RVIA is set to host its 2025 Aftermarket Conference 2.0, offering an expanded scope and audience, building on its rich 50-year history.
The event will serve as the kickoff to the upcoming model year. Members can discuss plans for new products, shows, catalogs and overall seasonal strategies.
Aftermarket Committee Chairman John Tinghitella shared his vision for the conference’s growth.
“For over five decades, the Aftermarket Conference has been a crucial platform for suppliers and distributors,” Tinghitella said. “It is where they gather for a week of focused small group meetings—often described as a ‘speed dating’ format—alongside insightful speakers, panels, workshops and invaluable networking opportunities.”
Jarrod McGhee, FunTown RV owner and president, will deliver the keynote address on Tuesday, Aug. 12. RVIA said McGhee’s recent participation in the Leadership Conference panel in March left a strong impression.
“Jarrod’s understanding and focus on today’s RVer deeply resonated with me,” Tinghitella said. “His message is precisely what we in the aftermarket need to hear to effectively attract and retain consumers within the RV lifestyle.”
Tinghitella said the conference has made strategic enhancements for the upcoming event.
“A key initiative is extending special invitations to eight select RV Dealers, inviting them to join the conversation and bring the vital perspective of those closest to the RV buyer,” Tinghitella said. “This aligns perfectly with our charter and mission: to drive the best possible outcomes for RV consumers in aftermarket parts and accessories. By fostering this collaboration, we believe suppliers and distributors will experience an even more valuable and impactful event.”
The 2025 Aftermarket Conference will be held at the Embassy Suites hotel in San Antonio, Texas, from August 11 to 14. To learn more about the event and to register, click here.
