Board of Directors
Ryan Uhles, Chairman
Bakersfield River Run RV Park
Ryan has been managing Bakersfield River Run RV Park since the park opened in March 2007. Ryan was born and raised in Bakersfield, CA and worked many construction jobs before returning to Bakersfield to manage the construction of Bakersfield River Run RV Park. Prior to building the park, Ryan and his wife, Noelle, traveled the country living full time in a fifth wheel and fell in love with the lifestyle. As the park construction was completed, Ryan transitioned from construction manager to park operator. In 2015 Ryan was honored to be nominated as a board member for CalARVC (California Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds). Ryan is passionate about the RV and Campground industry and the opportunity to represent and support RVing and Camping in California.
Bakersfield River Run RV Park
Ryan has been managing Bakersfield River Run RV Park since the park opened in March 2007. Ryan was born and raised in Bakersfield, CA and worked many construction jobs before returning to Bakersfield to manage the construction of Bakersfield River Run RV Park. Prior to building the park, Ryan and his wife, Noelle, traveled the country living full time in a fifth wheel and fell in love with the lifestyle. As the park construction was completed, Ryan transitioned from construction manager to park operator. In 2015 Ryan was honored to be nominated as a board member for CalARVC (California Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds). Ryan is passionate about the RV and Campground industry and the opportunity to represent and support RVing and Camping in California.
Vice Chairman - Vacant Seat
Secretary - Jon Mackenzie
T-Bar T-Ranch
Jon Mackenzie began his journey into the non-profit sector while working with the Boy Scouts of America. That path introduced Jon to the RV industry which he has now been involved in for the past 38 years. Jon sat on the board of Holiday RV park for 15 years, 13 of which he proudly represented the park as President. Jon has also previously served 6 years on what was at that time the CalARVC, then CampCalNOW board, as the Secretary/Treasurer. After terming off Jon remained actively involved in the association and is ready and excited to rejoin the board of what is now known as the California Outdoor Hospitality Association as Secretary.
T-Bar T-Ranch
Jon Mackenzie began his journey into the non-profit sector while working with the Boy Scouts of America. That path introduced Jon to the RV industry which he has now been involved in for the past 38 years. Jon sat on the board of Holiday RV park for 15 years, 13 of which he proudly represented the park as President. Jon has also previously served 6 years on what was at that time the CalARVC, then CampCalNOW board, as the Secretary/Treasurer. After terming off Jon remained actively involved in the association and is ready and excited to rejoin the board of what is now known as the California Outdoor Hospitality Association as Secretary.
Tresurer - Vacant Seat
Jeff Brown
Basecamp Hospitality
Basecamp Hospitality Director of Marketing and Business Development Jeff Brown is a graduate of the Florida International University Hospitality Management School. Jeff began his career in the hotel/resort industry before moving into outdoor hospitality at Molokai Ranch in Hawaii and then on to El Capitan Canyon in Santa Barbara. His 24 years of experience in the industry also include positions at the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau, Warner Springs Ranch Resort and General Manager of the Vail Lake RV Resort and Campground. In his free time, Jeff enjoys camping off road in his Aliner, fishing, hiking and frequently finds himself on two wheels – mountain biking and on his touring motorcycle. Jeff is also an active board member of the California German Short-haired Pointer Dog Rescue and is a former member of the San Diego County Sheriff Search and Rescue Team.
Basecamp Hospitality
Basecamp Hospitality Director of Marketing and Business Development Jeff Brown is a graduate of the Florida International University Hospitality Management School. Jeff began his career in the hotel/resort industry before moving into outdoor hospitality at Molokai Ranch in Hawaii and then on to El Capitan Canyon in Santa Barbara. His 24 years of experience in the industry also include positions at the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau, Warner Springs Ranch Resort and General Manager of the Vail Lake RV Resort and Campground. In his free time, Jeff enjoys camping off road in his Aliner, fishing, hiking and frequently finds himself on two wheels – mountain biking and on his touring motorcycle. Jeff is also an active board member of the California German Short-haired Pointer Dog Rescue and is a former member of the San Diego County Sheriff Search and Rescue Team.
Erin Thiem
Inn Town Campground
Erin is the co-owner of the Inn Town Campground. Together with her husband Dan, they built the campground from the ground up and opened it for business in July, 2016. In addition to owning and operating the campground she is also the owner/operator of the Outside Inn, a renovated motor court motel in downtown Nevada City. Hospitality has been in the family for several decades and she is eager to share her perspective with the campground industry. Her passions include photography, social media and visual storytelling. A strong advocate for her community through outreach, she’s an ambassador for travel in small towns. She looks forward to rejoining the board to help continue to share the vision and advocacy Camp Cal Now does on behalf of the campground and outdoor hospitality industry in California and beyond.
