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Trucking Consulting Firm, Ahern and Associates Develops New Strategic Alliance; Introduces New Services for LTL and Truckload Carriers

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:56:57 +0000

Ahern and Associates further expands its portfolio of services to meet heavy demand in trucking industry to locate equipment for expanding companies or dispose of used equipment for LTL and Truckload carriers.

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, January 31, 2012 — Further adding to their broad catalog of transportation industry services which include mergers and acquisitions, operational reviews of transportation, freight brokers and warehousing companies as well as partnership programs, DOT compliance reviews and PEO leasing programs. Ahern and Associates, Ltd. has answered the call of increasing demand to efficiently locate quality used equipment for growing LTL and Truckload carriers at favorable pricing. In addition, through new, nationwide strategic alliances, Ahern now has the ability to sell-off or dispose of used equipment from downsizing carriers as well.

Often credited for extensive trucking and logistics company reorganizations and for putting together some of the largest acquisition deals throughout the transportation industry, Ahern and Associates, while already on pace to eclipse 2011's record year, continues to evolve by adding these much needed services to their portfolio.

By eliminating retail middlemen and negotiating pricing nationwide, Ahern's new service will work closely with owners of LTL and Truckload carriers to fulfill specific used equipment needs at the most favorable pricing available whether the need is one truck or 300. With the cost of new equipment rising, many small to medium sized trucking companies are being forced to look for good used equipment in order to satisfy growth. Unfortunately, a gap has been left in the marketplace which hasn't provided a surplus of quality used equipment making sourcing increasing difficult—until now.
Recognizing that large lenders unfortunately do not look favorably upon Middle America transportation companies which Ahern regularly services, the firm is also in process of securing specific financing packages for small to medium sized carriers, providing a true one-stop equipment sourcing service.

In addition, as a byproduct of economic survival, Ahern is seeing many companies downsize, forcing them to quickly liquidate unwanted equipment. Ahern's new service also provides a medium to unload such equipment and dispose of it without costly brokerage fees.

"Although the trucking industry is improving its profitability, the economy is not improving at the same rate. It is still very difficult for small to medium size trucking companies to be able to secure adequate financing for receivables and truck and trailer purchases," commented Andy Ahern, CEO of Ahern Associates

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:

Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
http://www.PhoenixMarketingAssociates.com
602-282-0202

Transportation Company Acquisition Consultants, Ahern and Associates to Assist TransCorr National Logistics with Expansion

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:54:16 +0000

TransCorr National Logistics initiates aggressive growth plan; Ahern and Associates to seek acquisition targets.

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, January 11, 2012 — Complementing TransCorr National Logistics' already swift organic growth, management has decided to accelerate their growth strategy through strategic acquisitions and have engaged the top transportation acquisition firm in the industry, Ahern and Associates, Ltd.

Recognizing the fact that their current team and efficient operations can now handle more freight, TransCorr National Logistics is now implementing a more aggressive expansion strategy, targeting an impressive five to ten new locations in 2012. With locations in Green Bay, WI, St. Louis, MO, Traverse City, MI, Cincinnati, OH and Atlanta, GA, the Grand Rapids MI, based carrier logistics company is seeking to acquire a company with a strong management team in place who wishes to remain on board and generates between $5MM to $10MM in annual revenue.

Known for delivering acquisition targets and streamlining operations of companies of all sizes--from the largest publicly traded carriers to the regional independent contractor based companies, is Andy Ahern, CEO of Ahern and Associates who will be assisting TransCorr National Logistics' efforts. This most recent assignment adds to Ahern's January announcement of fourteen open acquisition needs to kick off 2012.

"Andy Ahern was introduced to us by a strong referral—he has really taken the time to thoroughly explain the entire acquisition process and has provided excellent follow up," explained Gordy Ferguson, CEO of TransCorr National Logistics.

"TransCorr National Logistics represents a movement within transportation where we're seeing the dominant players no longer being satisfied with organic growth, but taking things a step further through smart, strategic acquisitions," explained Ahern.

