Top RV News: JULY 30, 2024

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Outdoor Recreation Roundtable Names New Board Members?

WASHINGTON, D.C.?– The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) is pleased to announce the appointment of three esteemed individuals to its Board of Directors: Charles W. Galbraith, Co-Chair of the Native American Law Practice at Jenner & Block; Chandria Harris, Global Chief People Consultant and Certified Executive Coach; and Renee Jones, Vice President of Marketing for THOR Industries.?

Jessica Wahl Turner, President of ORR,?expressed her enthusiasm for the new board members, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Charles, Chandria, and Renee to the ORR Board of Directors. Their diverse expertise and leadership will undoubtedly bolster our mission to promote the growth and success of the $1.1 trillion outdoor recreation economy. Their involvement underscores the dynamic and expanding nature of our industry and our steadfast focus on getting more Americans from every community access to the outdoors. As we continue to build momentum for the EXPLORE Act in Congress, their insights and guidance will be invaluable in advocating for policies that support outdoor recreation, access, and the outdoor recreation industry nationwide.”?

“The outdoor recreation economy plays a pivotal role in the health and vitality of our nation’s economy and in the lives of countless Americans, which is why we are pleased that Charles, Chandria, and Renee are joining the ORR Board of Directors,”?said Frank Hugelmeyer, President and CEO of the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Chair of the ORR Board.?“Their passion for the outdoors and their unique perspectives and experiences build on the work ORR is doing to expand the industry and help ensure access to outdoor recreational opportunities for every American.”?

Charles W. Galbraith, a citizen of the Navajo Nation, brings nearly 20 years of experience in Native American law and public policy. As Co-Chair of the Native American Law Practice at Jenner & Block, Galbraith represents tribal clients in complex litigation and major financial transactions. His previous roles include Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Arizona and serving in the White House under President Barack Obama, where he managed relationships with all tribal governments and Native American people, advising on political, legislative, legal, and media issues.?

OIA’s Climate Action Corps Releases 2023 Impact Report?

BOULDER, Colo.??– The?Outdoor Industry Association’s?(OIA)?Climate Action Corps recently released data from its 2023 Annual Impact Report, summarizing the group’s progress in protecting the outdoor experience upon which we all depend. A member-led collective of outdoor brands, specialty retailers, and suppliers both big and small, according to a release, the 2023 Climate Action Corps consisted of 75 businesses working toward a “shared goal of taking bold, collective action against climate change by reducing and removing greenhouse gas emissions across the outdoor industry, carving a new bold path for others to follow.”

When members join OIA’s Climate Action Corps, they commit to participating in an annual progress report to transparently report on sustainability progress and be held accountable for climate goals. The?2023 Annual Impact Report?showcases the collective progress of the Climate Action Corps which continues to make significant and crucial progress on measuring, setting targets, reducing emissions, and advocating for bold policy action in Congress. Progress reports for individual companies are also made available for increased transparency and accountability.?

“The impacts of the climate crisis we observed throughout 2023 underscore the urgent need for ambitious climate action and adaptation measures at local, national, and global levels to mitigate future risks and build resilience to a changing climate,” said Julie Brown, Director of Sustainability at OIA. “Through industry-leading programs and pre-competitive collaboration, we’re helping our members learn quickly to apply realistic and proven solutions to reduce greenhouse gases, innovate and adopt safer chemicals, and lead the charge for a more sustainable future.”?

Velarium Launches Velocity Switch for Vertical Arm Awnings

ELKHART, Ind. — Velarium, an AIRXCEL brand, has launched the Velocity Switch that can deploy and retract awnings at almost twice the speed of standard switches. The Velocity Switch uses proprietary technology to safely increase the speed at which awnings can deploy and retract. The integrated soft-start technology gently starts the awning motor, extending the motor life.

“The new Velocity Switch is designed with both our valued customers and dealers in mind,” stated Jeff Cowan, business unit manager for Velarium. “Our customers have expressed a desire to maximize their outdoor enjoyment with minimal hassle. This upgrade significantly enhances the user experience by halving the time required to deploy or retract an RV’s awning, thereby not only mitigating the risk of wind damage but also allowing for more leisure time. It’s a simple yet impactful enhancement that our dealers can easily integrate into existing systems.”

Velarium’s Velocity Switch is an easy-to-install upgrade that is compatible with current and existing popular 12V-powered vertical arm awning brands.

About Velarium: Velarium launched in 2022 as part of the Airxcel family of brands. Velarium’s awnings are built on the legacy and foundation of Airxcel’s unparalleled commitment to provide quality products to the RV industry. VelariumAwnings.com

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