Separate fee and registration required. The Certified Pool & Spa Operator (CPO) Certification, accredited by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), is the most widely recognized and state-approved certification in the industry. More than 30,000 professionals earn this credential each year, equipping them with the skills to operate pools safely, efficiently, and in compliance […]

Separate fee and registration required. As a park operator or manager, you're often the first point of contact when guests face technical issues with their RVs. Being equipped with fundamental RV maintenance knowledge can transform a potential vacation setback into a memorable stay, setting your campground apart with exceptional customer service. This program will provide […]

Day 2 of 2 – continued from Monday. The certification exam will immediately follow the completion of the class.

Gain valuable insights and expert perspectives at the Strategy & Research Mini Summit, where industry leaders Sandy Ellingson and Scott Bahr will share their extensive knowledge and experience in outdoor hospitality. This session is designed for RV park and campground owners and industry professionals seeking a deeper understanding of key challenges, emerging opportunities, and the […]

Learn about the need for privacy in creating a secure financial future and the asset protection that comes with privacy, and how protecting your assets can actually cut your cost of real estate investing.

Insurance costs remain one of the biggest challenges facing RV parks and campgrounds today. Since last year’s convention, the Florida-Alabama RV Park & Campground Association has been actively exploring captive insurance solutions as a potential way to relieve park owners. This year, we are bringing the conversation back to the 2025 Florida and Alabama Outdoor […]

Ben is Co-founder of Onera, an upscale landscape hotel brand, and Co-Founder and CEO of Oasi, an experiential hospitality marketing, management, and development firm. During this entertaining and import session you will discover: The journey of building and developing an experiential hospitality firm The vision behind creating unique luxury retreats and stays. What the modern […]

Join us for fun and networking open to all attendees and exhibitors.

This valuable session will reveal the latest data on the Outdoor Hospitality Industry with specific breakdowns of the Florida and Alabama markets. Gain a better understanding of RV Park trends, analyses, and forecasts, and most importantly, discover how to use this information to adjust your business strategies, so your park succeeds during these changing times.

People complain for only one of five reasons remembered by the acronym: G.R.I.P.E. – Get attention, Remove responsibility, Inspire envy, gain Power, and to Excuse their poor performance.  Understanding the real motivation behind any complaint and how to address each complaint will dramatically improve employee retention, workplace culture, customer relationships, sales, and profitability.

Grab a seat for a delicious lunch while listening to significant association and industry updates, a critical legislative report, advocacy efforts, and other valuable information about your association and what’s happening on the legislative front. Featuring: FRVCA Board Chairman Thomas Sparrow, Lobbyist and legislative Representative Marc Dunbar, State Representative Richard Gentry (R-27), and other Special […]

Join us for an enlightening discussion on ensuring outdoor recreation for everyone through accessibility initiatives. This session will explore innovative strategies, best practices, and technological advancements to make outdoor spaces, particularly campgrounds, more inclusive and accessible to individuals of all abilities. Whether you're involved in campground management, outdoor recreation planning, or advocacy for disability rights, […]

Learn how to understand your data and make decisions to enhance your revenues, which in turn enhances your bottom line. With attention and intention, it could mean 5-20% more revenue by utilizing tools and strategy

Join Jayne Cohen (Campground Consulting Group) and Emeka Nnadi (The Nadi Group) as they take you through the process of building, expanding, or redeveloping an RV park or campground - from an empty plot of land (or just an idea) to a fully operational destination. Through the lens of a real RV resort development in […]

Grab your favorite beverage and enjoy a sneak peek tour of the trade show while networking with the vendors and fellow attendees.