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:

Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
http://www.PhoenixMarketingAssociates.com
602-282-0202

Ahern and Associates Engaged to Facilitate Specialized Carrier Acquisition Search for EZE Trucking

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:56:20 +0000

EZE Trucking taps trucking consulting firm to provide acquisition targets which fit expansion criteria.

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, January 9, 2012 — For the second time in less than one year, Ahern and Associates, Ltd., the nation's leading trucking acquisition firm, has been hired to provide viable acquisition targets for the rapidly expanding EZE Trucking. EZE Trucking is a specialized transportation and logistics business operating in the Western half of the United States. The Company operates out of terminals located in California, Texas, Arizona, and Wyoming and provides its service through its own assets, owner operators and an in-house logistics division capable of brokering freight nationally.

This most recent assignment comes on the heels of last year's successful acquisition of Bakersfield, CA based Patterson Motor Freight. EZE Trucking is looking to further expand its business and partner with entrepreneurs who wish to build a dominant specialized trucking company.

The consultants at Ahern and Associates are currently seeking specialized carriers or freight brokers who match EZE's strategic growth criteria. EZE seeks to partner with businesses generating at least $5MM or more of total revenue for 2011 and in the following industries:

Oil and gas
Infrastructure
Utilities
Aerospace
Jet engine transportation
Department of Defense

"We're very pleased to be assisting EZE Trucking in their second acquisition search with our firm and look forward to exceeding expectations," commented Andy Ahern, CEO of Ahern and Associates.

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:
Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
http://www.PhoenixMarketingAssociates.com
602-282-0202

Transportation Acquisition Consultants, Ahern and Associates Announces Fourteen New Open Acquisition Needs for 2012

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 11:16:17 +0000

Off to a blazing start for 2012, Ahern and Associates seeks client matches to fourteen new acquisitions within the trucking and logistics industries.

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, January 4, 2012 — For individual transportation companies looking to be part of a larger organization or simply sell their company, 2012 is your year according to Ahern and Associates, Ltd.; the nation's leading trucking and logistics acquisition firm.

Ahern and Associates announces fourteen open acquisition needs from clients ranging from well known public companies to regional carriers, logistics agents, private equity firms and everywhere in between. Ahern's current client base is seeking opportunities for expansion into every corner of the country whether you're a regional carrier, freight broker, asset or non-asset based, intermodal or independent contractor company.

The following open acquisition needs are to be filled immediately and can close in as little as 60 days:

Client 1

Acquisition client 1 is a fast growing logistics company looking for freight brokers that are between $4MM-$10MM of annual revenue.

* Management must be willing to stay and grow the business.
* Gross profit margins must be 15% and higher.
* Client is looking to acquire 5 opportunities in 2012

Client 2

Client 2 is a well recognized flatbed company looking to acquire an asset base profitable carrier located in North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Wyoming or Colorado.

* Revenue should be between $10MM to $50MM and company should be profitable.
* Looking for a company that has an agricultural component (tractors, farm implement equipment/ oil & gas pipe movements construction equipment).
* Client would like to close opportunity within first or second quarter of 2012.

Client 3

Acquisition client 3 is a larger family owned business looking to expand their non-asset business model and is looking to acquire a non-asset based intermodal focused broker:

* Company must demonstrate experience in the IMC space.
* Must be profitable and have willingness to structure an "earn out".
* Client willing to pay a multiple of EBITDA based upon earning performance.

The client is looking for an opportunity to expand the business. Small brokers that believe growth can be achieved with a strong financial partner are good candidates.

Client 4

The fastest growing logistics company in the country is looking to acquire freight brokers that are looking for growth opportunities:

* Minimum revenue - $10MM.
* Maximum revenue - $100MM.
* Client is willing to pay market EBITDA for a company that demonstrates consistent growth and profit over the last 3 years.
* Closing can be completed in 60-90 days.
* Management must be willing to stay for at least a 3-5yr period.

Client 5

Client 5 is a private equity firm looking to acquire a profitable specialized flatbed carrier in the Western States.

* Must be profitable - minimum of $1MM EBITDA.
* Revenue should be $20MM-$100MM.
* Should be involved in specialized and over dimensional movements.
* Not interested in crane and rigging business.
* Will purchase an asset based carrier.

