Biography
Having started his life as an electronic engineering technician, Manning changed his career path in 1985 when he joined Tom Manning & Associates as a salesman. Training under his father’s guidance, he quickly learned sales and business acumens that he has been able to apply to his work throughout his career. An array of experiences within the industry have been ascertained as Manning has spent his career working with and learning from all segments of the market, including distributors, dealers, coach builders and consumers.
Manning served as an executive board of director for the RV Aftermarket Association before it was merged into RVIA. He has served on countless committees within the defunct association and was awarded RVAA’s highest honor for career achievements, the Jim Barker Award.
Manning is also the owner of AP Products, an OE and aftermarket supplier.
