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Regional chapters located within the state of Florida are arranged geographically to better serve the membership. The purpose of the regions is to help members protect their interests at the local level as well as advertising for public awareness. Most regions sponsor local RV shows each year. Regional dinner meetings are held quarterly, if not monthly, to provide members with professional contacts and educational, social and promotional programs.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Media Relations - FRVTA keeps the Florida and national media informed of programs, seminars and RV shows with press releases and public relation efforts that encourage the Florida RV lifestyle.
Promotional Tools - Materials are provided to members to promote the RV livestyle. Press kits, Lifestyle Videos and the RV Buyer's Seminar are all available for FRVTA members to use.
Promotional Programs - FRVTA promotes RVing in Florida each year by advertising in "Snowbird Issues" of northern RV publications. FRVTA also provides news releases, educational seminars and media interviews to encourage the safe and practial use of an RV and to encourage participation in the RV lifestyle.
PUBLICATIONS
FRVTA News - Published monthly with association activities and reports as well as timely information about the industry at the state and national levels.
Bulletins - Legislative developments and technical information are conveyed through special bulletins at times of importance.
Annual Membership Directory - Printed each year, this directory provides the public with a complete listing of FRVTA members and is open for member's adveritsements. Divided by regions, this directory lists company names, addresses, & phone numbers. These are distributed as an insert in Florida's largest consumer publications, by direct mail responding to thousands of requests and at major RV shows all over the state and the country.
MEMBERSHIP SERVICES
Credit Card Clearing Service - Through Financial alliance, FRVTA members are afforded the best rate available in clearing their credit card transactions, Visa/Mastercard, etc.
Airborne / Fed-Ex Discounts - As an FRVTA member, the best rates are available for your overnight mail needs.
NADA Guides - Discounts are available on NADA RV Guides and title books to all members.
Arthur Yellen Scholarship - Available to all members' employees and their families, this scholarship provides financial assistance to students working toward an undergraduate degree.
Lance Wilson - Executive Director
I oversee the entire staff and work closely with the Government
Affairs Committee and the FRVTA Legislative Consultant in Tallahassee.
I am also the staff contact for the Administration, Executive
and Education Committees. I represent the FRVTA in a number
of national organizations, the Tampa/Hillsborough Convention
and Visitors Association and serve on the "Go RVing" Committee. |
Dave Kelly - Marketing Director
I coordinate all the marketing efforts for the Florida RV SuperShow and the regional shows. This includes media planning, media buying, ad production, scheduling and follow-up. Also distributing press releases in a timely manner to state and national media. I am your contact for information on newsletter and directory advertising, Association publications, regional show and SuperShow information and am the contact for the PR/Communications and Show Committees. Email: davekelly@frvta.org |
Lesa Colvin - Show Director
I work with both supplier and manufacturer exhibitors in the
Florida RV SuperShow and coordinate the space drawing and booth
assignments. I run the registration unit at the SuperShow and
direct all traffic to and from the show. I also handle all aspects
of the Annual State Convention including scheduling, menus,
decorations, and overall Convention activities. I also serve
as a staff contact for the Show Committee. Call me if you need
anything related to the Annual State Convention or the Florida
RV SuperShow. |
Desiree Alfonso - Controller
I am responsible for all financial matters of the FRVTA including
the seven FRVTA regions. I work with the Finance Committee,
the State Treasurer and the audit firm that makes sure the FRVTA
complies with all rules governing non-profit organizations.
I also help the Regional Treasurers maintain their accounts
and see to it that the annual audit is accurate and auditor's
suggestions are implemented. |
Patty McCarson - Regional Show CoordinatorI am responsible for coordinating the FRVTA regional shows.
I work with each region to plan, maintain and organize the logistics
for all the shows which includes handling the licensing, insurance
and overall paperwork for the facilities, dealerships, and suppliers
of each region. I am your contact in the State Office if you
want to reserve dealer or booth space in the regional shows. |
Damarys Cuebas - Administrative CoordinatorI have a variety of jobs that help assist in the overall functions of the FRVTA. I oversee the general duties of the State Office. I answer the phones and have the opportunity to speak with our members and public consumers daily. I am responsible for the supplier vendors in the Florida RV SuperShow, so contact me if you want to reserve a booth. I am also in charge of registrations for the Super Rally camping and assist with the planning of our Annual State Convention. If you need information on these events feel free to contact me. |
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