RV Aftermarket Excellence Honored in Orlando, FL
The 2026 RV Aftermarket Conference is taking place this week in Orlando, FL. Attendees gathered on Wednesday, August 12, to recognize the aftermarket members dedicated to excellence and growth in RV parts and accessories with the RV Aftermarket Awards.
Emceed by Stromberg Carlson President Bob Brammer and BAL RV Products Aftermarket Sales Manager John Hawkins, the awards program celebrates high-achieving individuals, suppliers, distributors, rep groups, and products. Additionally, the Lifetime Achievement Award was also presented to Cathy Sutton and John Hawkins.
Recognized this year in the following categories were:
2026 Supplier of the Year
2026 Supplier of the Year: Creative Products Group
The Aftermarket Supplier of the Year recognizes the most outstanding Supplier in the aftermarket segment and is voted on by all Distributor members. Distributors look at customer service, staff expertise, fill rate, and the ability to launch new products, among other criteria, to determine our finalists and winner.
Finalists: Camco, Creative Products Group, Hughes Autoformers
2026 RV Aftermarket Product of the Year
2026 RV Aftermarket Product of the Year: B&W Trailer Hitches
Each year, the RV Aftermarket Awards recognize new products that have entered the market since the last conference. There were over 20 entries this year. A panel of dealers and distributors considered innovation, value, and usability among other criteria to determine the finalists.
Finalists: B&W Trailer Hitches Fifth Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter, Camco RV Skylight Vent Fan Plus, MaxxAir Pivot Fan
2026 Chairman's Award
2026 Chairman's Award: Chris Cieto and Raymond Padgett
RV Industry Association (RVIA) Chairman’s Award is a special honor presented annually by the RV Industry Association Aftermarket Committee Chair during the vertical's aftermarket conference. It recognizes outstanding individual or corporate contributions, leadership, and service to the RV aftermarket community.
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