MMTA ENews Brief: July 14, 2005
  • National Marina Day Reminder
  • New Member Benefit: Staples Business Advantage
  • Boston Int'l In Water Boat Show News
  • Grow Boating Initiative Needs Your Support
  • Boating By The Numbers
  • AMI Dues Reminder
  • Coastal Musings
  • Reminders
  • Have an Item for ENews?
  • E-Mail Changes?
  • Advertise on BoatMA.com
  • Share The Wealth!
  • Refer a Member Today

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Support the MMTA endorsed
fall Boston In Water Boat Show!

Please display this banner with a link to the show [http://www.bostoninwaterboatshow.com] on your web site.



National Marina Day - August 13, 2005

Contact MMTA Public Affairs Director, Nathalie Grady for more information on hosting a National Marina Day event at your location.

It is not too late! Want to find out more about hosting an event at your location on National Marina Day?

Please contact MMTA Public Affairs Director, Nathalie Grady at nkgrady@boatMA.com.

Join in the National Marina Day celebration!



NEW MA MARINE TRADES ASSOCIATION MEMBER BENEFIT

INTRODUCING THE FIRST MMTA BUYING PARTNERSHIP: THE MMTA-STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTAGE PROGRAM

Leveraging our collective buying power and need for simple office supply ordering and competitive pricing, MMTA is pleased to offer this program exclusively to members of the Massachusetts Marine Trades Association.

The deep discounts and dedicated customer service are typically reserved for much larger corporations. Because you are an MMTA member, these discounts are now available to you.

What are the benefits to your marine business?
  • Significant, Automatic and Consistent Savings On Office Supplies, Furniture, Print, Digital Copies, Promotional & Janitorial Needs
  • Consolidated Billing-No Need to Pay As You Go
  • World Class Customer Service & Dedicated MMTA Account Manager
  • Easy Online Ordering at Stapleslink.com or By Phone or Via Facsimile
  • Stapleslink.com features company reporting, returns, shopping lists, 100% price visibility, Comparison of Your Spend v Your Budget
  • 30,000 Items Available-Most For Next Day Delivery
  • Free Next Day Delivery For Orders Over $25
  • Order From Your Desktop: No More Chasing Sales, Clipping Coupons, Applying For Rebates
What about the Staples Reward Program in Which I am already enrolled?

Enrolling in the MMTA-Staples Business Advantage Program offers the deepest discounts each and every day. Enrolling today will save you more money, more often. MMTA-Staples Business Advantage Pricing far outweighs the rebates offered through the Staples Reward Program. If you do need something at a retail Staples location, you will also enjoy quarterly "Customer Appreciation Days" that allows all MMTA Business Advantage members to enjoy significant savings on in store purchases.

How Do I Enroll As An MMTA Member?

It's easy. Visit the MMTA Members Only Section at www.BoatMA.com and click on the Staple Logo. After you complete the online enrollment, an MMTA-Staples Account Manager will contact you to complete the registration process and assist with any questions you have about getting started. It's That Easy!

If you would like additional information about the MMTA-Staples Business Advantage Program, send an e-mail or fax to: Leona.Roach@boatMA.com or (fax) 781.846.0207. Please take a moment to enroll so that you, too, can start to enjoy the longest discounts usually reserved for the largest corporations: another member benefit of the Massachusetts Marine Trades Association.



2005 Boston International In Water Boat Show

The Boston International In Water Boat Show is Boston's only Boat Show with over 200 In-Water Boat Displays and 300 Indoor Boat Displays. This show attract boaters from all over New England, and one of New England's largest, most attractive boat shows. Children under 12 are admitted free with an adult companion and complimentary youth life jackets are available dockside.

Endorsed by the Massachusetts Marine Trade Association, the Boston International In Water Boat Show is Boston's only Fall Boating Event showcasing the latest in boating technology. Over 500 power and sailboats, hardware, engines, and accessories are exhibited by today's marine industry leaders.

ATTENTION MMTA MEMBER EXHIBITORS:

The $250K Boat Buyer's Bonanza is what distinguishes the Boston International In Water Boat Show from all other boat shows in the Northeast.

