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.

Young Leaders Advisory Council Chair

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
Workforce - How to Motivate, Cultivate and Maintain a New Generation of Employees

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

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.

View YLAC Eligibility & Council Expectations

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.