Client 6

Client 6 is a well known private equity firm that's been in the industry for many years and is looking in two specific areas:

Logistics providers that generate in excess of $100MM of annual revenue with the following requirements:
* Minimum EBITDA - $5MM.
* Must have a strong management team.
* Management team must be willing to stay and go forward.
* They will pay between 5 - 7 times EBITDA, based upon revenue size and EBITDA.

Air freight forwarders:
* The air freight forwarder needs to have a substantial amount of business overseas, preferably in Asia or China.
* The company has to generate a minimum of $5MM of EBITDA
* The client is willing to pay a very favorable price for a company that is profitable and has a strong management team.

Client 7

Acquisition client 7 is a trucking company with the following requirements:

* They are looking for opportunities in the following areas: Texas, Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, Missouri, South Carolina, Colorado, Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and North Carolina.
* The length of haul has to be under 700 miles - they're not interested in cross country or teams, and no less than truckload.
* The company is interested primarily in van carriers that do not haul specialized equipment and are not interested in cross border work.
* Potential company must be non-union and must have a satisfactory DOT safety rating - if you have a conditional or unsatisfactory, they will not consider.
* They're looking for companies that generate $20MM - $70MM of annual revenue
* Potential deal can close within 60-90 days.

Client 8

Family owned business working to expand. The client will look at several different types of opportunities.

* A company tank operation that hauls food, juice, wine, liquid and fertilizer.
* Revenue would be between $4MM-$12MM annually.
* Target areas would be; Arizona, California, Nevada, Washington and Oregon.

As an alternative:
* A company refrigerated carrier.
* Revenue between $5MM- $10MM
* Target areas: Arizona, California, Washington and Oregon.

Client would prefer company equipment.

Client 9

Client 9 is looking for agents, but their program is very unique.

* They're part of a publicly owned corporation and are willing take over the "entire back office as well as buy trailers and lease them back or buy trailers and put them into your system.
* They have an asset truck following in their overall company "foot print".
* The company charges approximately 5% of the line haul revenue, plus insurance for cargo legal liability and bodily injury property damage.
* They offer quick pay and fuel discounts and may consider financing tractors.
* The client does the billing, collecting and credit checks as well as the receivable financing and the safety and DOT.
* Client will review asset and non-asset based companies.

Client 10

Acquisition client 10 is a publicly traded company looking for carriers that specialize in ocean or rail intermodal.

* Client would prefer independent contractors with gross revenue of $10MM and up and that the company is profitable and wants to become part of a larger organization.

Additionally, this client is looking for companies that specialize in over the road van operations, as well as flatbed operations.

Client 11

Client 11 is a well-known West Coast company that generates $200MM - $300MM of annual revenue.

They're looking in 3 specific areas in the California area:

* Intermodal drayage companies that are predominantly independent contractors.
* Less than truckload carriers that are predominantly independent contractors.
* Traditional van carriers that are predominantly independent contractors.

The company is willing to pay a fair price and can close quickly.

Client 12

Acquisition client number 12 is a large well-known trucking company looking to acquire dedicated contract carriers. They want to acquire companies that have 3 - 5 year dedicated contracts that are written and pay all miles.

* They're willing to pay 4 - 6 times EBITDA based upon size of revenue and profitability.
* They're not interested in automotive contracts within the auto industry.
* They are historically looking for company owners looking for an exit strategy and want to stay on for some time period.

Client 13

Client 13 is a well known non-asset based flatbed carrier looking to expand.

* Ideal revenue size $5MM- $50MM.
* Must be predominately an independent contractor.
* Marginal profitability is acceptable.
* Ideal locations would be; Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, Kentucky, Arkansas, Missouri, North & South Carolina.

Client 14

Client 14 is a well known company that is non-asset based and looking to acquire independent contractor businesses.

* Minimum revenue $50MM
* Must be profitable with diverse customer base.
* Van, flatbed, refer
* Must have satisfactory CSA no conditional companies.

These are clients that have signed contracts with Ahern and are currently looking for opportunities. In some instances, Ahern has sold them companies in the past, and they're looking to acquire additional companies. In other cases, the acquisition searches are new.

