Top RV News: MAR 25, 2024

Genesis Named Distributor of AeroTek Composite Panels

ELKHART, Ind. – Genesis Products, a leading supplier of interior components for the RV industry, announced it will be the exclusive North American distributor of AeroTek composite panels. Crafted from a combination of fiberglass and polypropylene, Aerotek is up to 50% lighter than traditional plywood panels, without sacrificing durability, according to a release. ?

“We are excited to offer an alternative to lauan plywood panels with AeroTek, a product that directly addresses the evolving needs of our customers,” said Cody Harman, product director at Genesis. “We are committed to supporting our OEM partners by responding to their feedback with innovative solutions that contribute to our collective progress.”

Marcus Lemonis to Speak at Innovation Conference in Indy

Business executive, entrepreneur and media personality Marcus Lemonis is scheduled to be one of the keynote speakers at this year’s Rally innovation conference in downtown Indianapolis, according to a report by the Indianapolis Business Journal.

The event’s organizer, Indianapolis-based?Elevate Ventures, made the announcement Monday morning. Lemonis is the first speaker to be announced for this year’s event, set for Aug. 27-28 at the Indiana Convention Center.

Rally, which?debuted last year, is designed to bring together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers and educators from a variety of business sectors. The event features keynote speakers, breakout sessions, a demo area for startups, a pitch contest, networking opportunities and one-on-one meetings between entrepreneurs and potential investors.

Meyer Dist. Announces Partnership with Velarium by Airxcel

JASPER, Ind. – Meyer Distributing announced a new partnership with Velarium, an Airxcel brand, one of the nation’s leading designers, manufacturers and distributors of products for the RV industry. Airxcel is home to 16 industry-leading RV brands, including Dicor Products, Suburban, Maxxair and more, producing both interior and exterior components for RVs, according to a release.

Velarium became part of the Airxcel family of brands in December 2022. They are a premier supplier of vertical arm awnings designed exclusively for the RV market with a product offering that includes slide-out awnings and awning accessories. Their products are designed specifically for the RV lifestyle with consciously designed components to meet customer demand and supersede the unique challenges of life on the road.

“Velarium awnings are now available at Meyer,” announced Ben Johnson, RV Towing & Marine category sales manager at Meyer. “Velarium awnings feature a patent pending, easy-to-use pitch adjustment and great LED lighting.?Meyer can get these Velarium awnings to you and your customers on our nationwide delivery network. Call or visit Meyer Online to see how fast we can service you!”

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