The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announced that entries for the Duane Spader Leadership Development and Kevin Lodder scholarships can be submitted by Sept. 30.
The educational scholarships are intended to financially assist the career development of marine-industry professionals and promote workforce development within boating.
The Duane Spader Leadership Development Scholarship provides tuition to attend the NCM Associates (formerly Spader Business Management) Dealership Development Program, which spans 15 to 18 months and includes five three-day training sessions. The scholarship honors Spader’s dedication to the boating industry.
The Kevin Lodder Scholarship includes tuition and a travel stipend to attend the NCM Associates Total Management 1 Workshop. The scholarship was established in memory of Lodder, of Lodder’s Marine in Fairfield, Ohio, and honor his passion for the industry and commitment to achieving success through education.