If your company is a match to any of these needs, or you know of a company that is a potential match, you are urged to contact Andy Ahern at 602-242-1030 immediately.

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:

Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
http://www.PhoenixMarketingAssociates.com
602-282-0202

Transportation Industry Supports the Needy Through Ahern and Associates' 11th Annual Food Drive for St. Mary's Food Bank

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:47:04 +0000

Esteemed transportation executive summons colleagues throughout the trucking and logistics industries to support annual food drive.

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, December 8, 2011—Like clockwork, the annual notice goes out. Andy Ahern, CEO of Ahern and Associates, Ltd. calls upon and challenges his peers within the transportation industry to support his annual food drive to benefit St. Mary's Food Bank; the nation's first and largest food bank.

Drawing upon his 40+ years of working within the trucking and logistics industries, Ahern has developed an extensive list of friends and contacts who ritually support his annual plight—from the one to two truck operator up to CEO's and Chairmen of some of the largest public companies in transportation.

Based in Phoenix, AZ, St. Mary's Food Bank prides itself in maintaining extremely high levels of operating efficiency standards. For every $1.00 the food bank collects, .96 cents goes back to the community and translates into $7.00 worth of food which places St. Mary's Food Bank in the top 1% of all charities in the country. Thanks to the hard working staff and drove of dedicated volunteers, 90% of the aide provided goes to feed families with small children and the elderly.

For example, this past Thanksgiving week, St. Mary's distributed 7,000 Holiday Boxes and turkeys as well as 70,000 pounds of produce in 5 hours--making this past effort the largest one day food distribution in St. Mary's history. In the Four days leading up to Thanksgiving, more than 16,000 Holiday Food Boxes and turkeys and 160,000 pounds of produce were distributed feeding an estimated 112,000 people, which doubled last year's record numbers. However, despite these alarming holiday figures, hunger is an everyday issue for many Americans. 1 in 5 children are going to bed hungry in neighborhoods across the country tonight.

Although the needy in Arizona have benefited from St. Mary's efforts for years, their geographical reach for providing aide to the needy extends nationwide. This past summer, amidst the devastating tornadoes that destroyed entire towns throughout Missouri and Alabama, the Food Bank answered the call by providing three truckloads of food to those in need.

Terry Shannon, President and CEO of St. Mary's Food Bank commented on Ahern's efforts: "For 15 years, Andy Ahern and the staff of Ahern & Associates have been invaluable partners to St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance. Throughout the years, Mr. Ahern has established himself as a true friend of the Food Bank by sharing his passion and leadership throughout his network of friends and colleagues. We could not continue to meet the needs of this challenging time without support like his."

Ahern's 2011 food drive is off to record pace and already making an impact in the community. "I am very proud to share with you that so far in 2011 your support has helped St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance to provide over 70,000 meals to needy families. This is truly amazing! Over the years, the impact is overwhelming. Without Ahern and Associates St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance might have to turn some families away," explained Shannon.

"Regardless of the economy, I am consistently amazed with the generosity and outpouring of support we receive every year from the transportation industry. Through their contributions to the food drive, we are able to make a real impact in the community and take one step closer toward ending the hunger epidemic in our country," explained Ahern.

Those who wish to further Ahern's cause and make a direct contribution can send donations to the following address:

St. Mary's Food Bank
C/o Ahern & Associates, Ltd
2198 E. Camelback Rd. Suite 210
Phoenix, AZ 85016

About St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance:

St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance, the world's first food bank, is a non-sectarian, nonprofit organization that alleviates hunger by efficiently gathering and distributing food to 534 agencies that serve the hungry. Serving 13 of Arizona's 15 counties, the organization is a member of Feeding America, the national network of food banks, and is committed to volunteerism, building community relationships, and improving the quality of life for Arizonans in need. Last year, the Food Bank distributed more than 67 million pounds of food to families and individuals, provided enough food for 300,000 meals every day, and garnered more than 370,000 volunteer service hours. Web site: http://www.FirstFoodBank.org Phone: 602-242-FOOD.

