Harold G. Walden

Harold G. Walden

BIO
Founder of the Maryland MHA, he served six different terms as association President. Having been a manufacturer and retailer, he worked tirelessly for legislation on standards and tax relief for the dealers and park operators in Maryland.

Sydney Adler

Sydney Adler

BIO
Pioneer developer of land-home communities beginning in 1954, developed over 12,000 homesites in communities in 6 states. Lecturer and consultant at planning groups and universities as well as to governmental bodies on both state and national levels.

Gerald Brookins

Gerald Brookins

BIO
Pioneer community developer who included underground utilities including natural gas and on site shopping in his communities in the early 1950’s. Designed and manufactured the first all electric manufactured home. Long time activist for industry legislation in Ohio.

Lisa Drake Conner

Lisa Drake Conner

BIO
Long time spokesperson for industry affairs both with several industry companies and representing MHMA/MHI with media events and legislative bodies. Through her efforts, in and out of the industry, many stereotypes of industry products were erased and acceptance was greatly enhanced.

C.W. Hoffman

C.W. Hoffman

BIO
Through his efforts as President of the N.J. Trailer Park Owners Association, the park owners and retailers were combined forming the NJMHA. He also brought the N.J. RV retailers into the Association and promulgated the state health code for MH parks which became a national model.