About Us
Tri-Am RV Center, Inc. is located in the heart of North Central Florida and is easily accessible. Directions from I-75 are simple. At exit 358, take CR326 east 4.9 miles. Make a right on CR200A. Tri-Am RV Center will be 1 mile south on the left. We look forward to seeing you. If you need specific directions from your area, click here to get driving directions from MapQuest or just give us a call at 1-888-363-7818. We'll be happy to assist you.
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Closed on Sunday
Please Call for Holiday Hours
Our Staff
Hi, my name is Gary Newman
I was born and raised in a small New Jersey shore community where strong family values, trust in others, honor in ones word along with treating everyone with respect were the way of life. As an adult these values were re-enforced with a tour of duty with the US Air Force, where trust, honor and loyalty were combined with pride of duty. These values have served me well throughout my life and career.
High points in life include my 30 year marriage to my wife/soul-mate and best friend, Barbara. Together we were blessed with 3 children, Steve, David and Alicia. A number of foster care children and a countless number of Boy Scouts. Each one unique with their own joys and challenges.
My wife and I chose to leave our comfort zone of friends and family and move to Ocala. It has been four years since making that decision and have enjoyed every moment. We purchased a small "honey do" home and made many new friends. Barbara is taking college classes at the local community college, while I have found a home here at TRI-AM RV Center.
The family values, trust, honor of ones word, along with the strong commitment of being the best RV dealership, is why I believe I have found the perfect job. I learn from every person I meet a little more about RV-ing and the lifestyle it offers. I look forward to meeting you to learn how I may enhance your RV adventure.
Gary Newman
garynewman@triamrv.com
Hi, I'm Mike Ballard!
Life is too short not to have fun. At least that is what my Pop-Pop always taught me. I will take the time to learn more about you, your RV needs and dreams. I will do everything I can to make your buying experience a pleasant one. What I've found in my seven years of retail experience is that so many people get caught up in shopping price, they forget about the most important part of the buying process. THE VALUE OF THE DEALERSHIP! As a matter of fact, most folks feel the most valuable thing to them is having a dealer that will take care of them. I would imagine you pretty much feel the same way. I assure you that here at Tri-Am RV Center we take great pride in being that kind of dealership. I firmly believe that anyone who invests in an RV anywhere else has done themselves an injustice.
Just a quick note about me. I am a native Floridian and have lived in the Ocala area for the past 34 years. I attended Maryville College in Tennessee on a baseball scholarship. When I returned home from college, I met my extraordinary wife, Barbara, on the softball diamond. (We are both die-hard ball players.) We live in an orange grove in Weirsdale with our three terrific children, Justice (7), Liberty (6), and Faith (6). Yes, as you can probably tell by our children's names, we believe in our country and the principles on which it was founded.
Thank you for your time and interest. I truly believe that no other dealership cares about or takes better care of its customers than Tri-Am RV Center. I look forward to working with you and making all of your RV dreams a reality.
Mike Ballard
mikeballard@triamrv.com
Hi, I'm Jackie Hawkins
I married my high school sweetheart Jeff, in 1981 and together we have two wonderful children who are grown, Ashley and Matthew.Marrying Jeff was the best choice I ever made in life and he is truly my best friend, confidant, support, and much more. I was born and raised in the small wonder Delaware, but currently reside with my family in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of Eastern Tennessee. Both Jeff and I have deep generational lineage to the south, making Tennessee home sweet home to us. We love the land, the people and the town of Erwin we reside in.I have been in the RV industry since early 2003, and helping customers find their dream vacation home on wheels is a career choice I love to do! It is my pleasure to meet the people, talk with them and share my enthusiasm for camping too! Sharing camping experiences and hideaways is a wonderful added bonus I enjoy with my customers! I have camped ever since I was a young girl and wouldn't trade it for anything. I have owned a variety of RV's ranging from tent to pop-up to motor home. My personal love and experience for RV'ing helps me assist customers effectively because I personally understand their needs and I understand the advantages of each style of camping!
Tri Am RV Center is a dream come true for me! It's a great dealership, that features highly reputable RV manufacturers that I am proud to represent, a state of the art Service Department with excellent Certified Technicians, a camping store that is stuffed full with goodies and necessities for every camper, a customer appreciation program that exceeds even my expectations, and most of all a longevity record of proven positive results in customer satisfaction of over 43 years! To sum it up, it just does not getter better than Tri Am, having a career in a field I love, serving the people I look forward to meeting, in a top quality dealership, with sizeable RV inventory of excellent reputation, and a facility that is designed to take care of customers start to finish! To top all that, there is three generations of the Perkin's family to assure customer's satisfaction when they choose us for their personal camping needs. Customer's for life is Tri Am's goal and mine.
I look forward to meeting and assisting you soon! HAPPY CAMPING!
Jackie Hawkins
Sales Consultant
jackie@triamrv.com
Hello, I'm Tom Peterson,
Just like so many others that you meet in Florida I am not a native Floridian. I grew up in a small town in western New York state that I called home for 23 years. After one fall season shortly after the leaves changing I decided that I didn't want to see the snow that year so I fired up my motorcycle and started heading south. During that journey I fell in love with Florida and decided I was staying. Since then I have met a wonderful woman, settled in, and feel like the Ocala area has been my home all along.
When you are looking for a new RV I understand that you have many choices, but to come across a dealership that truely cares about your needs is rare. For decades the family at Tri-Am RV Center has been has been helping customers make the idea of RVing a reality. If you are looking for basic camping or a more luxurious lifestyle let my 10+ years retail experience help guide you to the perfect coach for you. Stop in to receive the professional service you deserve and let me show you how easy it is to start RVing today.
Tom Peterson
tom@triamrv.com
Hi, I'm Alan Jonas,
I was born in Wausau, WI. and lived there for thirty two years. I've raced motorcycles for many years. When my wife and I would go to the races we would spend the weekends in our motorhome. My wife, Holly and I have lived in Florida for many years now. We have two girls, Jazmin and Jada. Our girls love to swim, so we all enjoy going to the ocean and water parks together on weekends, now.
I have five years of retail sales experience and am looking forward to assisting you with your RV purchase.
Alan Jonas
alan@triamrv.com
Hi, I'm Jay Cook,
Although I am new to sales, I am a veteran of quality customer care. Many years of service to this fine country has taught my the value and strength of the American spirit. Whether you want to travel shore to shore or just to the local state park, I will do my very best to find you the perfect RV for your adventures. I will be your guide through the many choices and options you have in the RV lifestyle.
I married my lovely wife, Cathi, in Sedona, Arizona on November 7th, 2001. We have two children, Chase and Skyla, who bring great joy to our lives. Cathi's family (on both sides) have lived in this area for over three generations, so we have deep roots to Marion County.
I hope to meet you soon, to help you and your family find just the right RV so you can travel and create the bonds and memories that last a lifetime.
Jay Cook
jcook@triamrv.com
