ELKHART, Ind. – The RV Women’s Alliance Charitable Foundation is proud to announce the successful completion of its first Female RV Systems class of 2025. This class, in partnership with Fleming College of Peterborough, Ontario, has been in the works for over a year with help from Stacey and Al Robinson of Great Canadian RV. The RVWACF is so proud of its success for the fifteen women who completed the course and is eager to possibly provide more classes in the future to enrich our Canadian membership base.  

The partnership between RV Women’s Alliance and Fleming College was the first of its kind in Ontario specifically designed to help women expand their knowledge of RV Systems. The class was developed in coordination with Fleming’s new two-year accredited program in RV, marine, and small engine service aimed at servicing the growing demand for skilled professionals in these respective industries.  The fifteen-person class garnered much attention and had a waiting list to attend.

In reviewing our All-Female Tech Course that we began in 2021, it was apparent that we had the opportunity to bridge the knowledge gaps between the technician side and operations side of the industry.” Says Jessica Rider, RVTI master certified technician, owner of Pull Through Sites Mobile RV Repair, and instructor of the RVWACF RV Systems Courses. “Through this newly revised course we are educating women on the basics of RV systems so they may deepen their knowledge and provide additional value to their companies. We have taken the gold standard curriculum that RVTI offers and combined it with deeper knowledge of how each piece of the curriculum applies to the daily functions of each participant who takes the class.”

The course received praise for its curriculum combining classroom learning, real-life scenarios, and hands-on training in a brand-new lab designed specifically for RV and small engine courses at Fleming College. The students received expert instruction from seasoned professionals, ensuring they were equipped with the latest industry techniques and knowledge.

One participant stated that “it was fantastic to connect and discuss the industry with other like-minded women. Jessica was an excellent teacher, and it was evident that she had vast hands-on experience in the field. This was a valuable experience and I would encourage anyone who has the opportunity to attend to do so!”

Jessica Prazeres, Fixed Operations Manager for Sicard RV in Smithville, Ontario remarked, “I recently had the pleasure of taking a course through RVWA, and I couldn’t be more impressed. A huge thank you to Jessica Rider, our instructor, whose expertise and passion made the entire experience exceptional. Jessica’s teaching style was engaging, making even the most complex topics easy to grasp. She created a supportive learning environment that encouraged participation, and her ability to break down difficult concepts was second to none. The curriculum itself was top-notch, well-structured, and thoughtfully designed, ensuring that we not only understood the material but also gained practical skills that will last well beyond the course. It’s clear that RVWA is committed to offering high-quality training, and I truly believe this course is a prime example of that. I only wish there were more opportunities like this one. It was a wonderful experience from start to finish, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to have participated. Thank you again, Jessica, for your outstanding instruction, and thank you to RVWA for providing such a fantastic learning experience. Keep up the great work!”

Taking the Course to the Next Level

The revamped RV Systems course, which launched in January 2025, aims to create an empowering space for women to explore and thrive in the rapidly growing RV industry. Throughout the course, participants gained hands-on experience in RV systems, learning the technical skills necessary to complement their daily duties. The course is ideal for women at any level but especially for those in parts, warranty, tech service, customer service, etc. and helps participants understand the basics of how electricity, water, and propane flow in an RV in addition to understanding the basics of appliances, generators, body, and chassis.

The success of this program is part of the RVWACF’s larger strategy to educate women in all areas of the RV Industry, offering training programs designed to equip women with the skills to excel. With its emphasis on enhancing skillsets, leadership development, mentorship, peer support, and networking opportunities, the RVWACF is empowering women to develop deeper knowledge while bridging gaps currently faced within the industry.

Looking Ahead

RVWA is already planning to expand its RV Systems program to accommodate even more students in the coming months, with OEM training later this month, an evening class this June, and dealership expansion across the United States. RVWACF is exploring partnerships with RV manufacturers, suppliers, dealerships, and service centers to provide opportunities to host and/or sponsor classes.

