Dealer Certification Board

Goal: The Marine Five Star Dealer Certification program is designed to help dealers improve sales, raise the bar on after delivery support, increase profitability, and improve the retail experience for consumers. Dealer Certification elements include a Consumer Bill of Rights, a Matrix of Best Practices, and an independent audit of dealer practices and facilities.

The program is governed by the Dealer Certification Board, whose names appear below.

For more information, please contact:

Terry Leitz
Director, Marine Industry Dealership Certification
231 S. LaSalle Street
Suite 2050
Chicago, IL 60604

Phone: 312.946.6212


 


Board Members

Larry Russo
Owner Russo Marine
Chairman
Carmine Galati
Owner Galiti YachtSales
 
Doug Gomes
P Grady White Boats
Vice Chairman
Martin Clement
VP Regal Marrine Secretary
Tom Johnson
Owner Reeds Marine
Chuck Thompson
Owner South Shore Marine
Steve Potts
President
Scout Boats, Inc.
Chuck Rowe
President Indmar Products
 
Thom Dammrich
President
National Marine Manufacturers Association
Matt Gruhn
President
Marine Retailers Association of America
Terry Leitz
Director MIDC
Phil Keeter
Special Consultant
Marine Retailers Association of America