ELKHART, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Thor Industries, Inc. (NYSE:THO) announced the appointment of Amelia A.
Huntington to serve on its Board of Directors effective October 11,
2018. Ms. Huntington joins the Board after concluding a 30 year career
in the global energy management and lighting industries, most recently
serving as CEO, Philips Lighting America.
“It is an honor to join this world-class team at such an exciting moment
for the outdoor recreational vehicle industry,” said Ms. Huntington.
“Thor is a dynamic and growing company, building North America’s premier
recreational vehicles and guiding the global industry into the next
chapter of outdoor lifestyle, exploration & adventure.”
Thor Industries is the world’s most innovative outdoor recreational
vehicle company. With an unwavering focus on product design and
research, Thor continues to attract younger and more diverse consumers
and in 2017 manufactured more than half of North America’s entire
shipped inventory. In September of this year, Thor announced the pending
strategic acquisition of Erwin Hymer Group, Europe’s most prestigious
and largest manufacturer of RVs with $2.9 billion in annual revenue,
extending Thor’s global reach with an unmatched portfolio of brands,
diverse products, and an unsurpassed dealer network.
“With Amy’s decades of experience and successful track record in
corporate leadership and industrial manufacturing, Thor will continue to
lead the recreational vehicle industry and be the catalyst to connect
more families and friends to the outdoors,” said Thor President and CEO
Bob Martin. “Additionally, Amy’s history of civic engagement and past
affiliation as a board member of the U.S. National Parks New York Harbor
Conservancy strategically aligns with our company positioning and
passions.”
“It is a privilege to welcome Ms. Huntington to the Thor Board,” said
Executive Chairman Peter Orthwein. “Amy has shown remarkable ability to
manage and steer large organizations. As our brands continue the
tremendous growth we're seeing across companies, we look forward to
leaning on her experience and perspective.”
ABOUT THOR INDUSTRIES
Thor is the sole owner of operating subsidiaries that, combined,
represent the world's largest manufacturer of recreational vehicles. For
more information on the Company and its products, please go to www.thorindustries.com.
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