In this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk, sponsored by Airxcel, Rick Kessler and Sherm Goldenberg are joined by Ryan Elias, James Ashurst and Jeremy Greene for a preview of the 2024 RV Industry Association (RVIA) Leadership Conference, which is March 5-7 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs, Fla. Elias is the vice president and general manager of Leisure Travel Vans, treasurer of the RVIA Board of Directors, and chair of the Emerging Leaders Coalition. Ashurst is the executive ...
Feb 03, 2024•18 min
Founder, CEO and President Jon Ferrando discusses the completion of the dealer group's nationwide rebranding from RV Retailer to Blue Compass RV in this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk. In addition, Ferrando offers his thoughts on the state of the market as well as an update on other programs and initiatives going on at Blue Compass. RVBusiness Capitol Talk is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusin...
Jan 18, 2024•17 min
Michael Neal, president of B&B Dealer Services, joins Rick Kessler and Sherm Goldenberg for an RVBusiness Capitol Talk discussion his company and what RV dealer sentiment is like during this soft market. RVBusiness Capitol Talk is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Jan 16, 2024•13 min
Andy Heck, president and co-owner of Alpin Haus with three locations in New York and one in New Jersey, joins Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness for a Capitol Talk conversation. Heck provides an overview of the new store being built in Middletown, which will replace the Port Jervis store in New York, as well as the current market conditions and what 2024 might look like for his business. RVBusiness Capitol Talk is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest ne...
Nov 27, 2023•11 min
In this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk, Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler are joined by Karen Redfern, Renee Jones and Mike Regan for a discussion on Go RVing, the 25-year-old marketing outreach initiative supported by the RV industry. The longtime leader of Go RVing, Redfern is a senior vice president and chief marketing officer of the RV Industry Association (RVIA). Jones, the vice president of marketing at THOR Industries, and Regan, the president of Crestview RV Center in Texas, are the ...
Nov 27, 2023•20 min
Airxcel Group President Anthony Wollschlager and Vice President of OEM Sales Troy Nusbaum talk about the company's 2023 Product Showcase, in which the supplier displayed dozens of its latest and greatest components, appliances and other items. RVBusiness Capitol Talk videos are sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Oct 23, 2023•15 min
In this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk, Susan Carpenter of B&B Molders and the president of the RV Women's Alliance (RVWA) joins Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness to preview RVWA's 2023 Educational Symposium, which is Oct. 11-13 at the Renaissance Schaumburg in Chicago. RVBusiness Capitol Talk videos are sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Oct 09, 2023•15 min
Caude Donati, managing member of NeXus RV, Elkhart, Ind., joins Rick Kessler and Sherm Goldenberg of RVBusiness for a Capitol Talk discussion on the state of the RV industry. Donati talks about the Hershey RV Show and the Elkhart RV Open House, economic factors impacting the market and what 2024 might look like. Donati, a board member for the local YWCA, also discusses Dometic Violence Awareness and what resources are available for Elkhart area residents. RVBusiness Capitol Talk videos are spons...
Oct 04, 2023•17 min
John North of Lazydays RV, headquartered in Florida, Mark Rosenbaum of Mike Thompson RV in California, David Skogebo of World Wide RV in Arizona, and Brian Wilkins of Wilkins RV in New York join Rick Kessler and Sherman Goldenberg of RVBusiness to discuss the current RV market, plus look ahead to next year. RVBusiness Capitol Talk videos are sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Sep 29, 2023•25 min
Phil Ingrassia, president of the RV Dealers Association (RVDA) and RVDA Chairman Nathan Hart of Walnut Ridge RV, preview the RV Dealers Convention/Expo, which is Nov. 6-10 at Paris Las Vegas. Hart and Ingrassia discuss the event's educational seminars, which include various tracks to help dealers across all of their store operations. RVBusiness Capitol Talk videos are sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rv...
