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In recognition of life membership. MR JOHN WOOD SENIOR. John’s business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit begun at an early age He started off buying, refurbishing and selling second hand caravans. In 1964, fleetwood caravans was born.
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In recognition of life membership MR JOHN WOOD SENIOR
John’s business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit begun at an early age He started off buying, refurbishing and selling second hand caravans
Fleetwood stores, also known as woodstock leisure industries
John owned the largest number of retail outlets in western australia. His marketing abilities and work ethic are a hallmark of his business.
As the Chief executive officer of fleetwood, john was determined to set the company apart from others.
John set industry benchmarks and was determined to never compromise on quality or integrity.
Past president of the ciawa, Formally known as the caravan trades & industries association (inc.) of w.a.
John founded the sir david brand award in 1972 “I recall an excited Sir David Brand, WA’s first Minister for Tourism, saying the award would come to symbolise the pinnacle achievement in WA Tourism. How insightful his vision!” John A Wood.
sir david brand award Recognising excellence in tourism Tourism awards: john wood, lady brand & Sir david brand
1979 sir david brand award night: June 25th 1980
1979 sir david brand award night: June 25th 1980
Fleetwood – founder of the sir david brand award in 1972 “Sir David Brand and Fleetwood intended for the awards to go on in perpetuity. I thank successive WA Governments, Industry Associations and importantly many unsung industry stalwarts for having the belief to ensure that vision continues.”John A Wood.
In 1987, fleetwood expanded into caravan parks and the manufacture of park homes
John created an industry specific insurance broking company. This became the driving force behind the first caravan, camping and Park home show in 1975.
Fleetwood was always involved with the caravan & camping shows
John has always been a man who gave his own time and personal resources willingly. In 1974 when cyclone Tracy hit darwin, john sent tents to help those affected.
Today, fleetwood caravans is now known as fleetwood corporation
John has now retired from the industry but his legacy still continues to this day
Please Thank JOHN for his invaluable contribution to the caravan & camping industry
In recognition of life membership MR RICHARD RAVEN
Raven caravans – commenced early 1950’s by Richard's father & grandfather
Richard joined the family business - ravens caravans, at the young age of 17
Richard and his father started up the coromal caravan dealership in 1978
The Coromal factory Where the dream was brought to life
Participation at caravan & camping shows - Coromal caravans -
It was never ‘just another show’. It was an opportunity to showcase the coromal brand
Participation at caravan & camping shows - Coromal caravans -
Richard, with rongadeke from cil insurance, receiving the award for best stand at the caravan and camping show
Long standing board member of the Caravan industry association w.a. Chairman of the show committee… Chairman of the promotions committee… Vice president – trades… President…
A Long standing member of rvmaustralia (in excess of 20 continuous years) Including: President (rvmaa) Committee of management member (rvmaa) Director of rvmaustralia
In 2000, coromal caravans received an award at the ‘caravans of the millenium’ awards
Richard Embracing his passion for the industry Friends of richard with their 4th coromal
A very special 40th birthday present To ‘ricardo the magnificent’!
A strong advocate of the caravan & camping lifestyle
Richard… is that a chair you’re standing on?
Family is always a priority for Richard. A proud husband, dad & grandfather