National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)

📢 Kicking off the 2025 American Boating Congress: A conversation with top industry leaders Join NMMA President & CEO Frank Hugelmeyer, MarineMax President & CEO Brett McGill, and Suntex Marinas CEO & Co-founder Bryan Redmond for the ABC 2025 Opening Session on Tuesday, May 13 at 8:00 a.m. This important discussion will explore how the industry can stay united, focused on advocacy, and prepared for what’s ahead in a shifting economic and regulatory landscape. Topics include: ✅ Managing risk during uncertain times ✅ Enhancing customer and service experience ✅ Looking ahead to future opportunities and challenges 📍ABC is the recreational boating industry’s premier advocacy event, bringing stakeholders together in Washington, D.C. to engage with policymakers and protect the future of boating. 🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Sgdp7w #BoatingCongress #MarineIndustry #Advocacy #RecreationalBoating #NMMA

Tomorrow, May 2, is the last day to register for the American Boating Congress, the recreational boating industry's premier advocacy event. Don't miss the opportunity to hear from industry experts and engage with policy makers. 📌Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gRms_Cf8 https://bit.ly/4lRTEkB

Face-to-face engagement remains one of the most effective ways to build authentic connections—and that’s exactly what Discover Boating, powered by NMMA and Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA), set out to do in its latest initiative. In collaboration with Progressive Insurance, Discover Boating hosted a 3-day, on-the-water experience for lifestyle editors and content creators. The goal: break down barriers, showcase the lifestyle, and grow the next generation of boaters. 📍 Highlights: 🔹Immersive boating experiences designed to reduce intimidation and foster community 🔹Firsthand exposure to boating’s accessibility, relaxation, and emotional value 🔹Strategic media placements with outlets and influencers like Southern Living, @eastcoastcontessa, @jsalas_, and more These experiential activations are key to keeping boating front and center in the outdoor recreation space—helping new audiences see themselves on the water, and ultimately, in the boating community. #DiscoverBoating #OutdoorRecreation #ContentMarketing #BrandExperience #MarineIndustry #RecreationalBoating

Get ready to hear from, Dr. Shawn DuBravac at ABC 2025, one of today’s leading economists and futurists — and gain critical insights to help navigate today’s shifting economy. At American Boating Congress 2025, Dr. DuBravac will break down: 📈 Inflation trends and consumer sentiment 🏦 Interest rates and financial outlooks 👷 Labor market shifts and global trade changes 🔮 What it all means for boating businesses Why it matters: His analysis will help marine manufacturers, retailers, and stakeholders stay ahead in a fast-changing market. 👉 Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/e5y8dJiE #ABC2025 #AmericanBoatingCongress #BoatingIndustry #EconomicOutlook #MarineManufacturing #RecreationalBoating #NMMA

The NMMA’s most prestigious honor celebrates leaders whose lasting contributions have shaped the recreational boating industry. Do you know someone whose vision, innovation, and dedication have made a lasting impact? Nominate them for the 2025 Hall of Fame Award—recognizing excellence, inspiring future leaders, and honoring the legacy of industry trailblazers. 🏆 Award presented during the IBEX's Industry Breakfast in Tampa, FL. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eXU3F6qq #NMMA #BoatingIndustry #Leadership #Innovation #MarineManufacturing #IBEX2025

Sail America kicked off the 11th edition of Sail America’s Industry Conference (SAIC) in Annapolis today. NMMA was pleased to present "How Discover Boating’s Work on Behalf of Our Industry is Designed", which focused on: 💡 Keeping boating top of mind 🤝Connecting consumers with resources ⛵Getting consumers on the water Kevin M. Williams Sail America #DiscoverBoating #RecreationalBoating #ThoughtLeaders #SpeakingEngagements

🌍🌊Today, we celebrate the waterways that bring us together. From clean marina programs and sustainable manufacturing practices to boater education and habitat restoration, the recreational boating industry is proud to play a role in conserving our natural resources. Let’s continue to safeguard the lakes, rivers, and oceans we love. 🚤⚓Learn more about the industry's conservation efforts: https://bit.ly/3whcR4D #EarthDay2025 #BoatingConservation #ProtectOurWaters #RecreationalBoating

Marine Service Technician Week starts today! Join ABYC and the recreational boating community in celebrating the techs who keep us safe on the water 👏👇 #MarineServiceTechWeek #ThankYouMarineTechs

As the recreational boating industry faces shifting economic tides, understanding the sentiments of its leaders has never been more critical. NMMA recently launched the Marine Leadership Barometer, a quarterly survey with the first one fielded for Q1 2025, designed to capture the insights and expectations of its member CEOs and senior executives regarding the industry's current and future state. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ejDH8cSD #Economy #Statistics #RecreationalBoating #SurveyResults #MemberEngagement

🎙️ New Episode Alert — Boating Industry's latest Insider Podcast is live! Host David Gee sits down with Ellen Bradley, NMMA’s SVP of Marketing & Communications and Chief Brand Officer, for a timely conversation on the forces shaping the recreational boating landscape — from inflation and interest rates to shifting consumer confidence and the outlook for the 2025 selling season. They also dive into the role of advocacy and the evolving value of boat shows in today’s market. Don’t miss these key insights from one of the industry’s leading voices. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eTU_xJqf #RecreationalBoating #BoatingIndustry #MarineManufacturing #BoatShows #IndustryInsights #PodcastRecommendations