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:

Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
http://www.PhoenixMarketingAssociates.com
602-282-0202

Transportation Consultants, Ahern and Associates Called on to Assist Hribar Logistics in Acquisition of MCS Trucking

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:40:20 +0000

Hribar Logistics, LLC to acquire specific assets of MCS Trucking, Inc.; Ahern engaged to consummate deal.

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, November 28, 2011 —The trucking and logistics consulting firm of Ahern and Associates, Ltd., has again been entrusted to aid another buyer in expanding operations through a strategic acquisition. Andy Ahern, CEO of Ahern and Associates was recently hired by Hribar Logistics, LLC to assist management in the acquisition of specific assets of Indiana based, MCS Trucking, Inc.

A proud, family-run business, Hribar Logistics, LLC is a full service logistics provider operating out of Caledonia, Wisconsin since 1949. With a deep commitment to their customers and innovation, Hribar provides brokerage, pneumatic tank, long haul, dump flat and dry van services throughout the 48 contiguous states and Canada.

Established in 1994, MCS Trucking is recognized as a premier Midwest dry bulk carrier dedicated to providing customers with outstanding service. MCS's dedication to service and efficient operations promises to be a good fit for Hribar's strategic goals--so much so that Hribar is keeping the previous owner, Michael Slegers on staff as director of Indiana Sales and Operations.

Ahern is closing out what has been one of their busiest years in transportation acquisitions and operational planning for trucking and logistics companies. Ahern commented on the recent assignment, "Companies like Hribar and MCS are rich with history and dedicated to service—they're what makes this country run and we're pleased to be their trusted adviser."

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:
Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
http://www.PhoenixMarketingAssociates.com
602-282-0202

Fresh Used Bucket Truck Inventory at I-80 Equipment

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:08:43 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ I-80 Equipment, a used bucket truck and utility truck retailer, is adding new units to their used bucket trucks, digger trucks, and utility truck inventory. Check them out before they're gone.

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EIN News Launches Tokyo Motor Show News Today

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:57:48 +0000

Washington, December 2, 2011 / EIN News / EIN News, a leading media monitoring company established in 1995, has announced the launch of its new website, Tokyo Motor Show News Today.

See:

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Thousands of industry, government and private institutions rely on EIN News for their media monitoring needs. Combining both intelligent search technologies and the human element, EIN News delivers the most efficient, yet personalized media monitoring, news aggregation and syndication services on the market.

EIN News is positioned as the leading news index on the planet.

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Ahern and Associates Announces Three New Trucking and Logistics Operational Consulting Assignments

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 08:32:48 +0000

Transportation consultants asked to assist three separate companies in improving operations and position for future growth.

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, November 18, 2011 — Rounding out what has been a record year for mergers and acquisitions for the transportation consultants at Ahern and Associates, Ltd., the firm has again been engaged by three new clients to enhance operating efficiencies, improve overall profitability and properly position them for the next three to five years. The new consulting assignments come on the heels of their most recently closed deal in which Andy Ahern, CEO of Ahern and Associates aided Bennett International in the acquisition of Best Ways Brokerage.

Ahern has repeatedly demonstrated unequaled proficiency in assisting trucking and logistics companies of all sizes in improving operations and cutting expenses--ranging from the regional carriers with a few independent operators to the nation's largest publicly held companies. Half of Ahern's practice involves mergers and acquisitions while the other half of their business involves assisting trucking, logistics and warehousing companies in improving their profitability, establishing strategic plans for growth and also developing exit strategies.

Ahern's first assignment was with a less than truckload (LTL) carrier who has asked the firm to review their core operating elements to individual shipments, customers, shipping points, rates for bids, routes and terminals. As part of Ahern's thorough, on-site analysis, the team of consultants also reviewed which segments of the business are currently profitable and which are not profitable. In addition, Ahern and Associates reviewed and analyzed:
The company's base rate.
Their revenues per hundred weight per shipment and per segment.
The surcharge per hundred weight per shipment and per segment.
Also analyzed and tracked was the company's cost and productivity separately for pick up routes, delivery routes, stops, crossed docks and line hauls.

