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Discover Boating partners with Black Boaters Summit to celebrate diversity and unity on the water

by National Marine Manufacturers Association 21 Jun 2023 16:23 PDT June 18-19, 2023
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The inaugural Black Boaters Summit, which took place June 18-19 at 31st Harbor in Chicago, brought together boating enthusiasts, industry leaders, and advocates for an event celebrating diversity, inclusion, and excellence on the water.

Discover Boating, powered by MRAA and NMMA, partnered with the Summit to help promote diversity, representation and equal opportunities within the boating industry.

"We are excited to support the Black Boaters Summit and help foster a more inclusive boating community," said Kevin Williams, vice president of North American marketing at NMMA. "This partnership is a testament to our shared belief in the transformative power of boating and the importance of diversity in outdoor recreational activities."

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