by Jessey Sanchez | Jun 26, 2025
BIO
He built the industy’s first giant production company producing 35-40 units per day from one plant as early as 1935. Developed the first national floor plan and consumer finance plan with CIT. He developed the process of laminating steel to plywood for trailer exteriors.
by Jessey Sanchez | Jun 26, 2025
BIO
Developed the first small water heater for trailers in 1945. He obtained the first laboratory approval of a gas fired appliance for mobile homes. A founder and long time member of MDNA Service School faculty. He later became a developer of luxury RV parks and developed Waste Away, one of the first holding tank chemicals.
by Jessey Sanchez | Jun 26, 2025
BIO
Pioneer builder of trailer wheels and axles. Long time officer of TCA, including President from 64 – 67. He served for many years on the joint TCA-MHMA Washington Affairs Council as a national lobbyist for the industry.
by Jessey Sanchez | Jun 26, 2025
BIO
Founder of the first multi-company Mobile Home and RV holding company, he was a long time activist and officer in TCMA including serving as its President. Founded one of the first trailer transport companies. He founded a finance company to offer no-recourse floor plan funding to dealers.
by Jessey Sanchez | Jun 26, 2025
BIO
Long time retailer, active as an officer of TCA including serving as the last dealer to be elected President, he helped to develop the TCA shows and to develop the California trailer construction code. His store is recognized as the first retail shop to include a body shop for structural repairs.