Marina Association of Texas

Marina Association of Texas The Marina Association of Texas is a non-profit, volunteer organization composed of marinas on the inland and coastal waters of Texas. M.A.T.

The Marina Association of Texas is a non-profit, volunteer organization composed of marinas on the inland and coastal waters of Texas, as well as Association members who firms supply products and services to marinas. The Marina Association of Texas (M.A.T.) was organized in January of 1973 with a mission to improve, protect, and advance the interest of the marina industry in Texas. It was initiate

d through the Sea Grant Program of Texas A&M University. was the first association of its kind in the nation. Members come together to share their ideas, knowledge and experiences for the mutual benefit of all within the industry. is directed by a Board of Directors elected by the members with officers also elected by the membership. currently has a part time staff person as it seeks to grow and serve the members.

Lake Austin Marina!!!!
12/04/2025

Lake Austin Marina!!!!

Congrats to the 2025 Marina of the Year Winners!

LARGE MARINA OF THE YEAR
Nine Marina • Eufaula, Oklahoma

SMALL MARINA OF THE YEAR
Lake Austin Marina • Austin, Texas

BUILDING AND GROWING
Meridian Marina • Palm City, Florida

CUSTOMER SERVICE
Newport Harbor Association • Cleveland, Ohio

BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Riverside Marine • Essex, Maryland

05/02/2025
Another Marina Association of Texas Board Member, Tara Carr, our Secretary Treasurer from Lake Austin Marina also snagge...
02/14/2025

Another Marina Association of Texas Board Member, Tara Carr, our Secretary Treasurer from Lake Austin Marina also snagged a The Docks Expo Young Leader Award! 👏

Congrats to Tara Carr, Marina Manager + Property Manager at Lake Austin Marina, for being a 2024 Young Leader Award winner!

As the manager of the marina, Tara has demonstrated exceptional leadership, driving consistent customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Her innovative approach and implementation of eco-friendly initiatives, including achieving Clean Texas Marina status, highlight her dedication and make her highly deserving of this award.

So proud of board member Chris Fontana from VIP Marina on Lake Travis for his Young Leader Award from The Docks Expo!
02/14/2025

So proud of board member Chris Fontana from VIP Marina on Lake Travis for his Young Leader Award from The Docks Expo!

Congrats to Christopher Fontana, Operations & Rentals Manager at A.C. VIP Marinas, for being a 2024 Young Leader Award winner!

Christopher joined VIP as a dockhand in 2016, advanced to captain in 2018, and became a lead captain by 2022 before transitioning into a leadership role as Marina Operations and Rental Manager in 2023. He has streamlined rental operations by implementing a paperless system that saved over $20K, improved Marina AR collection to nearly zero in 2024, and continues to enhance training with a fun and engaging approach while preparing for a future General Manager role.

Congrats to the Young Leader Award winners from last weeks Docks Expo in Nashville! Proud to see a couple Texans in the ...
12/19/2024

Congrats to the Young Leader Award winners from last weeks Docks Expo in Nashville! Proud to see a couple Texans in the mix including MAT board member Tara Carr and Chris + Tiffinay from VIP Marina on Lake Travis 🥳👏

🏆 This year's Young Leader Award winners were announced at in Nashville last week. Congrats to all of the winners! Starting in the New Year, we'll highlight each winner individually on the Docks Expo page.

View a full listing of winners here > docksexpo.com/young-leader-award/

Any Texas folk headed to Nashville for The Docks Expo this year!?
12/04/2024

Any Texas folk headed to Nashville for The Docks Expo this year!?

is just ONE WEEK AWAY! Still need to register? Sign up online to save time onsite > https://bit.ly/3ydsqRh

Congratulations, Alex!!
12/04/2024

Congratulations, Alex!!

Congratulations to the newest Certified Marina Managers!

Tyler Miller, CMM Safe Harbor Marina Bay
Kendra Andrews, CMM Safe Harbor Kings Point
Scott Carpenter, CMM Safe Harbor Fiddler's Cove
John Boone, CMM Safe Harbor Onset Bay
Gabi Muskett, CMM Washington Sailing Marina
Noah Flaherty, CMM Safe Harbor Hawthorne Cove
Alex Broat, CMM Rough Hollow Yacht Club and Marina

The 52nd annual Marina Association of Texas will have its Keynote Address by Todd Cory Saylor! Will you be joining us th...
09/16/2024

The 52nd annual Marina Association of Texas will have its Keynote Address by Todd Cory Saylor! Will you be joining us this October in League City, Texas at South Shore Harbor Resort!?

03/24/2024

REMINDER: Our Scholarship Application Window is open! It will close on April 1, 2024. Dependents and/or spouses of fallen or disabled military and first responders can apply. Please visit https://foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/ for more information.

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The Marina Association of Texas is a non-profit, volunteer organization composed of marinas on the inland and coastal waters of Texas, as well as Association members who firms supply products and services to marinas. The Marina Association of Texas (MAT) was organized in January of 1973 with a mission to improve, protect, and advance the interest of the marina industry in Texas. It was initiated through the Sea Grant Program of Texas A&M University. MAT was the first association of its kind in the nation. Members come together to share their ideas, knowledge and experiences for the mutual benefit of all within the industry. MAT is directed by a Board of Directors elected by the members with officers also elected by the membership.