The late Darlene Briggs of Wayzata, Minnesota was admired for her tireless dedication to the marine industry. To honor her memory, the Darlene Briggs Woman of the Year was founded. It is presented annually to an outstanding woman who is actively involved in the marine industry at any level. It recognizes long and devoted service, untiring commitment, and the advancement of women in the marine business!

The Board of the Marine Retailers Association of America (MRAA), the members of 20 Group 102 and Boating Industry Magazine join hands to present the Darlene Briggs Woman of the Year Award. The recipient of this award will receive a trophy furnished by Boating Industry Magazine. She will also receive an honorarium ($1,000) presented by the Darlene Briggs Memorial Fund to be used toward her continuing education. Boating Industry Magazine will publicize the presentation and feature the successful candidate in an issue following the MRAA Convention.

Nominations for the Darlene Briggs Marine Woman of the Year Award are now open. Nominations include women involved in all facets of the marine industry – dealerships, representatives, manufacturing. The award will be presented during the upcoming MRAA annual convention in Las Vegas, November 17th – 19th.

All nominations must be received by September 10, 2008.

You can download, print and fax the nomination form (PDF format) or use our online form.