Uncategorized
-
40 Under 40: Heath Padgett
Heath has built a career around noticing problems in the RV world and figuring out how to solve them. He…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Grace Newman
Grace was already juggling two important responsibilities at East to West when an unexpected situation added another. Grace had recently…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Fergus Brady
Fergus sees every practical RV utility connection as an opportunity to enhance design. During his four years as a product…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Erin Manoloff
Some leaders become indispensable by noticing the details everyone else misses. Erin, executive operations manager of Century Chemical Corp., is…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Eric Sisk
When RV dealers needed reliable information during one of the industry’s most disruptive periods, Eric helped make sure they received…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Chanlyn Troyer
At Firefly Integrations, solving complex technical challenges often starts with asking whether there is a better way to approach them.…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Tori Riddle
Since joining Storyteller Overland in 2021, Tori Riddle has helped lead the evolution of the brand’s digital and creative presence…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Thor Audiss
Thor Audiss joined Rossmönster in early 2024 as chief marketing officer and was later promoted to chief marketing & sales…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Shannon Calkins
Shannon Calkins has spent seven and a half years directing marketing efforts for Clear Creek RVs (CCRV), serving as an…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Scout Burnstine
Scout Burnstine entered the industry as the very first candidate in Alliance RV’s sales trainee program in July 2020. Today,…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Sarah Atkinson
Sarah Atkinson’s 12-year career at Moix RV is defined by operational versatility, hands-on leadership and a commitment to organizational excellence.…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Samantha Rocci
Since joining the RV Industry Association (RVIA) in 2016, Samantha Rocci has established herself as a trusted legislative advocate and…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Ryan Biren
At THOR Industries, Ryan Biren has defined his leadership by transforming how the enterprise operates around data and technology. Promoted…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Robbie Dotson
Having entered the RV industry while still in high school, Robbie Dotson has built a career grounded in dedication, operational…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Rob Case
In an industry historically dominated by established players, Rob Case recognized a critical need and had the grit to deliver…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Ren Richardson
When it comes to building genuine dealer partnerships, Ren Richardson leads by showing up rather than leaning on his title.…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Nick Christenson
As sales manager at Tim’s RV, Inc. in Erving, Massachusetts, Nick Christenson is responsible for the company’s entire sales process,…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Nick Calzone
Nick Calzone, regional vice president at Meyer’s RV Superstores, has two qualities every good leader needs. He listens carefully and…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Natalie Miller
As Newmar Corporation’s Retail Customer Experience Coordinator, Natalie Miller serves as a bridge between customers, dealers and internal departments. It’s…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Matt Poublon
Matt Poublon’s influence can be felt throughout the engineering department at Keystone RV Company. When he was trusted to train…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Luis Godinez
Luis Godinez demonstrates outstanding leadership through his hands-on approach, technical expertise and genuine commitment to the people he leads. As…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Lexi Roberts
Lexi Roberts grew up in the RV business. She’s the third generation of the Roberts family at Long View RV…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Kylee Anele Merritt
As manager of workers’ compensation for Lippert, Kylee Merritt handles one of the most complex areas of employee care. She…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Lexi Bickford
Lexi Bickford’s passion for her job has been called “contagious.” As program director at Care Camps Foundation, she’s tasked with…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Amelia Boyken
For Amelia, designing an RV is about understanding the people who use it and the experiences they hope to have…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Brian Long Jr.
