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RVWA To Host Day at the Track
On Saturday, July 19, the RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) is hosting a family-friendly “Day at the Track” at the New…
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Reminder: Registration Open for Regulatory & Safety Compliance Seminar
On Wednesday, July 30, the RV Industry Association (RVIA) will host this year’s Regulatory & Safety Compliance Seminar, complimentary to…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Airstream is recalling certain 2025 Interstate motorhomes. The…
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Laurelhurst Distributors 2025 Parts & Accessories Catalog
Laurelhurst Distributors, family-owned since 1962, provides expert RV parts and service nationwide from Portland, Oregon, with full customer support and…
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// NEW // External Sockets & Chargers 2025
Discover the breakthrough Scanstrut Ventura Series. External sockets, wireless chargers, and USB chargers built for life on the road. Trusted…
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Go RVing Canada Survey Reveals ‘Great Canadian Getaway Gap’
A new survey from Go RVing Canada — a non-profit that represents the RVing industry in Canada — reveals most Canadians…
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Lifestyle Campers’ ‘Hypercamper’ Touts Butler’s Pantry
The following is a report from New Atlas. One of the most livable, high-functioning Australian hybrid caravans we’ve seen in…
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Upcoming RVIA Webinar: Getting To Know the Future RV Buyer
On Wednesday, July 30, the RV Industry Association is hosting a one-hour webinar to delve into the recently released special…
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RV/MH Hall of Fame Grounds Now Part of Elkhart City
The following report is from The Elkhart Truth. Two annexations requested by developers have been approved by Elkhart City Council…
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Campers Inn RV To Provide On-Site Service at 2025 Motocross Championship
For 2025, MX Sports, producer of the 44th Annual Monster Energy Amateur National Motocross Championship presented by AMSOIL, announced that…
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BGS’ Upcoming Event To Benefit Elkhart Boys & Girls Club
Burlington Graphic Systems (BGS) will host a Car & Motorcycle Night on July 15 to benefit the Boys & Girls Club…
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Liberty RV: Midwest Fifth Wheel RV Market Is Thriving
The recreational vehicle market in the Midwest is experiencing significant growth, Liberty RV said in a recent release, with fifth…
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Summer Gas Prices Match Lows From 4 Years Ago
The following was reported by the American Automobile Association (AAA). With summer road trips in full swing, drivers are getting…
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Trust First, Sale Second: The RV Sales Strategy That Actually Works
There are so many things that could cause stress for the average RV customer today. Interest rates are still quite…
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Lazydays Names Fleming CEO, Implements ‘Reverse Stock Split’
Lazydays Holdings announced that Ron Fleming has been appointed CEO. Fleming has served as the company’s interim CEO and a…
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RVIA Celebrates Federal Initiatives Supporting Outdoor Access
The RV Industry Association (RVIA) applauds the new Executive Order that establishes the Make America Beautiful Again Commission, which is charged with…
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Volunteers Rally for Flood Recovery at Georgetown RV Park
The following is a report from CBS Austin. More than 20 volunteers gathered at the Shady River RV Resort Wednesday…
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New ORR Trail Map Guides Rural Development Through Outdoor Rec
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) released the Trail Map for Rural Development in America, a resource designed to guide federal,…
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RVTI To Attend Annual American School Counselor Conference
Next week, the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) will be attending the 2025 American School Counselor Conference in partnership with Mike Thompson’s RV…
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Go RVing Touts RV Giveaway at Upcoming Celebrity Golf Tournament
The American Century Championship, the premier celebrity golf tournament held annually in Lake Tahoe, California, and Go RVing, the consumer-facing voice of…
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Power Queen Debuts New Smart RV Lithium Battery
Power Queen announced the launch of its latest innovation: the 12V 140Ah 190H Smart RV Lithium Battery with Bluetooth. Built on…
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Consumers’ Online Search Trends for Toy Haulers
RV Trader presents online search trends to help dealerships understand what customers are looking for during to help them make…
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Eberspächer Group Celebrates 160th Anniversary
