The RV Industry Association (RVIA) Board of Directors elected Mary Pouliot, executive vice president of Thetford, as the 2025 Chair of the Board during its organizational meeting on November 12.
Pouliot, who previously served as vice chair of the board and chair of the RV Technical Institute (RVTI), will begin her one-year term on January 1, 2025.
According to a News and Insights report of RVIA, Craig Kirby, RVIA president and CEO, expressed confidence in Pouliot’s leadership abilities, stating, “Mary’s dedication to the RV industry and her proven leadership skills make her the ideal person to guide the RV Industry Association into the future. We are thrilled to have her as our new Chair.” Kirby also acknowledged the contributions of outgoing Chair Kevin McArt, applauding his leadership over the past two years.
The organizational meeting also resulted in the election of new executive committee officers for the Board of Directors. Ryan Elias of Leisure Travel Vans/Triple E RV was elected vice chair, while Brett Randall of Aliner was named treasurer.
Jeff Rodino of Patrick Industries also joined the executive committee as secretary. Outgoing Chair Kevin McArt will continue to serve in a leadership capacity as immediate past chair.
RVIA represents the collective interests of the RV sector, serving as the “leading trade voice” for over 50 years. With offices in the Washington, D.C. area and Elkhart, Indiana, the association represents more than 500 manufacturers, suppliers, and aftermarket companies that contribute to a $140 billion industry. Together, these members produce 98% of all RVs in the United States and approximately 60% of RVs worldwide.
The association also advocates the RV industry through initiatives that ensure high standards, expand consumer markets, and support workforce development. It conducts unannounced inspections of member manufacturing plants to maintain adherence to industry-approved standards and works with lawmakers to advocate for a favorable business environment.
Additionally, it drives consumer engagement through the Go RVing campaign and represents industry needs by training technicians through the RVTI.
