At Lightspeed, we believe that great technology is only as powerful as the people who use it. That’s why we’re especially proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our dealer partners who were recently recognized by Boating Industry as part of its 2025 Top 20 Dealers list.

In its annual awards, Boating Industry honors dealerships that demonstrate exceptional performance in areas such as customer experience, operations, innovation, community engagement, and long-term business growth. Being named to this list represents the highest level of excellence in the marine retail industry.

This year, the majority of the Top 20 dealers are powered by Lightspeed DMS—a testament to what’s possible when strong leadership, dedicated teams, and the right tools come together.

Congratulations to Our Award-Winning Partners

We are thrilled to congratulate the Lightspeed dealers on their well-deserved recognition!  Each of these businesses represents the best of the marine industry. From delivering exceptional customer experience to running efficient, data-driven operations, these dealers continue to raise the bar for what success looks like in today’s market.

What This Recognition Means

The Boating Industry Top 20 Dealers award isn’t just about sales volume. It recognizes dealerships that excel in:

  • Customer satisfaction and loyalty
  • Employee development and company culture
  • Operational excellence
  • Marketing and community engagement
  • Innovation and adaptability

Earning a place on this list reflects a commitment to continuous improvement and long-term success—values that align closely with our mission at Lightspeed.

Supporting Success with Lightspeed DMS

At Lightspeed, our goal is to help dealers work smarter, serve customers better, and grow with confidence. Our DMS platform supports marine dealerships with tools for:

  • Inventory and unit management
  • Sales, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and F&I processes
  • Service department optimization
  • Parts and accessories management
  • Reporting and business insights

 

While technology alone doesn’t create award winners, having the right systems in place empowers teams to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional experiences and building lasting relationships.

Seeing so many Lightspeed customers recognized among the industry’s best reinforces our commitment to continually improving our platform to meet the evolving needs of marine retailers.

Looking Ahead

To all of the dealers honored in Boating Industry’s 2025 Top 20—especially our Lightspeed partners—congratulations on this incredible achievement. Your dedication, innovation, and leadership inspire the entire marine community.

We’re proud to be part of your journey and look forward to supporting your continued success in 2026 and beyond.

Interested in learning how Lightspeed DMS helps top-performing dealerships thrive?

Check out our website or reach out to us for a customized demo of Lightspeed.

 

Christine Rentner

Christine Rentner

Partner Marketing Manager

Christine Rentner is a senior marketing professional with deep experience in partner and integrated marketing strategy. She currently serves as Partner Marketing Manager at Lightspeed DMS, where she leads the development and execution of strategic partner programs that strengthen relationships with key layered app and integration partners and drive co-marketing initiatives that support business growth and customer success. In this role, Christine partners cross-functionally to create impactful campaigns, enable partner engagement, and elevate Lightspeed’s presence within dealer ecosystems across the recreation industries.

Lightspeed is the #1 DMS (Dealer Management Solution) used within the Recreation industry for a good reason. We provide a completely integrated solution for dealers, OEMs and their customers. Our goal is to help you operate your business more efficiently and profitably so you can spend more time doing what you love.

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