 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces that Qwest Pontoons commits to Platinum Partner Membership with the association. As a new Platinum Partner Member of the MRAA, Qwest Pontoons has joined like-minded marine businesses who are committed to driving innovation and supporting long-term growth within the dealer network. By […]
Radian IoT, Northpoint Commercial Finance Launch New Pilot Program to Support Marine Supply Chain Management
March 27, 2025, Alpharetta, GA. – Radian IoT and Northpoint Commercial Finance announce a new groundbreaking pilot program leveraging Radian IoT’s state-of-the-art GPS tracking technology for direct testing among select Northpoint OEM and dealer customers. This pilot program featuring a sampling of Northpoint customers is designed to test the delivery of real-time insights into OEM […]
New Safe Boating Video Series from Discover Boating
• New video (E1S4) of the boating safety series offers tips for boaters on preparing their boat for new season ahead Discover Boating, powered by the NMMA and the MRAA, is helping you to engage your customers, offering a series of boating safety video that educate and connect with the next generation of boaters. These […]
Successful F&I Operations, Whether In-House or Outsourced
By Robert Grant, Associate Director of OEM Business Development, Lightspeed In the marine industry, dealerships are like the old Transformers cartoons — “there’s more than meets the eye” when it comes to running them. While selling boats is a foundational piece of the puzzle, having successful F&I operations is a key piece to the overall […]
Lender Mix is Key to Your F&I Success
By Jared Zimlin, Director of Business Development, Elite Recreational Finance, an MRAA Education Champion You’ve likely faced some tough challenges in F&I that directly dampen your sales potential. These hurdles, from limited lender options and higher interest rates to tightening guidelines and aged inventory being devalued, are difficult to navigate alone. Let’s take a closer […]
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 […]
Spectrum Color Commits to Platinum Partner Membership
BROOKLYN PARK, March 24 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces Spectrum Color commits to Platinum Partner Membership and will be exhibiting at Dealer Week 2025 in Tampa, Fla. As a Platinum Partner Member of the MRAA, Spectrum Color plays an essential role in supporting the growth and success of the marine […]