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Highlights from National Marine Trades Council (NMTC) Annual Conference

by National Marine Manufacturers Association 6 Aug 10:11 PDT July 22-25, 2024
National Marine Trades Council (NMTC) Annual Conference © National Marine Manufacturers Association

The National Marine Trades Council (NMTC), hosted by the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA), wrapped up its annual conference last week in Stillwater, Minn. The meeting, which took place July 22-25, brought together industry leaders, association representatives, and key stakeholders for a series of insightful discussions, presentations, and networking opportunities.

The conference featured sessions on workforce development, industry advocacy efforts, boat show strategies and best practices, and other association-focused roundtable discussions.

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