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Ellen Kietzmann

Freelance Writer & Subject Matter Expert

Former President, Blue Ox · Jim Barker Award recipient · 25+ yrs RV industry

LinkedIn profile
4Published articles25+Years in the industry

About Ellen

Ellen Kietzmann brings nearly 30 years of RV industry expertise to the Searchshop Media Network. She spent 22 years at Blue Ox — rising from VP of Sales to President — where she grew the dealer network from 100 to 2,500 partners and earned the Jim Barker Award, the RV industry's highest honor. She is currently Managing Director at RV Care Pros in Jacksonville, FL.

25+ years of industry experience

Areas of expertise

Recreational Vehicles (RVs)Cars & TrucksVehicle Dealerships

Articles by Ellen

4 articles published
01
Best Trucks for Towing in 2026
Buying GuideJun 2026
02
Towing a Motorhome: Expert Tips for Safe and Easy Travel
Buying A Used RvSep 2025
03
Best Trucks for Towing a Travel Trailer in 2026
Shopping For An RvSep 2025
04
RV Trailer Sizes: A Complete Guide for Towing and Travel

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Buying A Used RvSep 2025