Nation's Largest RV Retailer, FreedomRoads/Camping World, Names New Market Manager of Arizona
LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.--The nation's largest RV retailer, FreedomRoads/CampingWorld, today announced it has promoted Kevin Wise to Market Manager of Earnhardt RV in Arizona. Kevin will transition from his current position as General Sales Manager.
In his new role, Wise will report directly to FreedomRoads and Camping World Vice President for the Mountain Region, Scott Jensen and will lead dealership operations of both the Mesa and Avondale locations. His job will include ensuring that each dealership operates profitably by continuing to enhance and streamline processes, ensuring leadership development and succession, identifying new ways to add value for customers and associates, and meeting the company’s core values and mission. Wise will also be responsible for taking advantage of the synergies between the dealerships and co-located Camping World SuperCenters due to open in Fall 2008.
“I’m very excited about this opportunity,” Wise commented. “It is an enormous responsibility that I feel well qualified to handle. The talented staff at both the Mesa and Avondale locations will help me to succeed and I’m extremely excited to work with FreedomRoads/Camping World in this capacity.”
“Kevin has been in a leadership role at Earnhardt RV for over a decade,” said Scott Jensen. “He knows the history of these dealerships and had been a key part of the organization.” Wise replaces former GM, Bill Furano who has left to pursue other interests.
About FreedomRoads & Camping World
FreedomRoads & Camping World is America’s largest RV and outdoor retailer serving a brisk and growing demand for the RV lifestyle. After having successfully co-located for several years at selected locations, FreedomRoads, a dynamic national network of well-established local and regional RV dealerships and Camping World, America’s largest direct marketer and specialty retailer of RV and outdoor camping accessories, service and RV sales, joined together to provide consumers with greater choice, convenience and value. Today, with revenues exceeding $1.7 billion, the company serves RV enthusiasts with more than 130 retail locations.
In addition to the sale, finance and service of recreational vehicles and specialty retail, FreedomRoads & Camping World also provides expanded products and services to enhance and protect the RV lifestyle. This includes: the President's Club customer loyalty program; in-store Performance Centers featuring RV and Car Insurance and Roadside Assistance Service; Camping World RV Institute technical certification/training program; Goodwill Ambassador Program; and the new campground discount program, Camp Club USA.
For more information, visit us online at www.FreedomRoads.com or www.campingworld.com