The Michigan Boating Industries Association founded the RBIEF to advance opportunities for scholarships and training in the the Great Lake State. Traditional scholarships are awarded to college students interested in marine careers, as well as to MBIA members and their employees for professional training, conferences and certifications. Continuing scholarship applications can be submitted year-round.

With this year’s awards, RBIEF has distributed $460,617 since 1986.

Michigan supports the third-largest recreational boating market in the country and needs qualified, educated individuals to continue a leadership role.

• Mitchell Beauregard, of Grosse Pointe Shores

• Ryan Brohl, of Roseville

• Lauren Brondyke, of Holland

• Emilie Clayton, of Macomb

• Tait Grady, of Lake Orion

• Hunter Hambrick, of Clarkston

• Alexander Martin, of Northville

• Ben McQueen, of Kaleva

• Allison Mowrey, of Fenton

• Ty Northrup, of Jackson

• Alex Oosse, of Traverse City

• Taylor Oselka, of Long Beach (Ind.)

• Palmer, Grayden of Jenison

• Brennan Smith, of Saranac

• Mary Valentik, of Harrison Township

• Patrick Verhaeghe, of Shelby

• Andrew Wagner, of Saginaw

• Tyler Waters, of Macomb

• Gavin Webster, of Grosse Pointe

• Christian Yonkus, of Grosse Pointe Farm

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The MBIA is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and advancing the interests of the recreational boating industry in Michigan. It aims to support its members through advocacy, education, and resources that help them thrive in the boating market.