US recreational vehicle retailer Camping World has named its current president, Matthew Wagner, as its new chief executive.
Wagner will take over as CEO on Jan. 1, 2026, as longtime incumbent Marcus Lemonis prepares to step down.
Wagner will also join the company’s board of directors.
He has been President of Camping World since July 2024 and served as Chief Operating Officer from January 2023 to July 2024.
He joined the retailer in 2007 and has held senior positions, including executive vice president and senior vice president of sales, marketing and corporate development.
Wagner stated, “I am honored to take on the role of CEO and excited to build on our market leadership position, relationships and momentum we have created.
“We have a winning strategy, a world-class brand and team, and I am excited about the path forward as we accelerate innovation and elevate the customer experience across all channels. The road ahead is full of opportunities for Camping World.”
Lemonis will retire as CEO, president and member of the board of directors at the end of 2025 and will remain with the company as a co-founder and special advisor.
In a separate governance change, Brent Moody will become chairman of the board effective January 1, 2026.
Moody added: “On behalf of the board of directors, we thank Marcus for his original vision and its execution over more than two decades.
“He has been the driving force in building Camping World into the largest recreational vehicle (RV) retailer in the world. Marcus has been a tireless and trusted mentor, co-worker and friend for over 23 years. I know he has the utmost confidence in Matt and I look forward to him continuing to be a trusted advisor to the company.”
Moody has served on Camping World’s board of directors since May 2018 and has served as vice president since May 2025.
He brings more than 22 years of experience to the company, during which he has held various leadership positions, including President and Chief Operating Officer and Chief Legal Officer.
Camping World Holdings, headquartered in Lincolnshire, in the US state of Illinois, sells recreational vehicles along with associated products and services, and operates RV sales and service centers in 44 US states.
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