The National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) awarded its 2019 NMRA Maritime Trades Scholarship of $2,500 to Kennedy Peirson of Villas, New Jersey. The scholarship was established in 2008 for students pursuing an education that leads to a career in the maritime trades.

Robert Guerrieri of Atlantic Marketing Company (left) and Kennedy Peirson.

A recent graduate of Cape May County Technical High School, Peirson will be attending the University of Tampa this fall to pursue a degree in marine biology. Having learned about the vital importance of coral reef ecosystems and the threats facing them, she already has a career trajectory. “I want to become someone who works to find solutions that will ensure coral reefs thrive for future generations.”

“We’re pleased to present Kennedy with our scholarship,” said Neal Trombley, NMRA past president. “She’s committed to saving the natural resources by which the marine industry thrives.”

The 2019 scholarship was made possible by the generous support of NMRA members. Midwest Outdoor Marketing donated at the Admiral level of giving, while Advanced Pedestals, Coatney Sales, ComMar Sales, Great Lakes Marine Marketing, Gulf Atlantic Marketing, Haimes Coleman Group, Nixon Marine Global, The Merifield Co., Waters & David Co., West Coast Sales, and William F. Miller & Associates gave at the Ship’s Crew level.

Contact National Marine Representatives Association, PO Box 360, Gurnee, IL 60031; (847) 662-3167; fax: (847) 336-7126; [email protected]; www.nmraonline.org.