“We are excited to offer this revamped training to women of the industry because it allows the RVWACF to not only further our mission of education, but make a serious impact on the gaps between sectors of the industry.” Jessica continued, “the women in this first class were excited to understand the fundamentals so they could work in partnership with the technicians in their dealerships to service units faster instead of continuing to hit walls when it came to processing claims and service tickets. Bringing this course to all sectors of the industry allows RVWA to create deeper partnerships and begin to help overcome the challenges faced at every level of ensuring customers continue to come back to the RV industry over and over again.”

The RVWA Charitable Foundation is proud of the continued growth and success of this innovative program and to contribute to solutions for knowledge gaps and educational opportunities for women in the RV Industry.

For more information on the RV Systems program with the RVWACF or to learn about upcoming courses, please visit RVWA or contact [email protected].

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FAIRFAX, Va. – Best-selling author and former Fortune 500 company chief revenue officer Ryan Estis will deliver the keynote address during the Tuesday general session of the 2025 RV Dealers Convention/Expo on Nov. 11th at Paris Las Vegas.

During his keynote address, “The Art of Standing Out: Leveraging Remarkable Experiences and Experimentation to Create Brand Evangelism,” Estis will explore how category-leading companies have cracked the code to meet evolving customer expectations through people, aligning employees around a common purpose, and empowering them to deliver the extraordinary.

Attendees will gain a fresh understanding of how putting customers at the center of business strategy can profoundly impact dealership performance. Audiences will leave with strategies to create remarkable experiences that earn customers for life.

Estis is the author of “Prepare for Impact” and founding partner of ImpactEleven. His human-centered business philosophy teaches that the key to meaningful results lies in elevating people to their highest potential. His expertise includes advisory work for companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500 giants including Mayo Clinic, Mastercard, the NBA, Pfizer, IBM, Deloitte, McKesson, CVS, and State Farm Insurance.

The annual convention, set for Nov. 10-14th, is sponsored by RVDA of the U.S., RVDA of Canada, and the Mike Molino RV Learning Center.

About the RV Dealers Convention/Expo

The convention brings together North America’s top dealership personnel for a week of in-person networking and continuing education workshops designed for dealers/GMs, sales, fixed ops, F&I, and digital marketing professionals.

The annual RVDA convention also includes opportunities to interact with leading manufacturers, suppliers, and RV industry business partners in the Expo. Regular updates will be posted on the convention website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. Companies interested in partnership, sponsorship, exhibiting, and Vendor Training +Plus opportunities can contact Julie Newhouse at (703) 364-5518 or email [email protected].  

Official hotel registration information is available here. RVDA is alerting members and RV industry partners about potential email scams or phishing campaigns where malicious actors are either impersonating the RVDA and its staff, claiming to work with RVDA, or acting as a third-party vendor to book hotel rooms in Las Vegas during the convention/expo in November. Book your rooms using the information and links provided on the convention website.

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HENDERSON, Nev. — Priority RV Network (PRVN), the nation’s premier cooperative of independent RV dealers, proudly unveiled a refreshed brand identity and bold new strategic direction at the 2025 PRVN Annual Dealer Meeting in Henderson, Nev., according to a release.

This strategic vision was formally announced to PRVN dealer members during the kickoff of the annual meeting on Wednesday, April 15, setting the tone for a powerful and unified year ahead, the release continued.

With a growing national footprint and stronger alignment across its dealer and vendor community, PRVN is entering a new era—defined by elevated brand presence, streamlined communication, and a renewed focus on cooperative advantage.

“This network has always been about the power of unity,” said Nicole Schantz, executive director of PRVN. “Now that key foundational elements are in place, it’s time to amplify our strengths — starting with a brand that reflects where we’re headed.”

A New Look, A Clearer Path

As part of this evolution, PRVN revealed a redesigned logo that honors its legacy while positioning the brand for the future.

