NATDA NEWS
NATDA™ has announced its plans to launch an industry insights program called NATDAii , which aims to collect , analyze , and report anonymized data from its dealership network to generate actionable insights for the organization and its dealer network . Interested dealers can visit : www . natdaii . com .
NATDA announces newly revamped new product showcase and awards for the 2024 NATDA Trailer Show™ . Called Innovation Showcase , the program replaces the event ’ s New Product Display , along with the New Product of the Year and Most Innovative Trailer and Truck Bed awards . The revamp of the former program expands the product categories to be featured , providing attendees a full display of products and solutions to peruse prior to entering the NATDA Trailer Show Expo Hall .
NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Featherlite has unveiled its new Model 9400 Bumper Pull Horse Trailer . Featherlite has revamped the specifications on its existing lineup of trailers , including more standard features , many of which were previously optional .
Timpte is proud to announce the launch of its latest innovation to its equipment trailer lineup : Ramped Beavertail and Ramped Flat Deck trailers . Designed to meet its customers ’ diverse needs , these lightweight all-aluminum Ramped trailers provide a multi-purpose hauling solution suitable for a wide range of applications .
RETIREMENT / NEW HIRES / PROMOTIONS
Ridge Corporation is pleased to announce the following promotions : Ray McDonald , CEO / Co-Founder ; Gary Grandominico , Consulting Co-Founder ; Bret Moss , President / Chief Technical Officer ; Stuart Dailey , COO ; John Maynie , CMO ; and Sherry Pattison , CFO .
Pitts Enterprises and Dorsey Intermodal welcome Chad Lee as their new Territory Sales Manager .
Dill Air is delighted to announce and welcome its newest Technical Training Manager , Sean Lannoo .
M . H . Eby , Inc . is announcing the retirement of its National Parts and Service Manager , Robert “ Bob ” Martin , and congratulations him after 30 years with the company .
Velarium has hired Todd Vice as its director of aftermarket sales . Vice joins Velarium with 20 years of industry experience managing aftermarket sales of awning products , sanitation products and power systems .
Suburban has introduced a new pizza oven for their Elite Series Griddles . Now , RV enthusiasts can enjoy a stone-baked pizza wherever they travel . Dealers and retail outlets interested in learning more should reach out to their Suburban sales rep .
Covered Wagon Trailers is pleased to announce the appointment of Marc Peacock to Sales Manager . Marc is an industry veteran with 30 years in the trailer business .
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