(Nov. 15, 2011) -- All Go RVing Canada fans are invited to go on Facebook’s website, join in on the conversation with other RVers and ‘Like’ the new Go RVing Canada Page. They are also encouraged to enter the contest for a chance to win $100 worth of gas. One gas card will be given out every week until Dec. 25.
Tampa Show is 11th largest in nation
(Nov. 15, 2011) -- As listed in the annual Tradeshow Executive’s Gold 100, the 2010 Florida RV SuperShow ranked No. 12. The RVIA Louisville Show was ranked No. 7.
Court of Appeals upholds judgment favoring Forest River
(Nov. 15, 2011) -- The Court of Appeals of Indiana affirmed the trial court's decision after Craig S. Alvey appealed its judgment in favor of Forest River, Inc., claiming the court erred by concluding that his employment contract did not entitle him to 20 percent of the pretax proceeds earned from the sale of Forest River, reports Leagle.com.
Keystone introduces limited edition Raptor Velocity
(Nov. 15, 2011) -- “We’ve taken the most popular selling toy hauler in history (the Raptor) and given it even more of an attitude," said Rzepka. "In appearance, functionality, and downright luxury, there is nothing else like it. Consumers will fall in love with the total look and features; our dealers will be thrilled by the competitive advantage Velocity gives them. Velocity is a win for everyone.”
U.S. retail sales rise; Canadian manufacturing sales jump
(Nov. 15, 2011) -- U.S. retail spending posted a 0.5 percent gain following the 1.1 percent increase in September. In Canada, manufacturing sales jumped 2.6 percent in September following an unrevised 1.4 percent gain in August and a 3.3 percent jump in July.
Stag-Parkway receives Best of Hanover Award
(Nov. 14, 2011) -- Each year, the U.S. Commerce Association identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community, Stag-Parkway noted in a press release.
Sobel video demonstrates how to create a target market plan
(Nov. 14, 2011) -- "Imagine coming to work with three appointments scheduled for the day," Sobel said. "These are clients who know you, the product, the store and the price. Plus, they have an intent to purchase today. This is a better job!"
Southeast Publications donation raises $300,000 for Care Camps
(Nov. 14, 2011) -- At the KOA convention in Las Vegas last week, Southeast Publications presented KOA Care Camps a check for just under $38,000. That brings the company's total donation to more than $300,000 over the past several years.
Who is monitoring the RV industry’s image? – Part 1
(Nov. 14, 2011) -- "After 21 years, we had amassed a huge lists of accomplishments already, including a Fortune magazine cover, New York Times articles, Time magazine feature and AARP feature," said Gilanelli. "We parked several different classes of RVs in front of 30 Rockefeller in order for the Today Show to do a story. We had CNN doing a live broadcast from the Louisville Show. I told him (Ashurst) my wish list was to do it all over again."
FRVTA regional RV shows draw a crowd
(Nov. 14, 2011) -- "While it was hard to compare to last fall, as three of the shows were new this year, the people that did attend were very optimistic about purchasing in the near future," said Kelly, who noted the Tampa show collected 10 barrels of canned goods for Metropolitan Ministries.