Highlights of the new identity include:

• Modern, timeless and professional style that reinforces PRVN’s growing national presence

• Colors of Navy and Deep Red, symbolizing confidence, trust, and strength

“We’re excited to officially launch this updated logo — but this is just the beginning,” said Schantz. “As with any brand refresh, it will take time to fully roll out. Over the coming months, members and partners can expect to see updates across our website, marketing materials, and signage. We’re proud of this modern evolution, and we’re committed to ensuring it’s implemented thoughtfully and with purpose.”

A Sharper Value Story

With the RV industry evolving and consumer expectations rising, PRVN is strengthening its positioning as the most trusted, value-driven network in the country. The focus moving forward is on collective impact — dealers and vendors working together to deliver smarter business outcomes and greater consumer confidence and experience

“As a cooperative, our competitive advantage lies in our ability to come together—for buying power, strategic growth, and shared success,” Schantz added. “This new identity helps us tell that story clearly, boldly, and consistently.”

And this is only the beginning, the release continued.

“Our competitive advantage will continue to expand–This brand refresh is a foundational step in making PRVN a more recognizable, trusted name for RV buyers nationwide. Our aim is to reinforce the value of buying from a PRVN dealer — where consumers can expect priority nationwide service, post-purchase perks, and a commitment to customer care that extends far beyond the sale.” said Schantz

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LITTLETON, Colo. – A team from the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) visited Littleton High School’s EPIC Campus on Tuesday, April 15, to get a first-hand look at RVTI’s long-term plan in action.

The Denver suburb’s campus offers vocational training for high school students who are interested in careers outside of the college track. Among courses offered are Level 1 RVTI certification courses.

“It overwhelms me with excitement that, as we approach year six of RVTI, that the long-term strategic goal of the true hub-and-spoke model is at work,” RVTI Executive Director Curt Hemmeler told RVBusiness after the visit. “I’m excited about EPIC being the first one to launch. This is a great partnership launching this and credit goes to Windish RV for kind of starting communications. Credit goes to Justin Rickett (RVTI senior manager for recruitment) who kind of said, ‘Hey, we’ve got something here’. And a big thanks goes to Grand Design and Don Clark who just donated a trailer to the school through Windish RV for the students to work on. This is exciting stuff.”

Assistant Principal Cathy Benton said EPIC’s purpose is to provide career track education for students who might not be interested in or financially able to attend college.

The school offers training in numerous trades.

“We’ll have an amazing future with it,” she said. “We feel like we’re opening up another doorway for students for their career.”

One student who went through the program recently was hired by Windish RV as a Level 1 certified technician.

Henry Schnelle already has started work at the Denver dealership.

“I went through the construction pathway training and then on to an electrical apprenticeship preparation class,” Schnelle said. “From that class, they brought us the opportunity to do a work-based learning internship. That’s when I first saw Windish RV as an opportunity.”

He said he enjoyed working with electricity and enjoyed carpentry but wasn’t sure either of the trades was what he wanted to do full time.

Working as an RV technician offered him the opportunity to keep his hand in different trades while being able to earn a good living.

“It makes me feel good about my future and possibly being able to afford a house within the next 30 years,” he said with a laugh. “But it looks like there’s a lot of room for growth in the industry and not like I’m going to be getting laid off or replaced by anything anytime soon. It seems like a good stable career that’s something I actually find interesting.”

Hemmeler said the RV industry can be something of an example to the trade profession world by taking advantage of programs like EPIC at a time when human resources can be scarce.

He said he credits the industry for investing in education to the point where RVTI can operate at a deficit so that students can explore career options outside of traditional pathways.

“In the past our industry has not valued the training and certification methodology like they should – that’s just the reality of it,” Hemmeler said. “But going forward, the youth of the future, they need the certification and there’s technology and things coming out that are very dangerous in high tech. Getting people certified in our industry, they get to support and promote and encourage certification from all aspects, whether it’s just a tech training or supplier training or OEM training. We need to have that certification in play.”

From a practical standpoint for parents of potential students, achieving a Level 1 or even Level 2 certification is far less expensive than sending their students off to college only to find they aren’t interested.

