Three Service Providers Commit to MRAA Partnership in January

The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas is pleased to announced that Avonbrook Software Solutions, Honda Marine and Markel have committed to the MRAA at the Partner level.

Through Partner Membership, marine manufacturers, suppliers and service providers commit to align their brands with the programs and opportunities that MRAA works to provide the dealer body in order to help fuel the success of the industry. Support from Partners allows the Association to expand its offerings and create a positive, long-term impact for marine retailers.

Avonbrook Software Solutions
“Avonbrook is excited to enter this partner membership with MRAA and looks forward to bringing increased operational efficiency, profitability and user experience to marine dealers as we have done for new franchise car dealerships in Ireland since 1990,” said Aubrey Swinson, Avonbrook Software Solutions VP of Sales.

Avonbrook Software Solutions is a developer and provider of Dealer Management Systems to the automotive sector with an emphasis on niche segments, including boating. They pride themselves on cultivating a strong understanding of their customers’ unique business practices and requirements, resulting in delivery of fully integrated solutions that promote maximum profitability, professionalism and growth.

Honda Marine
For more than 40 years, Honda Marine has aimed to create cutting edge outboards while staying true to its core attributes of durability, quiet operation, quality and reliability.

Markel
Tim Lucas, Director of Underwriting & Production at Markel Marine, commented, “I cannot express how much Markel Marine appreciates the opportunities that our new partnership with the MRAA will provide. This partnership allows us to support its members in their efforts to grow their businesses and make their facilities a safer environment to both work and play.”

Markel Corporation is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance and investment operations and seeks to deliver innovative products and deliver consistent and responsive customer service to all of its clients worldwide.


About the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas
At the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas, we believe that for the marine industry to thrive, the retail organizations that interact with the boaters in their community must thrive. With that in mind, MRAA works to create a strong and healthy boating industry by uniting those retailers, providing them with opportunities for improvement and growth, and representing them with a powerful voice. For more information, contact us at 763-315-8043.