The Bonanza is a cooperative Reward Program that gives YOUR customers a financial reward for CONCLUDING their boat purchase during the show. No other show offers this kind of incentive to close sales at a boat show.


  • Order Your Exhibitor Reception Tickets Today
  • Before they are sold out!
  • Reception, Entertainment, Hors d'Ĺ“uvres
  • Thursday, September 29, 6:15 PM

Boston International in Water Boat Show-Special Advertising Opportunity

Over 250,000 Impressions of Special Direct Mail and Print Advertising will be distributed in late September. Advertising space is limited so call, 978-777-4439, today for more information.



Marine Retailers Association of America Appeals to Dealers to Support the Grow Boating Initiative

A Message From Phil Keeter, MRAA President:
Since 1971, I've waited for this moment in history. Grow Boating is finally happening; that is, if we get the support we need for the funding model assessment based on engine horsepower. This is the closest the boating industry has ever come to an industry sponsored self-help campaign. We are at the eleventh hour and I'm writing to ask for your support and your help.

I'm asking dealers to do their part by writing, calling or emailing their boat and engine suppliers today. Please let them know that you strongly support the GBI and want them to support Grow Boating and the engine horsepower assessment. This is not a gift. It is an investment in each our businesses and in the future of our industry. Together, we can accomplish what none of us can accomplish alone.

Working together, we can meet the challenge and build a brighter future for boating. The engine horsepower assessment is effective for all shipments beginning July 1. Please contact your boat and engine suppliers today and let them know you support this effort.
Boating By the Numbers1
  • 5.51 Million -- Recreational Boats Registered in US in 1972
  • 9.07 Million -- Recreational Boats Registered in US in 1982
  • 11.13 Million -- Recreational Boats Registered in US in 1992
  • 12.85 Million -- Recreational Boats Registered in US in 2002
  • 151,998 -- Recreational Boats Registered in Massachusetts in 2002
  • 156,121 -- Recreational Boats Registered in Massachusetts in 2003
  • 2.7% -- Growth in Registered Boats in Massachusetts 2002-2003
  • Negligible -- Increase in Slips & Moorings in Massachusetts 2002-2003
  • 6,013 -- New Power Boat Registrations in Massachusetts in 2003
  • 57% -- Outboard Power Percent of Total above in MA in 2003
  • 17% -- Sterndrive Power Percent of Total above in MA in 2003
  • 26% -- Inboard/PWC Power Percent of Total above in MA in 2003
1. Source: National Marine Manufacturer's Association 2003 Registration Statistics



Reminders



E-Mail Changes?

Unlike the US Post Office, the cyberspace postmaster does not forward your e-mail. Has your e-mail address changed? If so, be sure to let us know so you won't miss an issue of MMTA ENews: Send a notice of any email address changes or requests to opt out of future mailings to: webmaster@boatMA.com



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If you do ANY advertising, this is THE place to be! Only for MMTA members, the BOATMA.com web site draws thousands of boaters every single day. There is no better place to get exposure for your marine trades business!
  • Banner Ads are only available to MMTA members at the incredible low cost of $100 per month.

  • Over 250,000 pages visited during the first four months of 2005!

  • BoatMA.com is THE boating site for Massachusetts and New England.

NEW!  MMTA also invites you to sponsor an ENews Brief. We will feature an image and some text about your company right at the top of a ENews Brief like this one, which is sent to all MMTA members. What a great business-to-business opportunity!

Email webmaster@boatma.com or call David, the BoatMA.com webmaster, at 508-240-2533 to sign up today!



SHARE THE WEALTH!

Like what you have read? PLEASE share these ENews briefs with colleagues and staff of MMTA member firms. While emails are sent to one contact at a Member Firm, all employees of member firms can benefit from this information.

HAVE AN ITEM FOR ENEWS? Drop us a line at: Leona.Roach@BoatMA.co



MEMBERSHIPS SUPPORT MMTA

Do you know a firm that should be a Full or Associate member of MMTA? We want your referrals for membership: just drop a note to Membership Committee Chairman Niven Damon at Niven@nivendamon.com or complete a Membership Application On-line.

Late summer is the BEST time to join MMTA: new member applications approved in the Fall of 2005 will be approved for a 15 month membership for the price of 12 months!



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