NMMA Assembles Marketing Dream Team for 2016 Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show, Names Global Agency Crispin Porter + Bogusky and Vine Communications Agencies of Record

Miami, Fla. – April 14, 2015 – The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) announced today its creative and media relations partners for the 75th Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show, taking place February 11-15, 2016 at its new location – Miami Marine Stadium Park and Basin. The show’s official creative partner is global agency, Crispin Porter + Bogusky, and for the third consecutive year, its PR agency of record is Vine Communications, Inc. Ad Strategies, the media buying agency of record for NMMA boat and sportshows, will continue the media buying for Miami in 2016.

“We’re thrilled to partner with CP+B and Vine Communications to create a new Miami International Boat Show for the industry and attendees and elevate its status as one of the world’s greatest boat shows,” stated Thom Dammrich, president of the NMMA. “Having a powerhouse global creative team coupled with astute communications professionals who understand the Miami market gives the NMMA invaluable assets to re-position the boat show brand in its new location and raise the bar on marketing efforts.”

Crispin Porter + Bogusky is a global agency with a Miami-based team of creative problem solvers specializing in developing and redefining iconic brands. Crispin Porter + Bogusky was named the Agency of the Decade between 2001 and 2010 by Advertising Age. For more information about Crispin Porter + Bogusky, visit http://www.cpbgroup.com.

Vine Communications has been helping brands cultivate a following since 2006. The travel and hospitality PR firm works with the best-of-the-best, building credibility and creatively connecting clients with target audiences. For information on Vine Communications, please visit www.vinecommunicationsinc.com.

For more information on the Miami International Boat Show, please visit www.miamiboatshow.com.

 
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About the Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Show: The Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Show is produced by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), the world’s largest producer of boat shows and 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 and anglers throughout the U.S. and Canada. The association is dedicated to industry growth through programs in public policy advocacy, market statistics and research, product quality assurance and promotion of the boating lifestyle. For more information, visit www.nmma.org.
 
About NMMA: National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is the leading association representing the recreational boating industry in North America. NMMA member companies produce more than 80 percent of the boats, engines, trailers, accessories and gear used by boaters and anglers throughout the U.S. and Canada. The association is dedicated to industry growth through programs in public policy advocacy, market statistics and research, product quality assurance and promotion of the boating lifestyle. For more information, visit www.nmma.org.
 
 
 
Media Contact:
Sasha Hlozek
Vine Communications, Inc.
P: 305.447.8678 ext. 102