Brian’s approach to leadership is rooted in experience. After beginning his career in the automotive industry in the wash bay…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Brittany Niezgodski
For Brittany, social media is about more than promoting RVs — It is a way to connect people with the…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Casey Colton
At Colton RV & Marine, Casey’s approach to leadership centers on accountability, transparency and a strong focus on employees and…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Dylan Rayner
Dylan’s career at Airstream began on the production floor. Eleven years later, he’s helping manage the systems and processes behind…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Dustin Morgan
A dealership’s numbers can tell a story, but the changes behind those numbers often reveal the leadership that made them…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Devika Maskey
Building a new RV category requires more than an innovative vehicle. It also requires a way to explain that innovation…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Conner Rusch
Sometimes the biggest opportunities are hiding in the problems an industry has learned to live with. For Conner Rusch, a…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Chelsey Wright
When more than 100 plants and departments are accustomed to doing things their own way, creating a single system takes…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Chase Steinbring
In a family dealership, carrying the business forward means more than learning how to sell RVs — it means understanding…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Jamie Lowry
Jamie’s title at Crestview RV is business development center manager. But her responsibilities go beyond that. Jamie helps connect sales,…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Jay Diaz
When Campers Inn RV acquired Lazydays in November 2025, it gained stores, employees and decades of institutional knowledge. It also…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Jordan Nelson
Jordan may be a partner in Gavins Point Recreational Center and Red 10 RV, but ownership hasn’t removed him from…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Justin Bewernick
Justin learned the industry at Atlas Trailer Coach Products Ltd. from the ground up. During his 21 years with the…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Justin Coulter
Justin Colter’s colleagues at SuperSprings International believe he is helping shape the future of the RV industry. He serves as…
Read More » -
40 Under 40: Ken Conlee
Though Ken Conlee has only been with Grand Design RV (GDRV) for four years, his colleagues already credit him with…
Read More » -
FRVTA’s Northeast Florida Chapter Elects New Board Officers
The Northeast Florida Chapter of the Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) has elected new board officers for fiscal year 2026-27.…
Read More » -
Slideshow: Final Look at Open House 2026
Before bidding farewell to this year’s Open House in Elkhart, Indiana, which took place Sept. 28 through Oct. 1, RV…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Coachmen
American Spirit Newly introduced in May of this year, American Spirit sees new floorplans in Ultra-Lites, Bijous, DLX and Compact…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: East to West & Sunseeker
East to West Motorized Packing a lot of features into one floorplan and new for 2027 is the Super C…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Prime Time & Wolverine
Wolverine Luxury Fifth Wheels Debuting for model year 2027, the all-new Wolverine Luxury Fifth Wheels will be on display at…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Keystone RV
Keystone RV Bullet Keystone’s Bullet brand has increased the towability and livability aspect with new data-driven floorplans and common-sense features…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Heartland & DRV
Heartland RV For 2027, Heartland is adding floorplans to Milestone, Bighorn, Cyclone and Cyclone Travel Trailers. The Milestone brand has…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Airstream & Tiffin Motorhomes
Airstream Airstream’s 2027 Touring Coach is touting the Rangeline 21PL, a 21-foot Class B camper van that sleeps up to…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Thor Motor Coach & KZ RV
Thor Motor Coach Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is making several introductions for 2027. The company says affordability remains the overriding…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Jayco & Entegra Coach
Jayco Jayco travel trailers Jayco is offering an array of new floorplans in its travel trailer segment. The manufacturer reports…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Winnebago
For 2027, Winnebago is continuing to build on its focus on strategic product expansion, innovation and differentiation across its motorized…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Grand Design
Grand Design RV is making one thing clear for 2027: innovation doesn’t have to come at the expense of value.…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Holiday Rambler & American Coach
Holiday Rambler Holiday Rambler made everyday livability the centerpiece of its 2027 lineup with coaches that maximize sleeping capacity, entertaining…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Fleetwood & Renegade
Fleetwood RV Fleetwood RV’s 2027 lineup is a direct response to motorhome buyers who want the comforts of home combined…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: ATC Trailers, Brinkley & Bontrager Industries
ATC Trailers For years, ATC Trailers has built its reputation around durable, all-aluminum toy haulers designed for customers who demand…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Chinook RV & Encore RV
Chinook RV Listening closely to customer feedback, Chinook RV has refined its 2027 offerings with new floorplans, upgraded features and…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Ember RV & Gulf Stream Coach
Ember Recreational Vehicles Ember RV has built its reputation on listening closely to customers and continuously refining its travel trailers…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Leisure Travel Vans & AEONrv
Leisure Travel Vans Rather than reinvent its lineup for 2027, Leisure Travel Vans concentrated on making the coaches customers already…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Alliance RV & Sunset Park RV
Alliance RV Alliance RV will roll into the 2026 Elkhart Open House with one of its most ambitious model-year launches…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Nexus RV, Axiom RV & Kropf Industries
Nexus RV Big capability doesn’t have to come in a big package. That’s the philosophy driving Nexus RV’s 2027 lineup,…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Rossmönster, inTech & Grounded RVs
Rossmönster As adventure van customers become increasingly focused on finding vehicles that match their individual travel styles, Rossmönster is responding…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Aliner, Roadtrek & Lance Camper
