ABBRA AWARDS HONOURS BILL MUNGER WITH PRESIDENTS AWARD

ABBRA Honours William “Bill” Munger, Founder/Owner of Rhode Island’s Conanicut Marine Services With Prestigious
Dennis Snow President’s Award at the Association’s 2013 Boatyard Business Conference in Fort Lauderdale, FL

At the just concluded Boatyard Business Conference Awards Dinner & 70th Anniversary Celebration, the American Boat Builders & Repairers Association (ABBRA) named William “Bill” Munger the 2013 recipient of the prestigious Dennis Snow President’s Award.  The Award is given for significant and lasting contributions to the boatyard and marine service/repair industry, and Bill Munger joins a distinguished group of industry leaders to have received this honour.
 
ABBRA President Pam Lendzion, in her presentation remarks said, “All of us who know Bill, recognize him as a contributor to the marine industry, his community, and a genuine supporter to all those who have worked with him. Without reservation, I can say that Bill Munger, and his wife May, have worked tirelessly to create and operate a family business that provides top quality service and repair work. In their personal and work lives they operate with honesty and integrity, and do not hesitate to offer their support to others in the industry.”
 
About American Boat Builders & Repairers Association (ABBRA)
Founded in 1943, ABBRA is a national marine trade organization that represents, is dedicated to, and seeks to strengthen and encourage professionalism in the boat building, boat repair, and marine service industry.

To learn more visit:  www.abbra.org

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