Ahern's analysis also included time data, pound per man hour, load factors and other productivity assignments. Concluding their assignment, the firm was able to demonstrate an actual savings in excess of $750K to the company's bottom line profitability within a 60-90 day period.
Ahern's next assignment is with a flatbed carrier which requires assistance in developing a five year business plan and exit plan. This company is very well established in the community with a twenty year track record of specializing in flatbed operations and utilizing independent contractors.

Ahern has been contracted to review their individual loads, customers, shipping points, rates for bids, lanes, independent contractor productivity. As part of their analysis, Ahern will also review the total revenues, total expenses and bottom line profit dollars; profit percentages and operating ratios. Their process will also closely analyze:
Line haul revenue per mile, per load and per segment.
Surcharge revenue per mile, per load and per segment.
Ahern and his staff will also analyze the loaded miles, total miles and empty miles, and rank their customers based on operating ratios, profit dollars and other criteria.
The final of the most recent assignments is for a truckload/van operation which has been in business in excess of 25 years. The company is currently profitable and wishes to improve their profitability and increase overall market share.

In addition, the company asked for Ahern's assistance in providing a software program that will generate a detailed P&L statement that shows which segments of their business is profitable, which segments of their business is not profitable and provide instantaneous costing for their sales staff when providing quotes to customers.

For Ahern's clients, the solution to that request is most often found in their acclaimed Financial I.Q. transportation software. Financial I.Q. has the unique ability to create "what if" capabilities for measuring the bottom line affect in any changes and rates, cost productivity, miles per gallon, business volume and other items. It's a standalone Windows program that operates on desk top and laptop computers.
"We're eager to assist these companies in improving their operations, increasing profitability and planning for future growth and see these new assignments as validation of our leading position within the transportation industry," explained Ahern.

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:
Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
http://www.PhoenixMarketingAssociates.com
602-282-0202

Trucking Consultants, Ahern and Associates Aids Bennett Motor Express, LLC, a Division of Bennett International, in Acquisition of Best Ways Brokerage

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:01:26 +0000

Ahern and Associates acts within a management consulting capacity to assist Bennett Motor Express in acquisition of Best Ways.

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, November 7, 2011—The transportation consulting firm of Ahern and Associates, Ltd., well known for their reputation as being the nation's leading trucking and logistics acquisition firm has recently aided Bennett Motor Express, LLC in their recent acquisition of Spanaway, WA based, Best Ways Brokerage, Inc. This marks the second time overall in which Ahern and Associates has been engaged by the Bennett International Group.

McDonough, GA based Bennett Motor Express is a recognized leader in the trucking and transportation industry as well as being a premier provider of specialized freight, heavy haul transport, flatbed logistics and supply chain solutions to government contractors and commercial businesses.

This most recent acquisition fits well within Bennett's overall strategic plans and the company looks forward to the additional geographic reach Best Ways provides. "Bennett is excited about the opportunity to partner with Best Ways, it extends Bennett's footprint into the Northwest and provides us with an additional presence and support with great people who have over 30 years of experience in the transportation industry. This will allow Best Ways and their already diverse customer base to join an asset based company who has a nationwide network of terminals and support." explained David Lowry, President of Bennett Motor Express.

Andy Ahern, CEO of Ahern and Associates, LLC also commented on the recent closing: "We're very pleased to have assisted Bennett in the acquisition of Best Ways and look forward to future engagements which will help further their strategic goals." With over twenty five years of acquisition experience within the transportation industry, Ahern & Associates often draws upon their expansive list of industry contacts which allows them to often times create markets where none may have existed previously.

About Bennett International Group, LLC:
Bennett International Group, an acknowledged leader in the trucking and transportation industry, is a premier provider of specialized freight, heavy haul transport, flatbed, and logistics and supply chain solutions to government contractors and commercial businesses for more than 30 years.

