5600 Executive Parkway, Elkhart, IN 46514(574) 293-2344

Stewardship & Governance

The Foundation

A nonprofit institution dedicated to preserving the heritage of the recreational vehicle and manufactured housing industries for generations to come.

501(c)(3) Nonprofit

A Registered Public Charity

The RV/MH Heritage Foundation, Inc. is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (EIN 35-161-3632). Every membership, gift, and grant directly funds the acquisition, restoration, and display of the artifacts and archives that tell our industry’s story — and contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

Governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and operated by a dedicated professional staff, the foundation is committed to transparency, sound fiscal stewardship, and its enduring educational mission.

Tax-Exempt Status

EIN 35-161-3632 · Federally recognized 501(c)(3).

Mission-Driven

Preserving history, honoring excellence, inspiring the future.

Volunteer Governed

An independent, unpaid Board of Directors sets strategy and policy.

Elkhart, Indiana

Home to the museum, Hall of Fame, and research library.

Executive Leadership

Office of the President

Daryll A. Milnikel, President of the RV/MH Heritage Foundation
President

Daryll A. Milnikel

President | RV/MH Heritage Foundation Inc.

Leadership

Board of Directors

Volunteer leaders who guide the foundation’s mission, governance, and long-term vision.

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Joe Stegmayer

Chairman

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Dana Nelsen

Vice Chairman

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Al Spencer

Treasurer

DB

Debbie Brunoforte

Past Chairwoman

TW

Tom Walworth

Secretary

JS

Jeff Scoular

Officer At Large

MB

Mark Bowersox

Director

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Steve Like

Director

RS

Ron Shepherd

Director

MB

Mike Bear

Director

DS

Dave Schutz

Director

SR

Spencer Roane

Director

BC

Berry Cole

Chairman Emeritus

Board service

Board Member Nomination/Application Form

Please complete the form below to nominate a candidate or apply to serve on the Board of Directors.

Expertise Areas *

Select every area that best reflects your experience.

Operations Team

The professional staff who care for the collections and welcome visitors every day.

DM

Daryll Milnikel

President

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Ryan Szklarek

Vice President

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Jose Rodriguez

Museum Director

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Gena McKeown

Event Center Director

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Terry Compton

Facilities & Grounds Director

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Gerald Mejia

Event Coordinator

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Tyler Howard

Guest Relations

TC

Tyler Cunningham

Event Services

YA

Yuritzi Alvarez

Social Media

AR

Angel Rodriguez

Guest Relations

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Laura Serafino

Guest Relations

A Legacy of Leadership

Historical Leadership

Honoring the founders, executives, and chairmen whose vision has shaped the foundation across more than five decades of stewardship.

Founding Leadership

Richard P. Robb
Arthur Rouse
Clifford H. Wilmath
Roy Kneip
J. Brown Hardison
Ward Patton
Ruth Kaseman
Thomas Lindsay
Curtis Fuller
Rex Cox

Executive Officers

  • 1972 – 1976Rex Cox
  • 1976 – 1977John Martin
  • 1977 – 1980Dr. Carlton Edwards
  • 1981 – 1983Herbert Reeves Jr.
  • 1983 – 1984Kenneth Rhoton
  • 1984Gene Keener
  • 1985 – 1990Vern Sailor
  • 1990 – 1993Mike Jones
  • 1994 – 2011Carl Ehry
  • 2011 – 2012Thomas McNulty
  • 2012 – 2025Darryl Searer
  • 2025 – PresentDaryll Milnikel

Board Chairmen

  • 1972 – 1975Richard Robb
  • 1975 – 1977J. Brown Hardison
  • 1977 – 1985Herb Tieder
  • 1985 – 1990Vern Sailor
  • 1990 – 1991Jack Tuff
  • 1991 – 1992Warren Jones
  • 1997 – 1998Greg Stout
  • 1999 – 2000Guy Veni
  • 2001 – 2002Steve Purdy
  • 2003 – 2004Dick Aker
  • 2005 – 2006James McGee
  • 2006 – 2008Dave Altman
  • 2008 – 2009Lon Larson
  • 2010 – 2012Bill Garpow
  • 2012 – 2014Barry Cole
  • 2015 – 2016Darryl Searer
  • 2017 – 2018Joe Stegmayer
  • 2019 – 2021Mick Ferkey
  • 2022 – 2023Leo Poggione
  • 2023 – 2024Debbie Brunoforte
  • 2025 – PresentJoe Stegmayer

Transparency

Annual Reports & Documents

We publish our reports and filings so members and the public can see exactly how their support is stewarded.

Need a document not listed here?Contact the foundationand our team will be glad to help.

Partner in Preservation

Your generosity keeps this heritage alive. Explore membership, sponsorship, and volunteer opportunities that fit the way you want to give back.