On July 9, the Eberspächer Group celebrated its 160th anniversary. The company’s management is clearly focused on innovations for the…
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Upcoming RVWA Webinar To Cover Facts About AI
The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) is hosting a free webinar titled “AI: Facts, Myths, and What You Need to Know”…
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Trump Issues New Tariff Notices as EU Pushes for US Trade Deal
According to a report from Reuters, U.S. President Donald Trump issued final tariff notices to seven minor trading partners on…
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Morse Enhances Sales Team With New Hire
The M.K. Morse Co. announced the hiring of Matt Pomeroy as technical sales manager, United Kingdom and Ireland. With more…
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Camco & RV Overnights Announce Exclusive Partnership
A collaboration between Camco, a leading manufacturer of premium solutions for recreational vehicles, and RV Overnights, the online platform and…
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Renault & Ahorn Camp To Present New Motorhome Range at Caravan Salon
Renault, a European leader in light commercial vehicles, and Ahorn Camp, a German motorhome brand, announced the official launch of…
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California Dealership Honored With Newmar Service Award
According to a report from The Union, DeMartini RV Sales in Grass Valley, California, has been around since the mid…
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HookHub Expands RV Parking Access Across the US
HookHub, a platform redefining RV travel and land sharing, has announced the expansion of its services throughout the United States,…
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Industry Veteran Francis Michael Lima Dies
Francis “Frank” Michael Lima, who had a 35-year-long career with Firestone, died Thursday, July 3. He was 93. The following…
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‘RVing in New England’ To Return After Labor Day
The Weekly Facebook Live show RVing in New England, hosted by the New England RV Dealers Association (NERVDA), announced that…
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TACO Fund To Help Park Owners Impacted by Flood
In light of the loss of life and property in the Texas Hill Country, the Texas Association of Campground Owners…
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RV PRO Welcomes Caroline Fugler to Sales Team
RV PRO is excited to announce Caroline Fugler has joined the publication as account executive, effective June 2. Fugler is…
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Texas RV Park Owner ‘Stunned’ at Lack of Flood Warning
The following report is from USA TODAY. As rain fell in heavy sheets and the Guadalupe River muscled over its…
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Rossmönster Expands Adventure Truck, Van Availability in Texas
Rossmönster, a leader in purpose-built adventure vehicles, announced a new partnership with Vogt RV and Leisure RV Center, two of…
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Dragonfly Energy & Dallas Cowboy QB Raise Money for Youth
The third annual G7 Celebrity Golf Classic, hosted by Dallas Cowboys quarterback Will Grier, united athletes, influencers, corporate leaders and…
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LAMILUX To Present GRP Solutions at Caravan Salon
LAMILUX Composites, a European manufacturer of glass-fiber reinforced plastics (GRP), will showcase its innovations from Aug. 29 to Sept. 7 at…
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Video: Blacksford RV Rentals, National Park Travel on ‘All Access with Andy Garcia’
“All Access with Andy Garcia,” a public television program that brings viewers stories about innovative companies and their impact on…
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The Dyrt Unveils 2025 Top US Camping Locations
The Dyrt has announced its “Best Places to Camp: Top 10 in the U.S.,” based on reviews and ratings from its…
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Fintech Platform To Roll Out RV Credit Prequalification Service
FlexPath DXP, a fintech innovator transforming how dealers and lenders credit-prequalify customers, is accelerating its market expansion with VeriQual, following…
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Summer RV Maintenance Guide: 7 Tips Dealers Should Share With Customers
Summer is the most anticipated time of year for RV travel. Whether it’s weekends at favorite campgrounds or cross-country family…
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Momentum Marketing Consultants, Alonzo Fotograph Form Merger
Momentum Marketing Consultants and Alonzo Fotography announced their official merger, combining two of Northern Indiana’s most innovative creative forces. As…
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Tickets on Sale for RV Women’s Alliance Education Symposium
The RV Women’s Alliance (RVWA) announced that tickets are now available for its annual Education Symposium, happening Oct. 15-16 in…
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Canadian Associations Applaud Removal of Surtax on US-Imported Motorhomes
The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada announced a landmark victory for the Canadian RV industry. The Government of…
