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Contributor profile

Ellen Kietzmann

Freelance Writer & Subject Matter Expert

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

LinkedIn profile
16Published 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

16 articles published
01
Half-Ton Towable Travel Trailers: How to Shop Them by the Numbers
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
02
Airstream Interstate 19GT vs 24GT: Which Touring Coach Fits?
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
03
Jayco Jay Feather Floor Plans: Every 2027 Layout Compared
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
04

Editorial context

This author’s work is part of Searchshop’s editorial process, which pairs relevant experience with product research, live dealer inventory data, and manufacturer specifications.

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All Searchshop articles go through our editorial review process before publication. Our team combines hands-on product research, live dealer inventory data, and manufacturer specifications to help buyers make confident decisions.

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Winnebago Solis vs Travato: Which Class B Van Fits You?
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
05
Grand Design Imagine Floor Plans: Every 2027 Layout Compared
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
06
Airstream Basecamp vs Basecamp Xe: Which One Fits Your Camping?
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
07
Truck Camper vs Travel Trailer: Payload, Truck, Space and Price Compared
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
08
Best Toy Haulers: 2027 Picks by Garage Length, Cargo Capacity and Price
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
09
Airstream Alternatives: Aluminum, Fiberglass and Budget Trailers Compared
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
10
Grand Design vs Jayco: 2027 Prices, Warranties and Lineups Compared
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
11
Best Class B RVs: Six 2027 Camper Vans to Shortlist
Shopping For An RvOct 2026
12
Polaris vs Can-Am: 2027 Side-by-Sides and ATVs Compared on Price, Power and Towing
Brand Spotlight / ComparisonOct 2026
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