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.
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Wendy Ramsey
Co-Chair
Pirate Cove Marine Inc. / RBK Distribution Inc.
General Manager
Kemptville, Ontario, Canada
James Cimino
Sierra Hills Mobile Marine
Owner
Auburn, CA
Justin Dysert
Taylor’s South Shore Marina
Lead Sales Consultant
Waynesville, OH
Briley Phillips
Phil Dill Boats
Sales Associate
Lewisville, TX
Zack Ryden
Ryden Marine & Minocqua Yamaha
Controller
Minocqua, WI
Jon Stovall
General Sales Manager- Ocean Blue Yacht Sales
Stuart, FL
Ashlynn LaLonde Olson
Hutchinson’s Boat Works, Inc.
Vice President
Alexandria Bay, NY
Heather Mess
MarineMax, Inc.
National Marine Manager
Clearwater, FL
Will Monson
Moose Landing/Marina Holdings
General Sales Manager
Naples, ME
Kenda Kennard
Industry Representative
Huntington Distribution Finance
Business Development Representative
Shaumburg, IL
Krista Sparkes
Industry Representative
SmokerCraft Inc.
Director – NorthEast US, Mid Atlantic US, SouthEast US, MidSouth US, Midwest East US & Canada
New Paris, IN
Sarah Korbel
MRAA
Events & Operations Manager
Minneapolis, MN
763-333-2418
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.