In 2017, the RV Industry Association launched a program to identify future leaders in our industry – 40 Under 40. The goal was not simply to create a one-time ceremony, but to engage the next generation of innovators in the RV industry and to build on the initiative each year. Anyone who demonstrated a commitment to our amazing industry at any level within their organization was eligible to be recognized for this honor.
RVIA asked for nominations for the second annual 40 Under 40 class in late 2018, and a special committee of industry leaders was asked to review these applications and select the finalists. They were nominated by their peers and represent a cross-section of industry segments.
Among those honored for 2019 is RV PRO’s own Jordyn Foos.
“Each of these remarkable young men and women exemplify leadership and inspire others through their efforts,” said Liz Crawford, senior VP of trade shows and events. “Having such and amazing group of talent creating a real difference in their organizations means the future is very bright for our growing industry.”
Join us in congratulating the second annual 40 Under 40 award winners:
- Lindsay Babinsack – Sebrite Financial Corp.
- Chase Baerlin – Bankston Motor Homes
- Thomas Bennett – General RV Center
- Larry Besse – Primeaux RV
- James Bonin – Pan Pacific RV Centers
- Kyle Bonita – Torklift International
- Devin Burton – Giant Recreation World
- Justin Carlton – Carlton Camping Center
- Melanie Carr – Escapees RV Club
- Travis Carr – Escapees RV Club
- Adam Christoffersen – Winnebago Industries
- Amy Closter – Owasco RV
- Michael Cowherd – US Adventure RV
- Joel Crawford – Torklift International
- Chris Smith – Family Motor Coach Association
- Ashley Elliott – Northwest RV
- Zach Eppers – Coachmen RV
- Shannon Esterly – Coach-Net
- Robert FitzSimmons – Crossroads RV
- Jordyn Foos – RV PRO Magazine
- Jeremy Greene – RV Industry Association
- Michilah Grimes – Lippert Components Inc.
- Curtis Gunter – Forest River
- Nick Haarhues – Carefree of Colorado
- Sam Jefson – Winnebago Industries
- Dustin Johns – Travel Lite RV
- Anita Lien – RV Dealers Association of Canada
- Bryan Melton – Airstream
- AJ Pettis – Ron Hoover RV & Marine of West Houston
- Stephanie Puglisi – RV Family Travel Atlas
- Samantha Rocci – RV Industry Association
- Joey Schneider – Ocean Grove RV Supercenter
- Tim Suetkamp – Mito Corporation
- Nicole Sult – Lippert Components Inc.
- Alexa Szybowicz – Airxcel
- Leigh Tiffin – Vanleigh RV
- Karyn Torcoletti – Erwin Hymer Group of North America
- Daniel Turk – Affinity RV
- Mollee Veurink – Veurink’s RV Center
- Brad Walden – Southern RV
The winners will be recognized at the 2019 RVIA held during RVX: The RV Experience on March 14 at The Depot in Salt Lake City.