“We sometimes call it the parents’ savings program because the kids can come here and figure out what they don’t want to do before they spend years on tuition,” Benton said.

Dealers who would like more information about supporting such a program in their area can contact Rickett at [email protected].

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STOCKHOLM – The annual shareholders’ meeting of Dometic Group AB (publ) was held today (April 15) in Stockholm. The board of directors resolved that the shareholders could exercise their voting rights in advance (postal voting) in accordance with the Articles of Association.

Income Statement and Balance Sheet and Discharge of Liability

The annual shareholders’ meeting adopted the income statement and balance sheet and the consolidated income statement and balance sheet for the financial year 2024as presented. The members of the board of directorsand the company’s CEO were discharged from liability in respect of their management of the company’s business during the period covered by the annual report.

Dividend

In accordance with the proposal by the board of directors, the annual shareholders’ meeting resolved on a dividend to the shareholders of SEK 1.30 per share.It was further resolved that the record date for the dividend should be Thursday, April 17, 2025, which means that the dividend is expected to be distributed by Euroclear Sweden AB on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

Board of Directors and External Auditor

In accordance with the proposal by the nomination committee, the annual shareholders’ meeting resolved that the board of directors shall consist of seven members with no deputies and that the company shall have a registered auditing firm as auditor, without deputy auditor.

In accordance with the proposal by the nomination committee, the board members Fredrik Cappelen, Heléne Vibbleus, Jacqueline Hoogerbrugge, Mengmeng Du, Peter Sjölander, Rainer E. Schmückle and Patrik Frisk were re-elected as members of the board of directors for the period up to the end of the 2026 annual shareholders’ meeting. In accordance with the proposal by the nomination committee, Fredrik Cappelen was re-elected as chairman of the board of directors.

In accordance with the proposal by the nomination committee, the auditing firm Öhrlings PricewaterhouseCoopers AB was re-elected as auditor for the period until the end of the 2026 annual shareholders’ meeting. The authorized public accountant Patrik Adolfson shall be the auditor in charge.

Fees and remuneration

In accordance with the proposal by the nomination committee, the annual shareholders’ meeting resolved that remuneration to the board of directors for the period up until the 2026 annual shareholders’ meeting shall be paid in an amount of SEK 1,410,000 to the chairman of the board of directors and SEK 505,000 to each of the other members of the board of directors who are not employed by the company. In addition, remuneration for committee work shall be paid by SEK 240,000 to the chairman of the audit committee and SEK 110,000 to each of the other committee members and by SEK 110,000 to the chairman of the remuneration committee and SEK 57,000 to each of the other committee members. As a result, the total remuneration, including remuneration for committee work and based on the proposed composition of the committees, amounts to SEK 5,124,000, which is a decrease by SEK 256,000 compared to last year.

In accordance with the proposal by the nomination committee, it was resolved that remuneration to the auditor shall be paid in accordance with approved invoices within the auditor’s quotation.

The annual shareholders’ meeting also resolved to approve the board of directors’ remuneration report.

Authorization to issue new shares and/or warrants and/or convertibles

In accordance with the proposal by the board of directors, the annual shareholders’ meeting authorized the board of directors to resolve, on one or several occasions until the next annual shareholders’ meeting, on the issuance of new shares and/or warrants and/or convertibles with or without deviation from the shareholders’ pre-emptive right. Such resolution may provide for payment in cash, against set-off of claims or in kind or otherwise on special conditions. The total number of shares that may be issued and the total number of shares that shall be possible to subscribe/convert to under the authorization shall in total be within the limits of the articles of association and shall not exceed ten (10) percent of the total number of shares in the company at the time of the board’s resolution on an issue.

The purpose of the authorization, and the reasons for any deviation from the shareholders’ pre-emptive right, is to increase the company’s financial flexibility. Should the board of directors resolve on an issue with deviation from the shareholders’ pre-emptive right, the reason shall be to enable the company to finance the operations or to strengthen the balance sheet in a fast and efficient way, acquire companies, businesses or parts thereof with payment in own shares, warrants and/or convertibles, secure financial capacity for current or future possible acquisitions of companies, businesses or parts thereof and/or to enable a broadening of the ownership of the company. The issue price shall be determined in accordance with prevailing market conditions.

