The RV Industry Association (RVIA) Board of Directors has reelected Ryan Elias, president and general manager of Leisure Travel Vans/Triple E RV, as chair for 2027, continuing his leadership of the association for a second term.
The board confirmed Elias’ reelection during its organizational meeting Nov. 10. The incoming Board of Directors also reelected the existing Executive Committee officers to their positions for the coming year.
Brett Randall of A-Liner will continue serving as vice chair, while Jeff Rodino of Patrick Industries was reelected treasurer and Coley Brady of Alliance RV was reelected secretary. Kevin McArt of Forest River will remain on the Executive Committee as immediate past chair.
RVIA President and CEO Craig Kirby also serves on the Executive Committee.
Kirby credited Elias’ leadership and industry advocacy during his first term, saying his continued involvement would provide continuity as the association works on behalf of its members.
“Ryan’s thoughtful guidance and unwavering advocacy for our industry have defined his tenure as Chair, and his continued leadership will be invaluable for a second term,” Kirby said in a News and Insights report of RVIA. “Alongside Brett, Jeff, Coley, and Kevin, this talented group of officers provides the strategic direction needed to support our members and drive the RV industry forward.”
In addition to confirming its leadership team, the board made appointments and reappointments to its director positions during the organizational meeting.
Toby O’Rourke of KOA was appointed to a one-year seat on the board. The appointment adds another representative to the association’s governing body for the coming year.
For the five standing director positions, the board voted to reappoint Bob Martin of THOR Industries, McArt, April Klein-Carroll of Lippert and Rodino of Patrick Industries.
Casey Tubman of Winnebago Industries was appointed to his first term as a standing director, joining the returning directors.
The leadership decisions establish the association’s board and Executive Committee composition for 2027, with Elias continuing as chair alongside officers representing manufacturers, suppliers and other segments of the recreational vehicle industry.