Young Leaders Advisory Council
The MRAA Young Leaders Advisory Council (YLAC) exists to elevate the boating industry for both consumers and stakeholders through conscientious involvement with the MRAA as young marine professionals.
With a fresh perspective, YLAC members are ambassadors who aspire to influence the business, shape future initiatives, and evolve into future industry leaders.
Wendy Ramsey
Chair
General Manager, Maple Leaf Marinas
J Hurless
Vice Chair
Owner, Reeder-Trausch Marine
Ally Stacy
Advisor
Marketing Manager, Strong's Marine
Andrew Schraedly
Advisor
Co-Owner and Business Development Manager, Schraedly Marine Inc/Charles Mill Marina
Braden Panasiuk
Advisor
General Manager, Gibbons Motor Toys
Hayden Hall
Advisor
Sales Manager, Hall's Sport Center
James Cimino
Advisor
Owner, Sierra Hills Mobile Marine
Jon Stovall
Advisor
Sales Consultant/Licensed Broker, OneWater
Justin Dysert
Advisor
Sales & Finance Manager, Taylor's South Shore Marina
Krysta Taylor
Advisor
Service & Parts Manager, GA Checkpoint
Mike Madonna
Advisor
Businesss Manager, Brinson Marine
Wes Bonekemper
Advisor
Sales Manager, Hern Marine
Will Monson
Advisor
General Sales Manager, Moose Landing Marina
Estephanie Herrera
Industry Representative
President, E H2O Marine
TJ Koscak
Industry Representative
Dealer Direct Sales Manager, Boatmate Trailers
Carolyn Howell
MRAA Staff Representative
Online Education Specialist, MRAA
YLAC Mission
The mission of the YLAC is to supplement and support the mission of the Board of Directors of the MRAA. YLAC provides guidance as to the current state of the marine retailers’ day-to-day operations, both in challenges and opportunities. YLAC strives to set the example in identifying, inspiring, recruiting and onboarding key younger generation members to participate in the association, facilitating the future growth and success of MRAA.
YLAC Downloadable Resources
Download “Why Join MRAA” Flyer
Incentives and Discounts Flyer
A resource for Dealers to share with nonmembers to show the value of MRAA Membership from a financial/benefits perspective.
Why Work In Boating Flyer
A resource for Dealers to bring to Career Fairs, Boat Shows, etc to recruit people to our industry.