Roadtrek Inc. CEO Dane Found, who has led the Canadian RV manufacturer since the brand was re-established in 2019, is resigning.
The company announced Massimilliano Petrazzini will step in as the new CEO. Found will remain on board during the transition period between company leaders.
Group Rapido, a large European RV manufacturer, acquired and re-established the Roadtrek brand in 2019.
“Leading Rapido’s North American operations has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my more than 30-year career in the RV business,” Found said. “We have built a great team at our Cambridge, Ontario, facility, and re-established the iconic Roadtrek brand as an industry leader. With my departure from Roadtrek I look forward to spending more time with my wife, children, and grandkids, all of whom live in California.”
Group Rapido President and CEO Nicolas Rousseau said Found made an “indelible contribution” to the company by re-establishing the Roadtrek brand.
“Roadtrek is well-positioned for success,” Rousseau said, “and is looking forward to working with Massimilliano and the entire team in Cambridge to continue the growth of the brand.”
Found said he is confident the company’s success will continue under Petrazzini’s leadership.
“Rapido’s investment and commitment to its operations in North America has been constant,” Found said. “From my first meeting with Pierre and Nicolas Rousseau, through the uncertain early days of the pandemic, and more recently in my succession discussions, I have witnessed the integrity in which they conduct business. I have no doubt that Roadtrek will continue to grow its market share, to forge strong relationships with dealers and suppliers, to support Roadtrek’s quality-focused workforce, and to deliver innovative products that exceed industry and customer expectations.”