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Forest River Marine, Margaritaville Introduce ‘Chill Series’ Pontoons
Forest River Marine, a division of Forest River and one of the nation’s leading pontoon manufacturers, announced a vibrant collaboration…
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Trump Announces 25% Tariffs on Japan & South Korea
According to a report from The Associated Press, President Donald Trump on Monday set a 25% tax on goods imported…
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Executive Order Calls for Higher National Park Fees for Foreign Tourists
According to a report from CBS News, President Trump signed an executive order Thursday calling on the national park system…
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Knaus Tabbert Reveals New Products for Model Year 2026
Under the motto “Together we make the difference,” Knaus Tabbert, a leading RV manufacturer in Europe, announced its new products…
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CoverSeal Releases RV Rodent Protection
Rodent damage to RVs or camper vans can be costly to repair, but many covers provide little to no protection…
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NHTSA Lists Weekly Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued the following weekly vehicular recalls: Bowlus Road Chief is recalling certain 2022-2023, 2025…
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DOGE Cancels Funding for ‘Take Me Fishing’ Program
According to a report from Outdoor Life, this month the Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE) canceled funding to the nonprofit…
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US Labor Market ‘Surprises’ With 147,000 New Jobs in June
The following is a report from the Associated Press (AP). The U.S. labor market delivered another upside surprise last month,…
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RVIA President & CEO Issues Message of Optimism for the Industry
RV Industry Association (RVIA) President and CEO Craig Kirby sent the following message to members ahead of the July Fourth…
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Erwin Hymer Group Unveils New ‘CORIGON’ Brand
Erwin Hymer Group (EHG), the European subsidiary of THOR Industries, announced it is expanding its brand portfolio and launching CORIGON,…
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Tripadvisor Honors 55 Thousand Trails, Encore RV Properties
Thousand Trails campgrounds and Encore RV resorts announced that 55 of their properties received the 2025 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice award. Of…
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Washington News Outlet Spotlights Must-Knows Before Buying an RV
The following is a report from the Columbia Basin Herald. A recreational vehicle is a versatile thing. It can be…
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Global Drone Maker Launches Portable Power Station
DJI, a global maker of civilian drones and creative camera technology, introduced its DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station. Rechargeable…
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Pets Create an Experiential Retail Experience for Customers
Experiential retail is the current buzzword for creating sales and repeat business through positive and unforgettable in-store experiences. I have…
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Rep. Yakym, Secretary of Labor Chavez-DeRemer Visit Brinkley RV
Congressman Rudy Yakym welcomed U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer to Goshen, Indiana, where they toured Brinkley RV and participated…
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BADAC Adventure Co.’s Camper Trailer Is Tiny Yet Highly Capable
The following is a report from AutoEvolution. In a market overflowing with luxurious, feature-packed RVs that sell for exorbitant prices,…
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RVTI’s Hemmeler Spotlights RV Tech Careers on Podcast
The following was shared in the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s News & Insights report. RV Technical Institute Executive Director Curtis…
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Blue Water Partners With Make-A-Wish
Blue Water Development, a premier outdoor hospitality company, announced a meaningful new partnership with Make-A-Wish Philadelphia, Delaware & Susquehanna Valley.…
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Patrick Industries To Participate in Upcoming CJS Conference
Patrick Industries, a leading component solutions provider for the outdoor enthusiast and housing markets, will participate in the upcoming CJS…
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Ontario Updates Licensing Requirements for Motorhome Operators
The Ontario RV Dealers Association (ORVDA) announced that the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has implemented long anticipated updates to the…
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‘RVing in New England’ Kicks Off Fourth of July Weekend
The Weekly Facebook Live show RVing in New England, hosted by the New England RV Dealers Association (NERVDA), was scheduled…
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Happy Independence Day!
