The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), North America’s leading boat and sportshow producer, announced today that the 2010 New Orleans Boat & Sportshow has been postponed until 2011 in order to address dealer demands as the boating industry pulls out of the recession.
“There just wasn’t enough critical mass to warrant an acceptable 2010 show for our exhibitors,” said Cathy Rick-Joule, vice president of southern shows.? “We want to continue to be the Gulf Coast’s largest and best boat show and look forward to a new day for our industry and a sustainable and strong 2011 event.”
In addition to the show’s postponement, Barbara Sclafani, who has been with NMMA for 17 years and successfully run the New Orleans Boat & Sportshow as show manager for seven years will retire on November 30.
“Barbara has served and devoted nearly two decades to helping build and produce an excellent show in New Orleans and will be greatly missed as part of our team.? The foundation she built and the reputation she helped create for the show throughout the boating and outdoors community in the Gulf Coast will no doubt ensure a strong and viable show going forward,” noted Rick-Joule.
The 41st annual New Orleans Boat & Sportshow is scheduled to take place January 5-9, 2011 at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center.? A replacement for Barbara Sclafani has not yet been determined.
About the New Orleans Boat & Sportshow
The New Orleans Boat & Sportshow is produced by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).? NMMA is the leading association representing the recreational boating industry. NMMA member companies produce more than 80 percent of the boats, engines, trailers, accessories and gear used by boaters in North America. The association is dedicated to industry growth through programs in public policy, market research and data, product quality assurance and marketing communications.By: Sarah Ryser / NMMA
