by Ken Loyd | May 1, 2026 | FRVTA News
I want to take a moment to wish Dave Kelly an awesome retirement and thank him for his 38 years of excellent service to the FRVTA. Enjoy and relax Dave! I also would like to take a moment to welcome Karina Policy to my team and the new FRVTA Marketing Director! I am...
by Sean Thompson | May 1, 2026 | FRVTA News
Message from the President This week, members of the Executive Board are attending the Florida-Alabama Campground Association Convention. It’s been a great opportunity to connect, and our new Executive Director, Ken Loyd, had the chance to speak about FRVTA and the...
by Andres Malave | May 1, 2026 | Legislative Updates
It was great seeing many of you at the 60th Florida RV Park and Campground Association Convention. We appreciated the opportunity to connect and share updates on our recent successes Tallahassee for the industry. We were also pleased to host Representative Danny Nix...
by Andres Malave | Apr 2, 2026 | Legislative Updates
The 2026 Legislative Session has officially concluded, but one critical responsibility remains unfinished: passing the state budget. For the second consecutive year, the Legislature was unable to complete its work within the 60-day Session. Lawmakers are now expected...
by Sean Thompson | Apr 2, 2026 | FRVTA News
Message from the President With April here, we’re wrapping up another very successful regional RV show season across Florida. I want to personally thank Patty Flanigan, Cole Costello, and the entire show team for the incredible amount of work they put in behind the...
by Dave Kelly | Apr 2, 2026 | FRVTA News
RIVERVIEW, Fla. — The Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) just completed the last of five regional shows held around the state and the attendance numbers have been mixed. The Fort Myers RV Show celebrated it’s 41st year of providing residents of Southwest...
by Dave Kelly | Apr 2, 2026 | FRVTA News
As I close the book on a 38-year career with the Florida RV Trade Association, I do so with very mixed emotions. When I interviewed for the job, it came down to two candidates and I was not chosen. I knew in my heart that this was the job I was supposed to have. About...
by Marissa Kaliman | Apr 2, 2026 | Dealer Compliance, Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices
Do you ever wonder why there is a notice at the end of vehicle purchase agreements that outlines what customers must do prior to bringing a Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) claim against a dealer? The notice is there to help dealers and...
by Traeanne Reynolds | Apr 2, 2026 | RV Dealers
As part of its continued commitment to supporting local communities, FRVTA Region 4 recently made a $500 donation to the Orlando Union Rescue Mission, one of Central Florida’s oldest and largest homeless service providers. The Mission remains dedicated to helping the...
by Dave Kelly | Mar 2, 2026 | Education, FRVTA News
The FRVTA will hold a one-week training course, April 13-17, for RVTI Level 1 Training and Certification. The weeklong class will be held at Aparicio-Levy Technical College in Tampa. FRVTA is working on getting a special room rate at a hotel near the college, more...
