Future Sales Inc. is Adding Middleton to Sales Force

Elkhart, Ind.-based Future Sales Inc. announced the addition of Dave Middleton to its sales team. To clarify, he is not Nexus RV president and co-founder who remains in that position. According to a press release, Middleton is a 20-year industry veteran who has held prominent positions in both purchasing and sales. He earned his bachelor’s […]

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‘REV Group Summit’ Helps Set Company’s ’20 Agenda

REV Group’s divisions have convened in early January for the past five years to kick off the new calendar year. And this year’s “REV Group Summit,” held Jan. 4-6 at Rosen Shingle Creek resort in Orlando, Fla., was a decidedly upbeat event with numerous exhibits resembling a conventional commercial trade show, reports Tony Besasie, chief […]

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Alliance RV Names Jeremiah Dumka General Manager

Alliance RV announced the appointment of Jeremiah Dumka as general manager. According to a press release, Dumka will oversee product development and have sales management responsibilities for Alliance RV’s recently launched luxury Paradigm fifth-wheel as well the company’s toy hauler line that will launch this fall.    “This is a critical addition to the Alliance […]

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Chuck Willett, Northstar Campers Co-Owner, Passes

Robert (Chuck) Charles Willett, 85, who with his father, Ralph (Tex) Willett, in 1955 founded Texson Truck Campers, which would later become Northstar Truck Campers, died Jan. 18, 2020, at Cedar Valley Hospice. Willett is the father of Rex C. Willett, who has run the company still based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, since the 1980s. […]

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Airstream’s Wheeler Intent on Staying Ahead of Curve

Airstream Inc. didn’t have a booth at this year’s CES 2020 convention in Las Vegas, but CEO Bob Wheeler thinks his presence on the show’s floor is extremely worthwhile. For a brand that melds the automotive and residential realms, emerging technologies from both industries showcased at the event help inform Wheeler what’s available, what’s desired, […]

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Furrion’s Compact Living Line at Kitchen, Bath Show

Furrion is showcasing its Compact Living Solutions line of products at the Jan. 21-23 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Furrion’s compact living line includes two full kitchen suites and outdoor entertainment options, according to a press release. Compact living is on the rise, whether through the tiny home […]

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Tampa Show Reporting Record Attendance of 74,861

The final gate attendance for the 35th Annual Florida RV SuperShow has been tabulated, and the “Tampa Show” did indeed set a record with 74,861 people having passed through the gates this year, which is about 600 more than last year’s record total. Hosted by the Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA), the show took place […]

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Airstream’s Wahl Retiring After Distinguished Career

Airstream Inc. announced the retirement of Senior Vice President of Operations Mark Wahl on Dec. 31 following an over two-decade career at the company. Wahl joined Airstream on Nov. 10, 1997, as the vice president of manufacturing. He came to Airstream having already established himself as a leader and innovator in the RV industry, beginning […]

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Canada RV Touring Routes Draw International Visitors

For many Northern Ontario residents, the great outdoors can easily be taken for granted, according to Bay Today. The natural beauty and recreational opportunities available can be as close as the backyard or within a few hours’ drive. But for overseas tourists traveling in RVs, those scenic backdrops, along with cultural and recreational opportunities, are bucket […]

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