The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) will present a timely education session at the 2026 RV Dealers Convention/Expo designed to help dealers navigate one of the most consequential decisions of their careers: selling their RV dealership.
Set for Nov. 10, the session “A Once‑in‑a‑Lifetime Deal: Succession, Sale, and Long‑Term Planning” brings together a leading dealership broker, a major RV retail network president and a seasoned financial planning professional to provide a comprehensive, insider look at how to prepare for and execute a successful exit.
Expert panelists are: Jesse Stopnitzky, co‑owner and director of the RV Division at Performance Brokerage Services; Brad Stanek, financial advisor and executive director of The Stanek-Haack Group at Morgan Stanley; and Brandon Bretz, president of Bretz RV & Marine, who has more than 30 years of experience in RV retailing.
Attendees will learn how to uncover the true value of their dealership, position their business to attract qualified buyers and avoid the costly pitfalls that can derail a sale or reduce net proceeds. The session also explores what buyers are really looking for in today’s market, and the steps dealers should take now to maximize value when the time is right.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key factors that determine dealership value and learn strategies to enhance worth before a sale.
- Understand what buyers look for and how to make your dealership stand out in a competitive market.
- Evaluate market conditions to determine the optimal timing for a sale based on industry trends and personal goals.
- Plan for the financial outcome of a sale — including taxes and net proceeds — to ensure long‑term financial security.
- Recognize common pitfalls that can cost sellers money and learn how to avoid these mistakes.
The RV Dealers Convention/Expo is sponsored by RVDA of U.S., RVDA of Canada, and the Mike Molino RV Learning Center. Register and access the entire schedule of event at http://www.rvdaexpo.com/.
