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Russo Marine, New England’s leading powerboat dealer, is a third generation, family owned and operated marine business. The company was founded in 1940 by John Russo (1911-1994), and his wife Sandy (1911-). The business is head quartered at a highway location two miles north of Boston in Medford, Massachusetts. Russo Marine operates from three additional sales and service facilities and has over 40 employees. The enterprise is owned and operated by Larry Russo (son of John and Sandy), his wife Bee and their two sons Alex and Larry Jr.
John Russo was a founding member of the Massachusetts Marine Trades and the New England Marine Trades Associations in the 1950’s and 1960’s. Larry has continued in the family tradition of representing the interests of the marine industry and the consumers it serves. Larry was president of the Massachusetts trade group in 1983 and 1984, and was later elected president of the Marine Retailers Association of America in 1988 and 1989. He continues to serve on various state and national industry committees and in 2003, was elected to the board of directors of the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation.
In the 1990’s, a third generation of Russos took its place in the day to day operations of the family business. Larry Russo Jr., joined the company full time in 1992 after receiving a degree in business management and finance. His primary role is general manager. In 1994, after acquiring a business degree in marketing and retailing, Alex Russo has the responsibility of operations manager which encompasses employee resource management and sales administrative support.
The main store in Medford is a highway location specializing in the sales of powerboats up to 40 feet. Boat lines represented are Sea Ray and Boston Whaler. On this four acre site is a 42,000 sq. ft. facility that has a 50-boat super showroom with 20 service bays and a staff of over thirty full time employees.
Boston Yacht Haven, in Boston Harbor on historic Commercial Wharf, is a 75 slip facility two miles from Medford and within walking distance of downtown Boston. Larger vessels in the 40 to 60 foot range are displayed in the water as a floating showroom and are available for customer demonstration.
The following are all brief 1-2 minute video interviews with Russo Marine Owner/President & CEO Larry Russo, Sr. Each link will open in a new browser window.
A dealer for many brands
Why Russo's chose Sea Ray
Why Russo's is in the Brunswick Camp
Russo’s Rhode Island operation is an affiliation with Silver Spring Marina in Wakefield, which is located near the Point Judith Inlet. This 3.5 acre, full-service facility has an indoor boat showroom, parts and accessory store, 85 slips, guest swimming pool, travel lift and storage.
In February of 2006, the Russo family purchased certain assets of long-time Sea Ray dealer, Dedham Sportsmen’s Center. Russo also contracted to lease their marina facility on Boston Harbor, known as Thomas Marine. The new waterfront facility has become known as Russo Marine “Sea Ray of Boston”.
For over 70 years, Russo Marine has earned the reputation for being knowledgeable and professional in the conduct of its business. The company has always strived to be on the leading edge of change and innovation in the marine marketplace. Russos has continued to focus on providing a safe and rewarding workplace for its employees while delivering quality products and exceptional services to the boating community.
The following are all brief 1-2 minute video interviews with Russo Marine Owner/President & CEO Larry Russo, Sr. Each link will open in a new browser window.
A dealer for many brands
Why Russo's chose Sea Ray
Why Russo's is in the Brunswick Camp
| North of Boston | Medford, MA | T: (866) 722-8977 | F: (781) 396-8536 |
| Boston Harbor | Boston, MA | T: (866) 722-9517 | F: (617) 282-5728 |
| Rhode Island | Wakefield, RI | T: (866) 722-9524 | F: (401) 783-0878 |