AMI
The Association of Marina Industries is the international
trade association of the marina industry. AMI represents
a diverse membership of over 1,500 marinas, boatyards,
yacht clubs, and public/private moorage basins across
the United States and around the world. These companies
provide slip space for over 240,000 recreational watercraft
and employment for over 13,000 marine tradesmen and women.
Suppliers of equipment and services to this industry
complete AMI's membership.
RVDA
The National
Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association is dedicated to
advancing RV retailers’ best interests
through education, member services, industry leadership,
and market expansion programs. RVDA is at the forefront
of dealer-manufacturer issues, state and federal legislation,
the new national Go RVing advertising campaign, and educational
programs covering all aspects of dealer operations. It
also hosts the annual RV Dealers International Convention/Expo,
where IDS regularly has a booth.
RVIA
The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association is a national trade
association that promotes RV travel by providing information to the media and
general public. It represents 550 manufacturers and suppliers producing approximately
98 percent of all RVs and conversion vehicles manufactured in the United States.
RVIA sponsors the National RV Trade Show (which IDS regularly attends), where
industry officials convene to do business with manufacturers, dealers and supplier
companies.
TRVA
The Texas Recreation Vehicle Association is America's first independent RV State Association. TRVA, the voice of the Texas RV industry, represents more than 500 RV dealers, manufacturers, campground/RV parks, suppliers and service firms, all united to promote and protect the RV industry in Texas. Through the years, the membership has grown to more than 500 strong. It is comprised of manufacturers, dealers, campgrounds/parks, suppliers and service firms representing thousands of employees. These members have the option to participate in active local chapters for closer ties within a geographical area.