September is National Preparedness Month

"Be Disaster Aware, Take Action to Prepare"

The month of September is National Preparedness Month. The MTA/NJ wants all members to be well prepared in the event of another major storm or weather event. One major lesson learned from Hurricane Sandy is that it is extremely important to take the time to review operations and evaluate how prepared you are. Included below are some useful resources:

If you would like to share preparedness tips with your customers, share the Boat U.S. Hurricane Preparation for Boaters. Here is the direct link: http://www.boatus.com/hurricanes/boaterprep.asp

Below are some additional links from the National campaign at Ready.gov:

Support & Participate in Industry Produced Boat Shows

Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo - September 19-21, 2014, FirstEnergy Park, Home of the Lakewood BlueClaws

The 6th Annual Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo will be cruising into FirstEnergy Park - Home of the Lakewood BlueClaws, September 19-21, 2014. There is still time to sign up to be a part of the show. Click here for an exhibitor application.

The show has grown in size each year since it began in 2009. This year is no exception as there will be more boats and more dealers participating in the show than ever before. For a full listing of the current exhibitors, click here.

Seeking More Exposure for Your Business?

There are many sponsorship opportunities to obtain exposure for your business. Click here to learn more about the sponsorship packages.

A number of enhancements are already set for this year, including:

Live Radio Broadcast during the show
On-field Activities for kids giving them a unique experience to be out on the field
Complimentary Ticket Promo targeting boat buyers
Increased advertising, marketing, and much more!

If you have any questions at all feel free to give us a call at 732-292-1051 or send an email to info@jerseyboatexpo.com.

Sign up now to be a part of the New Jersey Boat Sale & Expo on February 19-22, 2015 at the New Jersey Convention & Expo Center in Edison

For your review is the 2015 event layout, rates and application. As you can see by the layout, bulk spaces have been reserved pending renewal by the exhibitor contracted for the space in the 2014 show. The show was sold out last year so please be sure to return contracts as soon as possible. Exhibitors must be signed up by October 1, 2014 with a 50% deposit to retain their spaces. After October 1st, exhibit space will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Click here for the 2015 Show Layout

Click here for the 2015 Exhibitor Application

If you have any questions at all feel free to give us a call at 732-292-1051 or send an email to info@jerseyboatexpo.com.

Progressive Insurance Atlantic City Boat Show

February 4-8, 2015

The MTA/NJ Proudly Endorses and participates in The Progressive Atlantic City Boat Show, which is being held February 4-8, 2015 at the Atlantic City Convention Center.

For more information about the AC Boat Show, please visit: ACBoatShow.com

For information on exhibiting in the show, click here.

MTA/NJ Annual Golf Outing Benefiting the Education Foundation

October 7, 2014, Sea Oaks Country Club, Little Egg Harbor, NJ

Make your plans today to participate in the MTA/NJ Annual Golf Outing scheduled for Tuesday, October 7, 2014, at Sea Oaks Country Club in Little Egg Harbor Township. Click on make your reservation to join us. Proceeds from the outing will benefit the MTA/NJ Education Foundation.

This annual golf outing provides our members with an opportunity to enjoy a day of golf while networking with fellow marine business owners and operators.

The event is always a great time and is very reasonably priced considering the quality of the golf course, the BBQ luncheon, on-course refreshments, cocktail hour, open bar and the awards dinner.

Not able to Join for a Day of Golf?

If you are not able to golf that day, you can offer your support through a sponsorship, product donation or by joining us for dinner. Any level of support is greatly appreciated!

No Experience? No Problem!

All levels of players are welcome! The format is best ball scramble format, so you do not need to be a pro to participate.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Sponsoring the golf outing is an affordable and easy way to promote your business, your products and services. You can be a hole sponsor for just $250 or purchase a sponsorship package to golf and sponsor the event too.

2013 Golf Outing Another affordable way to promote your business and show your support is to donate a goodie bag item or door prize. These include logo key chains, pens, pencils, visors, rulers, hats or anything you may have with your logo on it to promote your business. Door Prizes can include gift certificates to local restaurants and stores, sporting tickets, products from your stores, etc. For more information, click on the Sponsorship Flyer.

Click here to Register!

Boating Industry State of the

Industry Webinar Available to Download

If you missed the State of the Industry Webinar, you can still hear from Boating Industry and a panel of experts on where the industry has been and where it is headed in the future. Take a deep dive into the statistics and trends shaping the marine industry. In this companion to the popular Market Data Book, you'll be able to hear from the experts at the National Marine Manufacturer's Association, Info-Link, Spader Business Management and Dominion as they share exclusive data and insight.

View the Archived Webinar Here

SAVE THE DATE: MTA/NJ Networking Event

Bay View Terrace Restaurant at Key Harbor Marina, Waretown, NJ

Mark your calendar to join us at Bay View Terrace at Key Harbor Marina in Waretown to network, chat with other marine business owners and operators and obtain important updates from the Association. MTA/NJ networking events have proved to be very successful. They are casual and provide a great forum for members to talk to each other about business and industry issues, ask questions, share ideas, meet with customers, obtain new business and learn more about current Association efforts and events.

Registration will open later this month!

In This Issue

Sept. is National Preparedness Month

Support & Participate in the MTA/NJ Upcoming Boat Shows

Attend the 18th Annual MTA/NJ Golf Outing

Boating Industry State of the Industry Webinar

SAVE THE DATE: Networking Event on Oct. 23

MTA/NJ Website Highlight

The Career Center is a feature on the MTA/NJ website for members use to post job openings as well as look at prospective candidates for job openings. Job posting is always free for MTA/NJ Members.

To post your job, click here.

MTA/NJ Member Messages Advertising

If you are interested in advertising your business on the Member Messages, please, click here to view our Advertising Order Form. If you have any questions at all, please contact the office at 732-292-1051.

IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS

September 19-21, 2014 - Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo, FirstEnergy Park - Home of the Lakewood BlueClaws, Lakewood

October 7, 2014 - Annual Golf Outing, Sea Oaks Country Club, Little Egg Harbor Twp.

October 23, 2014 - Informational Networking Event, Bay View Terrace Restaurant at Key Harbor Marina, Waretown

Click here for Full 2014 Calendar of Events

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