Minutes from the annual shareholders’ meeting will be published on www.dometicgroup.com no later than April 29, 2025.

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Campspot, a campground management and reservation software platform, is excited to announce a pilot integration with Spot2Nite, an online marketplace for outdoor stays. This initial phase enables select campgrounds to seamlessly connect their Campspot inventory with Spot2Nite, offering increased visibility and expanded booking opportunities without sacrificing control over pricing, payments or operational workflows, according to a press release.

A full integration is planned for release soon.

Through this pilot integration, eligible campgrounds can tap into over 69 million RVers and campers actively searching for their next adventure by:

• Displaying real-time availability and rates on RV, tent, lodging and glamping sites through Spot2Nite’s website and mobile app
• Expanding their reach to Spot2Nite’s distribution network of leading outdoor travel platforms
• Maximizing visibility through Campspot’s Elite Property Management System Partner designation with exclusive benefits like premium merchandising, dedicated content features, and targeted exposure on Spot2Nite’s homepage, emails, and partner channels
• Maintaining operational control, with bookings syncing directly into their Campspot system and payments processed just like any other online reservation
• Continuing to operate efficiently, with no setup costs or ongoing account management work required — Spot2Nite handles guest support and park profile management

The pilot program is now live, with a limited number of spots available. Campground operators interested in participating should submit this form, and a Campspot team member will contact them to confirm the next steps.

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Michael Hoover, a regional sales manager at Heartland RV, provides walk-through tour of the 2025 Heartland Cyclone 4014C Toy Hauler. From Heartland RV: Looking for a luxury toy hauler that’s ready for big families and even bigger adventures? Meet the 2025 Heartland Cyclone 4014C — a 46’7″ fifth wheel with a massive 14′ garage, TWO full bathrooms, and sleeping space for up to eight. Whether you’re hauling motorized toys or just need room to spread out, the 4014C delivers residential comfort and rugged capability in one incredible package.

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EDTIOR’S NOTE: The following is a communication from the RV Dealers Association of Canada.

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Campers Inn RV features Hunter Leininger, a professional ultrarunner and Campers Inn RV influencer, while he picks out his new Class B motothome, a Regency Broughham. Learn more about Leininger and his connection to Campers Inn RV here: https://blog.campersinn.com/blog/our-newest-influencer-hunter

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ELKHART, Ind. – Vixen Composites, an AIRXCEL brand, announced in a press release the promotion of Ty Miller to the position of OEM National Sales Manager. Miller began his tenure with Airxcel in 2023 as the Outside Sales Representative for the brands Dicor Products and Vixen Composites.

Marc Brunner, president of Vixen Composites said, “Ty has demonstrated exceptional sales acumen, contributing significantly to Vixen’s market share growth over the past year. His disciplined approach, strong customer focus, advanced organizational skills, and keen market awareness have been instrumental in driving success, and I am confident he will continue to lead Vixen’s growth in this new role.”

Commenting on his new position, Miller stated, “The RV industry offers a wealth of knowledge and opportunities, and I’m enthusiastic about continuing to grow and contribute to such a dynamic and innovative field. I’m excited about my future at Airxcel and within the RV industry as a whole.”

About Vixen Composites: Vixen Composites is a major supplier for fiberglass reinforced plastic and a manufacturer of custom composite panels for use in a variety of applications. Located in Elkhart, Indiana, Vixen Composites has been part of the Airxcel family of brands since 2016. VixenComposites.com 

About Airxcel, Inc.: Airxcel is the leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of the most critically functional products for the RV industry. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, the Airxcel family of brands includes 17 companies with 14 facilities across the U.S. and Europe. Airxcel.com

Contact: Airxcel Marketing, Mary Bourassa, 7755 Miller Dr., Frederick, CO 80504. 720-826- 9226; [email protected]

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