Marine Marketers of America (MMA), an organisation for marketing professionals in the recreational marine industry, announced the election of new officers and the appointment of new board members.

Courtney Chalmers, vice president of marketing for Boats Group, will continue her role as president of the association. Abbey Heimensen, vice president of marketing for MarineMax, has been elected as MMA’s vice president.

New board members serving three-year terms include:

·         Brian Chandler, APR, founder & CEO of Commonwealth Public Relations

·         Shelby Kirby, vice president of marketing at Brunswick Boat Group

·         Dana Koman, marketing manager of TACO Marine

·         Stephanie Vatalaro, senior vice president of marketing and communications for the recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation.

“It is an honour to bring on new officers and board members to MMA this year,” Chalmers says. “It is a sign of our growth and continued dedication to the unique needs of our industry that allows us to chart the course ahead. This new team will continue to bring our organisation into the future.”

Chandler brings more than a decade of experience serving clients in the marine industry. For the last two years, Chandler has served as a judge for MMA’s Neptune Awards.

Kirby is a distinguished leader in marketing strategy within the marine industry. She has been honoured multiple times for her forward-thinking mentality when it comes to her work.

Koman has been recognised as part of the 40 under 40 marine industry leaders by Boating Industry in 2020.

Vatalaro brings her professional experience, as well as her passion for sharing the excitement of boating and fishing to the board. She brings her experience in spreading the word on boating safety to the board and the association.

Chalmers says: “I am excited to work alongside a talented and highly esteemed group of industry leaders. It is wonderful to welcome so many key players and to continue serving alongside some of the talented men and women I have served with last year as well.”