It’s been a wild ride for your business these past few years. For a while there, the boat market was incredibly favorable (when you could get boats in inventory), and you were enjoying some healthy profit margins. But today, it’s time to face the reality of a changing market. If you’re anything like your peers, […]
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Dealer Week 2023 Registration Opens
Under the theme of “RECALIBRATE: Learn. Adapt. Transform.”, Dealer Week 2023 provides dealers with educational programs, up-to-date training from industry experts, as well as exclusive access an expansive expo hall packed with boating’s leading manufacturers, suppliers and service providers.
Recreational Fishing and Boating Community Opposes Vessel Speed Restrictions in the Gulf of Mexico
• Collaboration Needed in Conserving Rice’s Whales WASHINGTON, D.C. July 18, 2023 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas and other leading organizations representing the recreational fishing and boating industry urged the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to reject a petition to establish a year-round 10-knot (11 mph) vessel speed limit and other […]
Discover Boating Introduces ‘A Way of Life: A Float On Story’ Video Series
Discover Boating, powered by the National Marine Manufacturers Association and MRAA, recently launched a new video series, “A Way of Life: A Float On Story,” which features the story of David Callejas, owner of Float On Boat Rentals in Austin, Texas, and his family’s boating journey. The new series will be distributed across emerging Hispanic and national […]
Skier’s Choice to Host National Dealer Meeting at Dealer Week 2023
TAMPA, FLORIDA, July 11 — Skier’s Choice recently announced it has selected the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas’ (MRAA) Dealer Week Conference & Expo as the location of its annual dealer meeting this December. The meeting will take place in the days leading up to Dealer Week 2023, held Dec. 4-7 at the Tampa […]
Tips and Resources for Summer Boaters
• Discover Boating shares timely web and social content with consumers interested in boating tips, resources and ways to get on the water With summer in full swing, boating is top of mind as many Americans prioritize experiences, outdoor recreation and work-life balance. Discover Boating, powered by MRAA and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), is sharing […]
Outer Armor, SureShade, Viaggio Commit to MRAA as Partner Members
MINNEAPOLIS, — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces the addition of Outer Armor by Commercial Sewing, SureShade and Viaggio Pontoon Boats as Partner Members. Marine manufacturers, suppliers and service providers, through Partner Membership, commit to aligning their brands with the programs and opportunities that MRAA offers in its efforts to fuel the […]
Shurhold Industries Steps Up MRAA Commitment as Platinum Partner Member
MINNEAPOLIS — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announced today that Shurhold Industries, an MRAA Member Benefit Provider, has increased its level of support to a Platinum Partner Member. Through Platinum Partner Membership, Shurhold Industries supports the MRAA’s programs and the opportunities we provide the dealer body in an effort to fuel the success […]
ZiiDMS Commits to MRAA Platinum Partner Membership
MINNEAPOLIS — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announced today that ZiiDMS is joining the Association for the first time as a Platinum Partner Member. Through Platinum Partner Membership, ZiiDMS supports the MRAA, its programs and the opportunities the association provides the dealer body in an effort to fuel the success of the industry. […]
Advocacy & Boating Safety
As a dealer, customers look to you as a leader within the recreational boating community, and for that reason it is important you champion safe boating practices and compliance with all state and local laws and regulations. Ultimately, we want you to feel confident as a business owner and your customers to feel the same […]
