Tommy’s Boats extends reach to the West Coast

Tommy’s Boats extends reach to the West Coast
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A Grand Rapids boat dealer is expanding with a new California acquisition.

Tommy’s Boats signed an agreement to acquire Larson Marine in Northern California, according to a release Tuesday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

“Larson Marine is a family-owned business that has bred a passionate, fun and professional culture focused on community — this is in lockstep with Tommy’s,” Tommy’s Boats President Matt Borisch said in the release. “We are honored to be entrusted in growing the legacy of Bob and Craig Larson by adding such a strong team to the Tommy’s family.

“We could not be more excited to continue our growth in California.”

Larson Marine has served as a Malibu and Axis dealer since 1969 with locations in Rancho Cordova and Stockton, California.

“We are grateful to have been a part of our customers’ and employees’ lives over the past 53 years. They are truly our extended family,” said Larson Marine owner Craig Larson. “We are so excited for the future, as we are confident that those traditions and commitment to service will carry on with Tommy’s, in addition to the many benefits and opportunities Tommy’s will bring.”

Borisch said normal business operations for Larson Marine will not be disrupted.

The acquisition adds to a growing footprint for Tommy’s Boats, founded in 1981 in Colorado. The Grand Rapids-based company has 14 dealerships in eight states as well as nine on-water rental programs.

Tommy’s Boats will host a ribbon cutting Thursday at its new Comstock Park dealership, 247 Morrissey Drive NE.