Inn Town Campground
Erin is the co-owner of the Inn Town Campground. Together with her husband Dan, they built the campground from the ground up and opened it for business in July, 2016. In addition to owning and operating the campground she is also the owner/operator of the Outside Inn, a renovated motor court motel in downtown Nevada City. Hospitality has been in the family for several decades and she is eager to share her perspective with the campground industry. Her passions include photography, social media and visual storytelling. A strong advocate for her community through outreach, she’s an ambassador for travel in small towns. She looks forward to rejoining the board to help continue to share the vision and advocacy Camp Cal Now does on behalf of the campground and outdoor hospitality industry in California and beyond.
Jim Germyn
Coachella Lakes RV Resort
Jim is currently the General Manager at Coachella Lakes RV Resorts in southern, CA. Jim joins us with a vast background in operations. Jim began his career in restaurant operation for Bloomin Brands restaurant group and most recently he was Executive Director of Bella Villaggio a RCFE in Palm Desert where he demonstrated his proficiency in calm and confident leadership and was proud of the opportunity to affect people's lives in a positive way. Jim loves to spend time outdoors hiking, biking, and camping with his wife Victoria or just relaxing watching football or baseball. He has a passion for motorcycles and rides almost any chance he gets. “It’s an honor to serve on the Board of Directors for COHA. I admire the work the COHA is doing to bring recognition to the Outdoor Hospitality Industry, I’m excited to be a part of their growth, “says Jim.
Coachella Lakes RV Resort
Jim is currently the General Manager at Coachella Lakes RV Resorts in southern, CA. Jim joins us with a vast background in operations. Jim began his career in restaurant operation for Bloomin Brands restaurant group and most recently he was Executive Director of Bella Villaggio a RCFE in Palm Desert where he demonstrated his proficiency in calm and confident leadership and was proud of the opportunity to affect people's lives in a positive way. Jim loves to spend time outdoors hiking, biking, and camping with his wife Victoria or just relaxing watching football or baseball. He has a passion for motorcycles and rides almost any chance he gets. “It’s an honor to serve on the Board of Directors for COHA. I admire the work the COHA is doing to bring recognition to the Outdoor Hospitality Industry, I’m excited to be a part of their growth, “says Jim.
Zachary Weiner
BoaVida RV Parks and Resorts
Zachary Weiner is a regional manager for BoaVida RV Parks and Resorts. He is responsible for on-boarding acquired properties, aligning these properties with the company’s values, developing and implementing policies, and marketing platforms. His main priority is ensuring that all properties are safe, clean, and friendly, while increasing the value of the assets.
Over the past seven years, Zach has worked as a corporate pilot for a California utility company and aerial survey company. He has worked in management for a large packaging business and has an extensive background of computer networking and mechanical repair. He has also been involved in the mobile home park business for more than 12 years.
BoaVida RV Parks and Resorts
Zachary Weiner is a regional manager for BoaVida RV Parks and Resorts. He is responsible for on-boarding acquired properties, aligning these properties with the company’s values, developing and implementing policies, and marketing platforms. His main priority is ensuring that all properties are safe, clean, and friendly, while increasing the value of the assets.
Over the past seven years, Zach has worked as a corporate pilot for a California utility company and aerial survey company. He has worked in management for a large packaging business and has an extensive background of computer networking and mechanical repair. He has also been involved in the mobile home park business for more than 12 years.
Ruben Martinez
American Glamping Association
Glamping Hub
Ruben is the Founder of the American Glamping Association & Glamping Hub. The American Glamping Association is the only industry association in North America and it drives growth opportunities for new and existing glamping businesses through tools, resources and education to create a stronger glamping community. Ruben completed both his Undergraduate degree and his MBA with a focus in International Business at Regis University. He is an affiliate faculty member at Regis University teaching Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the MBA program. Ruben resides in Colorado with his wife and two daughters.
American Glamping Association
Glamping Hub
Ruben is the Founder of the American Glamping Association & Glamping Hub. The American Glamping Association is the only industry association in North America and it drives growth opportunities for new and existing glamping businesses through tools, resources and education to create a stronger glamping community. Ruben completed both his Undergraduate degree and his MBA with a focus in International Business at Regis University. He is an affiliate faculty member at Regis University teaching Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the MBA program. Ruben resides in Colorado with his wife and two daughters.
Why I Serve...
"California is a beautiful place and we are lucky to work in an industry that brings visitors here to experience all that our state has to offer. As a business owner, I've learned that California is also very complex from a regulatory perspective. CalOHA is in constant contact with legislators and regulatory bodies to ensure our interests are represented and the voices of campground owners are heard. Without the resources provided by CalOHA, our campgrounds would not be able to operate as efficiently and I'm grateful for the organization's efforts."
-Thom Niederkofler
-Thom Niederkofler
Call the CalOHA office for more information on participating on our board of directors and contributing to the future of the outdoor hospitality industry.
(530) 885-1624
(530) 885-1624
