by Jessey Sanchez | Jun 26, 2025
BIO
Walt Bennett joined Airstream in 1977 and promoted to vice president, Thor Industries, Inc., in 1983. He rose in the Thor ranks over the years and finally in 2011, he was named Thor’s vice president.
Bennett’s passion for excellence has had a significant effect on the RV Industry through Walt’s involvement with the RVIA. He served as RVIA Chairman (2001 – 2002). He has also served on RVIA’s Public and Legislative Affairs Committee Member since 1993. Walt’s no-nonsense, do the right thing approach has influenced many RVIA decisions that will continue to have an everlasting impact on the industry as it moves forward.
by Jessey Sanchez | Jun 26, 2025
BIO
A 35 year industry veteran, he has been instrumental in building his company through acquisition and development into the largest RV manufacturer in the world. He has earned the reputation of strongly encouraging his division leaders to become directly involved in industry organizations and associations of all kinds. Through the years, he has worked with several financial institutions to develop specialized insurance and finance programs to serve the needs of RV manufacturers, dealers, and consumers.
by Jessey Sanchez | Jun 26, 2025
BIO
He is the founder and Chairman of Thor Industries having built his company into America’s largest RV and small bus manufacturer by acquiring Hi-Lo, Airstream, General Coach, El Dorado, National Coach, Dutchman, Four Winds, Komfort, Champion Bus, Keystone, Damon, Breckenridge, Crossroads RV, Goshen Coach and the start up of Thor California. It is also recognized as the leading small passenger bus manufacturer making innovative fuel cell powered, zero emissions, transit buses. He is a strong supporter of industry training and educational programs and, from its inception, has been a key promoter of the Go RVing campaign.