Aliner Aliner is sticking with super light, easy-to-tow camping for 2027, bringing back a fan-favorite and dropping a new floorplan.…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Lancaster Cabins, Recreation By Design & Vantera RV
Lancaster Cabins Today’s campers seek an experience. Lancaster Cabins answers their call with a lineup of park models that blend…
Read More » -
Model Year 2027: Outside Van & IROK Trailers
Outside Van Outside Van is introducing new models and expanded customization options for 2027, from an all-new entry-level model to…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Clint Decker
With nearly four decades in the industry, Clint Decker’s nominator writes that he brings a steady, experienced perspective shaped by…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Ed Sheppard
As Laurelhurst Distributors grew, Ed Sheppard had a hand in teaching nearly every employee on staff part identification, correct terminology…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Elizabeth Stetson
The reason Elizabeth Stetson was nominated as an industry vet are simple: “Liz knows everything and customers love her.” Elizabeth…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Glenn Goetzinger
A second-generation RV technician, Glenn Goetzinger learned his skills from his father, who learned in the U.S. Army during WWII.…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Jarvis Hunt
Jarvis Hunt has taken on many roles at RVMP, including leading research and development (R&D), driving product development, ensuring quality,…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Jazmine Hasebroock
Jazmine Hasebroock creates experiences, builds culture and inspires growth everywhere she goes. She has helped turn Red 10 RV into…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Jeremy Johnson
At industry events, colleagues joke that Jeremy Johnson is the “Norm” of the RV world. It’s impossible for him to…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Jennifer Sugden
For over 30 years, Jennifer Sugden has built her reputation around a simple philosophy: do what you say, treat people…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Jeff Redmond
Some dealership owners manage operations from behind a desk. Jeff Redmond builds culture from the showroom floor. Whether he is…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Jesse Ward
Jesse Ward started his career on the production line, and that hands-on experience still shapes the way he leads today.…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Josh Miller
For over 25 years, Josh Miller has been at the center of the RV world’s evolving power systems, aiding manufacturers…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Raymond Padgett
After nearly four decades in the RV industry, Raymond Padgett has become the person everyone calls when something goes sideways.…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Renee Horn
In the RV world where relationships are everything, Renee Horn has built a reputation on trust. When Renee recommends a…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Ronnie Wiggins
For decades, Ronnie Wiggins has been the steady hand behind the scenes at Vogt RV. He is the person everyone…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Ron Brown
Some people stay in their lane. Ron Brown never has. As engineering manager at Forest River Plant 410, Ron’s fingerprints…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Cheyney Arters
From volunteering to stay late or coming in early to finish urgent repairs and keep on schedule, Cheyney Arters does…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Andrew Angel
Andrew Angel’s “Go anywhere, do anything” mindset sees him stepping in wherever needed and taking on challenges without hesitation at…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Scott Tuttle
Even after 40 years in the RV industry, Scott Tuttle, CEO of Soaring Eagle Campers, is still passionate about building…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Stacy Setty
As the director of sales at Optronics International, Stacy Setty is willing to step in wherever she is needed, her…
Read More » -
2026 RV PRO RVeterans Honoree Ted Cook
Ted Cook may be director of training for National Indoor RV Centers (NIRVC), but he works with all levels of…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Natalia Engert
Natalia Engert’s journey from Russian immigrant to a senior executive leading one of the RV industry’s top lending organizations is…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Sheri Fuller
Sheri Fuller is a jack of all trades when it comes to her role as office manager and co-founder of…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Mariah Nelson
Mariah Nelson started Gavins Point Recreational Center in 2021, building the business from the ground up. “With no prior experience…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Bree Underhill
In describing Bree Underhill’s approach to her work in the RV industry, one nominator writes, “Bree recognizes that challenges are…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Yi Li
As the inventor, the engineer, the visionary and the person responsible for lifting off-grid power above an “option” for the…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Madison Underwood
The owner of the RV shop, Madison also works on social media, takes pictures and helps with the marketing, runs…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Heather Harrison
As the owner and president of Family Fun RV, Heather Harrison has built a solid company that can handle tough…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Samantha Curtis
The title “office manager” doesn’t do justice to the roles that Samantha Curtis fills at Liberty Trail RV. “Samantha is…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Jen Pendley
As RV and CM accessory business manager for Cummins, Jen Pendley drives the strategic and operational performance of Cummins’ RV…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Teresa Herndon
Teresa oversees the financial operations of Arrowhead Camper Sales, including payroll, floorplanning, tax management and general bookkeeping. She also supports…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Kayla Ault
Kayla’s title is director of customer service at RVMP, but she is much more than that. She works directly with…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Andrea Stem
As vice president of human resources at TowMate, Andrea Stem is responsible for building and leading the company’s HR function.…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Catherine Vachon
As co-owner and VP of marketing, communications and business development at VanLife Campers, Catherine oversees brand positioning, communications, strategic partnerships…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Jennifer Schillaci
As the co-owner of RV Roofing Solutions and owner and podcast host of Learn to RV, Jennifer has cultivated a…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Kellie Taube
As vice president of global sales for TST and its parent company PSI, Kellie Taube oversees all sales activities across…
Read More » -
2026 Women in Business: Angie Morell
As chief of sales at National Indoor RV Centers (NIRVC), Angie Morell leads a team of 60-plus employees across all…
Read More »