Forest River Inc. Names Podgorny GM of Forest River Marine – RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News
GOSHEN, Ind. – Forest River announced the promotion of Philip Podgorny as General Manager of Forest River Marine. In his new role, Podgorny will oversee the company’s leading pontoon brands, including Berkshire, South Bay, and Trifecta.
With extensive leadership experience, Podgorny previously served as Vice President of Sales and Business Development for Forest River Commercial, and General Manager of Commercial and Government Sales across North America for Ford Pro. Podgorny significantly enhanced the Forest River Commercial portfolio during his tenure, driving growth in key markets and fostering strong partnerships.
“Philip has been an incredible asset to Forest River since joining us in 2023,” said Forest River Inc. Co-CEO David Wright. “His proven leadership and strategic vision make him the perfect choice to guide Forest River Marine. We are confident he will drive revenue growth, foster exceptional dealer relationships, and continue to build a strong culture within our Marine division.”
Under Podgorny’s leadership, Forest River Marine is positioned to strengthen its reputation as an industry leader, delivering unparalleled quality and innovation to pontoon enthusiasts nationwide.
“It’s been a privilege to work with Forest River and witness the company’s unwavering commitment to quality and excellence,” said Podgorny. “I’m excited to lead Forest River Marine and confident we will achieve new milestones together.”
About Forest River, Inc.
Founded in 1996 by Pete Liegl, Forest River, Inc. has evolved into North America’s largest manufacturer of recreational vehicles, cargo trailers, pontoon boats, buses, vans, and commercial vehicles. Its portfolio includes market share leaders in every category, and it is the country’s leading manufacturer of buses and vans for both the private and public sectors. Based in Elkhart, Indiana, Forest River employs 14,000+ employees in 100+ facilities in more than a half dozen states. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on customer satisfaction, Forest River is proud to be a Berkshire Hathaway company.