Ahead of the holiday weekend, the team here at RV PRO would like to wish you and yours a very…
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Alera Marine Group Introduced by Alliance RV Executives
Alera Marine Group is officially open for business and making waves from day one. The company, founded in the heart…
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Hughes Autoformers Enters ‘New Era’ With Power Watchdog Launch
Hughes Autoformers announced the release of the Watchdog Power Center, marking its final press release under the Hughes Autoformers LLC…
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Winnebago: Women To Increase Outdoor Activity to Record Levels in 2025
When it comes to the outdoors, more women are lacing up their hiking boots, unrolling yoga mats in the park…
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Detroit-Based Grounded Unveils G3 Electric RV
Grounded, the Detroit-based electric RV startup founded by former SpaceX engineers, unveiled its most advanced camper van to date: the…
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Firefly Training Academy Opens Registrations for Expanded 2025 Sessions
Firefly Integrations, a pioneer in RV technology solutions, opened registration for its July, August and September 2025 training sessions. Following…
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Senate Passes One Big Beautiful Bill
On Tuesday, July 1, the Senate passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the bill that will extend the 2017…
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Upcoming 2025 Caravan Salon Touts 700 Exhibitors
Caravan Salon will open its doors from Aug. 29 (Preview Day) to Sept. 7, at the fairgrounds in Düsseldorf, Germany. For…
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Harbinger Names Senior Vice President of Sales
Harbinger, a leading medium-duty electric and hybrid vehicle manufacturer, today announced that Fred DePerez has joined the company as senior…
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National Powersports Auctions Releases July Report
July is a top month for RV travel and sales. Families are on summer vacation, and outdoor activities are in…
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Minnesota Extends PFAS Reporting Deadline to July 1
As part of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)’s response to comments and testimony received during the PFAS Reporting and…
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Celebrating Industry Veterans: RV PRO’s 2025 RVeterans Honorees
Sometimes having too much of a good thing isn’t a good thing — we editors at RV PRO learned this…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Mike Barnes
Mike drives sales of mobile solar power solutions, including solar panels, inverters, charge controllers and batteries tailored for OEMs. He…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Chris Carpenter
Chris provides strategic leadership and oversight of both sales and operational activities. He leads the sales team in identifying and…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Susan Carpenter
Susan has devoted her life and career to the RV industry, leaving an indelible mark through her leadership, mentorship and…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Ritchie Diener
Ritchie is responsible for overseeing all of the paint processes, starting with prepping the fiberglass through the cut and buff…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Paula Enders
Paula handles the day-to-day operations of RV Tech Connect Inc.: marketing, social media, advertising, blog posting, customer service, estimating and…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Patty Flanagan
Patty has run all the regional RV shows for the Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) for over 22 years. Some…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Brandon Galbreath
Brandon oversees day-to-day operations, supports department leads, enforces policies and procedures, and ensures communication across the company. He identifies areas…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree KC Gibler
Because of the dynamics of a small company, it’s hard to define responsibilities. KC functions as parts, order desk, customer…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Gary Jorgensen
Gary is responsible for training new employees and overseeing the build of Rugged Mountain RV products from beginning to end.…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Greg Justice
As a regional general manager, Greg is responsible for all aspects of A&L RV Sales’ eight locations. Greg ensures that…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree John Larson
John’s game is RV repairs and service, including managing parts orders and talking to customers to help solve their problems.…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Tom Manning
Tom Manning works closely with RV manufacturers, suppliers and retailers to bring new, innovative products to market. He helps guide…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Devon H. Miller
Devon is in charge of overseeing operations, manufacturing, purchasing, engineering and maintenance for a multibillion-dollar RV manufacturer representing the Jayco,…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree NeVelle Skaggs
NeVelle wears many hats as the president of Skaggs RV Outlet, but his role goes far beyond a typical executive…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Marlene Snyder
As vice president of sales and marketing, Marlene is responsible for developing and executing strategic plans to achieve company sales…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Jan Thomson
Jan monitors and interprets chemical safety regulations, ensuring all chemical substances used in production meet applicable standards. She performs or…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree James Uden
Jim serves as the service shop foreman at Rich & Sons RV Headquarters, a role he has dedicated himself to…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Dan L. West
Dan is in purchasing at Mica Shop but has had many roles in 50 + years in the industry, his…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Greg Wischmeyer
Greg manages and supports a team of full-time, in-field standards inspectors, overseeing the inspection program and its scheduling. Remarkably, even…
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2025 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Bob Zagami
Bob is the principal consultant at RV Insights and also served as executive director of the New England RV Dealers…
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RVeterans: Spotlight on ESCO’s Longtime Employees
Elkhart Supply Corporation (ESCO) was founded in 1949 by Lowell and Lucille Shaum and has grown from an electrical wholesaler…
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The Legacy of Lippert’s RVeterans
Gracing the cover of RV PRO’s July 2025 issue is just a handful of Lippert’s most dedicated and long-serving team…
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