Marine industry veteran retires

Jim Krueger, who started his marine industry career in 1972 at Cruisers Inc. in engineering and sales, and spent the next 45 years working for various companies around the industry, has retired. Following his time at Cruisers, Krueger worked for Sea Ray, Bertram Yachts, Trojan Yacht, Tollycraft Yacht, Shamrock Boats, Luhrs Marine Group and finally Regal Boats as their Midwest/Central U.S. regional sales manager. In addition to his full-time industry employment, Krueger served previously as chair and vice chair of the former NMMA Conference Committee. A passionate boater and motorcyclist, he also co-founded Boaterz ‘n Bikerz of America “Hull of a Tour,” a national marine industry touring group that has produced four special event rides throughout the country. A highly experienced photographer, he plans to launch a new freelance career shooting boats, motorsports, landscapes and lifestyle portraiture. For more information, visit JimKrueger@JimKruegerPhotography.com.