Young Leaders Advisory Council​ (YLAC)

To elevate the boating industry for both consumers and stakeholders through conscientious involvement with the MRAA as young marine professionals. YLAC members are ambassadors who aspire to influence the business, shape future initiatives, and evolve into future industry leaders.

Young Leaders Advisory Council Chair

Wendy Ramsey

Chair
General Manager, Maple Leaf Marinas

J Hurless

Chair
Owner, Reeder-Trausch Marine

Andrew Schraedly

Co-Chair
Co-Owner and Business Development Manager, Schraedly Marine Inc/Charles Mill Marina

Ally Stacy

Advisor
Marketing Manager, Strong's Marine

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
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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

Wes Bonekemper

Advisor
Sales Manager, Hern Marine

Will Monson

Advisor
General Sales Manager, Moose Landing Marina

Estephanie Herrera

Industry Representative
President, E H2O Marine

Open Seat

Advisor

Sarah Korbel

MRAA Staff Representative
Events & Operations Manager, MRAA

YLAC Mission

YLAC’s mission is to supplement and support the mission of the Board of Directors of the MRAA by providing insights related to the current state of marine retailers’ day-to-day operations (challenges and opportunities), and by identifying, inspiring, recruiting, and onboarding younger-generation members to participate in the association — facilitating the future growth and success of the MRAA.

View YLAC Eligibility & Council Expectations

Interested in applying or nominating someone? 

Our application window closes October 16, 2026! Click the button below to get started. 

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.

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