- 1 At Large
- 1 Campground
- 1 Dealer
We are accepting nominations through April 30th. Download a Nominations Form today! Each seat is a 3 year term. For more information contact Brandy at the association office!bnelson@mmhrvca.org
MARVAC Member Mary Pouliot Receives RVIA’s National Education Service Award
Contratulations to MARVAC board member Mary Pouliot of Thetford/Norcold who was awarded RVIA’s National Education Service Award.
RVIA’s National Education Service Award recognizes those individuals who are instrumental in the development of educational programs in the RV industry.
Comments by Derald Bontrager: Mary has been heavily involved in RV Service technician education activities since she joined RVIA’s Industry Education Committee in 2009.
She became a member of the RVST Council in April 2011 and the RVDA/RVIA Certification Governing Board in July 2011. Last year, she was elected to co-chair of the Certification Governing Board.
When industry education stakeholders met in January of 2011 for the Certification Development Conference, Mary played a crucial role in the effort to review and modify the certification tests to support the new levels on the Certification Career Ladder that were developed. She was also instrumental in the development and implementation of the Technician in Training program that was launched so successfully last year.
There is no question that Mary is a tremendous champion for industry education issues who is constantly advocating for the development and betterment of RVIA’s RV service technician training programs.
2015 – 2016 MARVAC Camper & RV Shows
2015 Fall Detroit Camper & RV Show – September 30 – October 4
2016 Detroit Camper & RV Show – February 10 – 14
(50th Anniversary!)
2016 Battle Creek Camper & RV Show – February 18 – 21
2016 Flint Camper & RV Show – March 18 – 21
2016 Northwest MI Camper & RV Show – April 1 – 3
2016 Fall Detroit Camper & RV Show – October 5 – 9
RV Dealer Tie In Promo
More than 250 Dealers Benefit from Go RVing Tie-In Program
$15 Million Media Plan Spurs Leads, Materials Boost Visibility
SIGN UP FOR THE DEALER TIE IN PROGRAM
(Fairfax, VA) – More than 250 U.S. dealers are making the most of the $15 million Go RVing media plan for 2015, getting leads, professional marketing materials, and enhanced visibility through the valuable Dealer Tie-In Program.
Every RV dealer benefits form the visibility of the Go RVing campaign, but the Tie-In program gives participating dealers access to consumer leads generated by the national campaign. Leads are accessed online and prioritized based on purchase time-frame. Dealers in the Tie-In program can also purchase stock footage from the national campaign to create custom commercials and customize all the currently running national spots with 5 second bumps featuring their dealership’s name.
Dealers in the Tie-In program also receive special Go RVing branded marketing materials each year. The 2015 premium is a bright green and white string of pennants ideal for lots, showrooms, and special events, which visually connect the dealership to the high profile national campaign. The Tie-In program is affordably priced for dealers, at just $250 for a year of leads and access to other marketing materials.
The Go RVing Coalition, formed in 1994, consists of RV manufacturers, component suppliers, dealers and campgrounds. Go RVing works to provide the public and media with pertinent information about the benefits of RV travel. Go RVing works to provide the public and media with general information about the benefits of RV travel and camping and to foster customer satisfaction with the RV experience.
The Coalition was formed by representatives of the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA), Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA), National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) and leading state RV and campground associations to distribute information about the benefits of RV travel and ensure the quality of RV products and services.
To sign up, go to the RVDA website or email Chuck Boyd atcboyd@rvda.org or call him at (703) 591-7130 x113 or visit www.rvda.org.
2015 RV & Camper Shows
MARVAC is please to report that all of the 2015 MARVAC Camper & RV Shows experienced an increase in attendance this year! Thank you to all of the exhibitors for another great show season!
MARVAC Member Fix My RV enjoyed meeting RV owners and enthusiasts at the MARVAC Flint Camper & RV Show.
HARVEST Golf Tournament – Save the Date!
20th Annual HARVEST Golf Tournament
June 8th, 2015 – 10:30 A.M.
Mystic Creek Golf Club – Milford, MI
You are invited to participate in the 20th annual HARVEST golf outing on Monday, June 8th at Mystic Creek golf course in Milford, Michigan. Click here for the registration form. We are also seeking sponsors for this important educational cause. Click here for a sponsorship form. To date, HARVEST has provided 540 scholarships totaling $282,350.00. The Association would like to express its gratitude to All Seasons Communications for their continued sponsorship and commitment to this event.
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Insurance Coverage for MARVAC Members
Association members are eligible to participate in the Association Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy program through Reliance Standard Life Insurance Company. This policy is part of your annual membership fees.
Members are allowed one $10,000 policy, per company membership. This is good for one single individual of company designation. This coverage is automatic for MARVAC members who are in good standing.
If you have not completed a Designation of Beneficiaries form, or need to submit an updated one, click here to access it. Please complete the form and submit it to the Association office.
Call for Nominations for the RV/MH Hall of Fame Class of 2016
ELKHART, Ind., — The RV/MH Hall of Fame Selection Committee has issued a call for nominations for the Class of 2016.
Darryl Searer, Hall president, said, “The Hall welcomes nominations from all RV and manufactured housing sectors — manufacturers, dealers, campgrounds, housing communities, suppliers, user groups, trade media, associations, etc — for the class of 2016 and beyond.
“The nominating committee is especially interested in receiving nominations for deserving early pioneers who may have been forgotten, passed over or overlooked in the past.”
The nomination guidelines and forms available online atwww.rvmhhalloffame.org/pages/nominations.cfm.
MARVAC Survey Results / Position on Proposal 1
Thank you to those MARVAC members who took the time to complete the survey regarding Proposal 1 that will be on the Michigan Ballot on May 5th.
As you know this proposal, will ask Michigan voters to amend the state constitution to increase the state sales tax from 6 % to 7%.
After a lengthy discussion, your Association Board of Directors has elected at this time to take a neutral position based on various feedback from the members.
Thank you again for the time taken to complete the survey!
RECRUIT A NEW MEMBER!
As a member, you understand the value of MARVAC membership. Spread the word with your contacts and peers in the industry, and help expand our association. A growing MARVAC means greater recognition for the industry, more resources to support member programs, and a stronger voice when advocating issues with state and national legislative members. Click here to download a membership application.
