MRAA welcomes aboard seven new Partner Members

MRAA Partner Member

Oct 17, 2023

The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces the addition of Avid Boats, DIAN Motors, LaVictoire Finance, NauticStar, OneSource Financial, Phoenix Trailers, and Renaissance Marine Group as Partner Members.

Marine manufacturers, suppliers and service providers, through Partner Membership, commit to aligning their brands with the programs and opportunities that MRAA offers in its efforts to fuel the success of the marine industry. Support from Partners allows the Association to expand its offerings and create a positive, long-term impact on MRAA members’ business.

· Avid Boats (Armory, Miss.) are aluminum boats built by fishermen, for fishermen, with the best fishing experience in mind.

· DIAN Motors, Inc. (Ottawa, Ontario) is a distributor of electric two-wheeled vehicles and recreational products in the U.S. and Canada.

· LaVictoire Finance (Annapolis, Md.) works exclusively with industry leaders, allowing them to create customized finance plans based on unique circumstances.

· NauticStar (Armory, Miss.) is a world-renowned innovator, designer and manufacturer of performance fishing and durable deck boats.

· OneSource Financial (Auburn, N.Y.) is a lending service and product provider to auto, RV, camper, marine and powersport dealerships.

· Phoenix Trailers (East Jordan, Mich.) is a recognized provider of custom boat trailers known for their exceptional craftsmanship, innovation and reliability.

· Renaissance Marine Group, Inc. (Clarkston, Wash.) is a rapidly growing designer, builder and marketer of welded, heavy-gauge adventure boats.

“These companies demonstrate leadership in their respective industries by joining as Partner Members,” says Allison Gruhn, MRAA Vice President of Business Development. “They exemplify the diverse and dynamic ecosystem that makes the marine industry so vibrant.”

Dealer members are encouraged to explore the list of companies that actively support the MRAA across four partnership levels. View the full list.

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