Coburn & Associates Consulting

08/13/2026

08/11/2026

Looking forward to seeing our Michigan industry friends tomorrow August 12, 2026 at MacRay Harbor for the important Great Lakes Policy Conference!

Business leaders, policymakers, environmental advocates and tourism officials will gather next week for a new conference aimed at elevating one of Michigan’s most valuable assets: its freshwater resources.

07/30/2026

If you are interested in recreational marine finance and the boating industry, make your plans now to be in Destin, FL September 20-22!

Understanding today's marine lending market requires looking beyond sales statistics to the trends shaping dealer performance, inventory management, portfolio quality, and future lending opportunities.

Join Russell Baqir, SVP Business Development (Marine), Northpoint Commercial Finance, and Matt Ginsburg, Managing Director (Marine), Huntington Distribution Finance - North America for a candid executive discussion on the current state of the recreational marine industry.

Moderated by Jim Coburn, President, The Coburn Consulting Company and NMLA board member, this dynamic conversation will explore the market forces influencing marine dealerships, floor plan finance, retail lending, and the overall boating economy.


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07/20/2026

An invitation to our friends and colleagues across the marine industry:
Whether your work touches business, manufacturing, tourism, environmental stewardship, government, education, or economic development, the Great Lakes Policy Conference delivers insights that matter — and connections that help shape the future of our region.

📅 Wednesday, August 12
📍 MacRay Harbor, Harrison Township, Michigan

Join the conversation. Build new partnerships. Contribute to the momentum behind Michigan’s Blue Economy and the long‑term vitality of the Great Lakes.

Event link: https://lnkd.in/g_si9MKi

06/17/2026

For our marine industry and recreational finance friends: In case you missed it, the 2026 NMLA Annual Statistical Report is now out! Since 1980, it’s been the most trusted source of market intelligence in the recreational marine finance industry. This 70-page “ASR” exclusive 2025 boat lending data, borrower demographics, portfolio performance metrics, underwriting trends, operational benchmarks, floor plan stats, and industry outlooks from top marine lenders nationwide. To obtain this must-have data for lenders, service companies, manufacturers, dealers, investors, and related businesses - visit www.marinelenders.org

06/12/2026

Cheers to RBIEF - 40 years strong!
Four decades of supporting, career pathways, and workforce development for the recreational boating industry. Here's to the next generation of marine professionals.
We are proud of our association with this great foundation.

05/06/2026

United in Advocacy and Advancing the Next Era of Boating at American Boating Congress

Jim Coburn is proud to be back in Washington DC representing Coburn & Associates Consulting, Michigan Boating Industries Association, and National National Marine Lenders Association. We are here to champion the interests of our clients, members, and the broader recreational marine and marine finance communities.
Today we head to Capitol Hill to continue our strong advocacy efforts and engage in meaningful conversations with legislators on issues shaping our future.

04/14/2026

The recreational marine industry is expanding quickly, and it needs its next generation of talent. From hands‑on technical trades to management and leadership roles, there are real career pathways waiting to be filled.
The Recreational Boating Industries Educational Foundation is now accepting applications for its Michigan marine‑industry scholarships — but the deadline is coming up fast. Applications are due May 1.
Learn more and apply using the link below. Be sure to tag or share with someone who should throw their hat in the ring!

“RBIEF continues to work hard by partnering with education establishments in more strategically focused ways. Strategies beyond traditional scholarships include boat building, outboard tech, diesel and fiberglass. These important educational areas make recruiting and outcomes much more successful....