Sep 25, 2023•14 min
A new company, Canopy, has launched ReserveMax.IO , a SaaS program that highly leverages data analytics to provide RV dealership F&I managers with a powerful tool. Joining Rick Kessler and Sherm Goldenberg of RVBusiness are CEO Lyle Peluso Jr., CTO Jeremy Grice, and CIO Dr. Brandon Vaughn. RVBusiness Capitol Talk videos are sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Sep 20, 2023•22 min
In this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk, Keystone RV Co.'s Josh Miller and Christy Spencer, vice president of sales and director of marketing and communications, respectively, discuss the trends that helped shape the design of the manufacturer's 2024 model year lineup. RVBusiness Capitol Talk videos are sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Sep 01, 2023•16 min
Heather Leach, executive director of the Pennsylvania RV and Campground Association (PRVCA), says the 2023 iteration of "America's Largest RV Show" in Hershey, Pa., is all set and ready to go. RVBusiness Capitol Talk videos are sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Aug 29, 2023•13 min
In this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk, Jason Lippert, president and CEO of LCI Industries Inc. (Lippert), discusses the market conditions impacting the company's RV segment, how Lippert continues its diversification strategy and his thoughts on how the rest of this year might play out. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk program is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Aug 21, 2023•12 min
In this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk, Frank Tamburrini, general manager for IDS, the Dealership Management Systems provider, provides an update on the company's monthly Dealership Industry Insights Report. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk program is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Aug 04, 2023•17 min
In this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk, Chris Andro of Hemlock Hill RV and Phil Ingrassia of the RV Dealers Association preview the 2023 RV Dealers Convention/Expo. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk program is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Jul 28, 2023•18 min
In this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk, Chris Smith, CEO of FMCA, discusses the RV owners' club's 60th anniversary with Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Jul 18, 2023•16 min
Dan Dominski, who's in charge of sponsorships, content and programming for Cannella Media, explained the new RVTV network the production company is launching in this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/
Jul 10, 2023•18 min
Nicole Schantz, vice president of OEMs & Strategic Partnerships for Trader Interactive, parent company fo RV Trader, provides the latest insights into consumer activity. She also introduces a new RV Trader initiative to partner with RV manufacturers. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/
Jul 03, 2023•18 min
In this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk, Chad Lyons, the Managing Director of the RV & Marine Segment for Wells Fargo, offers his take on the current state of the RV market. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/
Jun 30, 2023•16 min
Gwynn Sullivan and Tyler Carter, the new executive director and development director, respectively, at Care Camps, join Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler for this episode of RVBusiness Capitol Talk. Through its charitable fundraising efforts, Care Camps provides necessary support to send kids with cancer to medically supervised cancer camps where they can have fun, build awesome friendships, feel the joy that comes from camping and spending time in nature, make memories that will help them heal ...
Jun 27, 2023•18 min
Brett Davis, president and CEO of National Indoor RV Centers (NIRVC), announces the launch of Music City Motorhome Expo, in which Class A RV manufacturers will display their new model year motorhomes at NIRVC's new dealership location just outside Nashville in Lebanon, Tenn. The first Expo will take place in early June 2024, and is open to the public on an invitation-only basis. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk video and podcast series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the la...
Jun 21, 2023•24 min
Craig Kirby, president and CEO of the RV Industry Association, offers a recap of a “phenomenal” 2023 RVs Move America Week, the annual event tat features committee meetings, industry awards and lobbying Congress. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk video series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Jun 14, 2023•12 min
Officials from Cummins Inc. discuss mobile power, the introduction of the company’s CARB 2024 products and the ‘Onan Unplugged Tour” – a nationwide effort to educate dealers, OEMs and other customers on the company’s latest innovations. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk video series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
May 31, 2023•14 min
Genesis Products execs Jon Wenger, president and CEO, and Erin Curtis, vice president of marketing and development, join RVBusiness Publisher Rick Kessler and Senior Editor Sherman Goldenberg to discuss recent positive developments at the Goshen, Ind.-based RV supplier. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk video series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
May 26, 2023•16 min
Jon Ferrando, president and CEO of Blue Compass RV, visits with Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness for this episode of Capitol Talk. Ferrando discusses a number of topics, including the company's ongoing rebranding from RV Retailer to Blue Compass RV, the dealer group's five-year anniversary, and a frank conversation about the current state of the RV market. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk video series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and inform...
May 10, 2023•13 min
Joel Holland, CEO of Harvest Hosts, North America's largest private RV camping network offering unique accommodations for overnight stays, visits with Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness for this episode of Capitol Talk. Holland discusses a number of recent activities by Harvest Hosts, all of which speak to the company's explosive growth. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk video series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily...
May 03, 2023•15 min
Ron Fenech, one of five partners behind Brinkley RV , discusses the RV manufacturer's one-year anniversary – among other topics – with Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk video series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/
Apr 19, 2023•20 min
Jayco President Ken Walters joins Rick Kessler and Gary Gerard of RVBusiness for a Capitol Talk discussion on the company’s recent partnerships – with Goshen Health, National RV Training Academy and Harvest Hosts – as well as his thoughts on the current state of the market. The RVBusiness Capitol Talk video series is sponsored by Airxcel Inc. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox. https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Apr 05, 2023•14 min
Four prominent RV Dealers for a Capitol Talk discussion on the state of the RV retail market. Featured dealers are: Curt Curtis of RV Country, Ben Hirsch of Campers Inn RV, Dan Pearson of PleasureLand RV, and Ron Shepherd of Camperland of Oklahoma. Sponsored by Airxcel Inc., RVBusiness Capitol Talk is hosted by Sherm Goldenberg and Rick Kessler of RVBusiness. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox. https://rvbusiness.com/subscribe/...
Mar 21, 2023•25 min
