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CONTENTS

VOLUME 88 | NUMBER 2

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At the Helm
Charting a course for connection by Madelyn Pegg

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Industry Voices
We need your help – join me in Washington D . C . by Bill Yeargin
Dealership Succession
How to plan for smooth dealership succession by Anthony Nasca and Brad Stanek

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MIBS Recap

8 Boating Industry leaves MIBS on a wave of optimism .

Boating Industry ’ s 40 Under 40

12 40 young professionals setting the standard in success across the recreational boating industry

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Market Trends : Outboards
Outboard manufacturers continue to push the boundaries of innovation .
Profiles in Leadership
Wanda Kenton Smith profiles Liz Keener , senior director of dealer development at MRAA .
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