MasterCraft announced that its president and CEO, John Dorton, has been elected and appointed to key leadership roles in the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).  These appointments include chairman of the Boat Manufacturer’s Division (BMD) and being voted on to the NMMA Executive Committee.  “It is always an honor to be recognized by the industry and my peers in this way,” said Dorton.  He went on to say, “But more importantly, I look forward to taking my years of advocacy and passion for this industry and working with the NMMA to help its members achieve financial success, especially as we move through and the eventual exit out of this economic downturn.”  As chairman of the NMMA Boat Manufacturers Division, Dorton will help set the agenda for the industry steering committee. The BMD provides public policy advocacy for marine manufacturers at the government level, promotes boating among consumers, advocates improved customer satisfaction and serves to increase cooperation and unity throughout the industry.