Marcia G. Taylor, Bennett International Group's president and CEO has staked her claim as an industry innovator, receiving numerous and continuous accolades, which include being named the #1 Woman Owned Business by Atlanta Business Chronicle. Ms. Taylor and the nationwide team of more than 3,000 contractors, agents and employees has developed Bennett and its related entities into a multi-faceted system of innovative transportation service companies.
Bennett's family of companies delivers incomparable solutions involved in such diverse modalities as: heavy haul and flatbed services, intermodal and toter services, drive away and vehicle transport services, supply chain management and warehouse services, manufactured transport and storage buildings, Logistics (3PL & 4PL). For more information, call 800.866.5500 or visit http://www.bennettig.com

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:
Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
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602-282-0202

Upper West Side Manhattan Dentist Reuven Mohl Treats Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:35:47 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ Dr. Reuven Mohl DDS of Manhattan's Upper West Side Gentle Dental PC,is proud to announce the availability of treatment to prevent snoring and sleep apnea. Dr. Mohl is one of the few Manhattan dentists who is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.

Snoring can take a terrible toll on your personal life. It can drive your spouse to sleep in another room, keep you up during the night and leave you tired and drowsy at work and on the road. Sleep Apnea patients have airways that are so obstructed that they stop or nearly stop breathing during sleep. This is a serious medical condition and is associated with many health risks including hypertension, stroke, diabetes, obesity, erectile dysfunction, depression and increased risk of sudden cardiac death during sleep.

Dr. Mohl will help cure your symptoms with an oral sleep appliance. A custom impression and a custom guard is fitted for your mouth to wear at night. Oral appliances are worn in the mouth during sleep to prevent the soft throat tissues from collapsing and obstructing the airway by bringing the lower jaw forward and/or by lifting the soft palate. Some devices also stop the tongue from falling back over the windpipe. There are many types of oral appliances and Dr. Mohl will decide which one fits your needs most effectively.

Dr. Mohl also offers a wide array of services, including porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, cosmetic bonding and contouring, and Invisalign orthodontics. He also provides routine dental services such as white dental fillings, root canals, crowns, and sealants. Cleanings can be scheduled with the office hygienist. Implants are placed and restored in his dental office by a board certified periodontist.

Dr. Mohl earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at New York University College of Dentistry. He is a full member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and the American Academy of Facial Cosmetics.

For more information about West Side Gentle Dental, Dr. Reuven Mohl DDS, and his cosmetic and family dental practice, visit http://westsidegentledental.com or call 212-595-4382.

Contact Information
Dr. Reuven Mohl
West Side Gentle Dental
215 West 90th Street, Suite 1C
New York, NY 10024
212-595-4382
http://www.westsidegentledental.com
appt@reuvenmohldds.com

Ahern and Associates Regretfully Announces the Passing of Transportation Analyst, Harrison Peddie

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 10:43:04 +0000

Ahern and Associates loses a friend and dedicated colleague; will be dearly missed by all whose lives he touched.

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, October 24, 2011—Senior analyst, Harrison Peddie has lost his battle with cancer and has passed away. Harrison was a dedicated and skilled employee who worked through his many debilitating health challenges to help others.

Bored with an early retirement from the transportation industry, Harrison initially approached Andy Ahern, CEO of Ahern and Associates seeking employment despite an onset of medical challenges. The decision by Ahern to hire Harrison Peddie turned out to be one of the best personnel moves Ahern has ever made. Harrison brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to the firm and immediately identified with clients while personally connecting with client challenges.

A born problem solver, Harrison took a personal interest in every assignment he took on and had a unique ability to bond with clients and relate to their individual situations while routinely delivering multiple solutions to every problem. While working at Ahern and Associates, Harrison personally guided numerous trucking companies through challenges, taking great care in providing clients with meticulous feedback and advice.

Despite his challenges, Harrison always expressed his gratitude for being a productive member of Ahern and Associates while remaining dedicated to the cause and continually caring for those he worked with. As time passed, Harrison's conditions worsened, but he still insisted on being a part of the Ahern family, so a remote position within Ahern's research and development department was created where he continued to perform any task asked of him.

Harrison Peddie epitomized what every employer looks for—honesty, integrity and work ethic. As a person, Harrison always made it a point to impact someone's life in a positive manner and always stood up for his beliefs to the very end. Upon public notice of his passing, Ahern and Associates received several statements from friends and clients on how Harrison lived his life:

"Mr. Peddie was an excellent individual. His life was sincere and meaningful. I'm glad to have been able to get to know him. Thank you for letting me know him. I am so sorry for your loss".

"Thank you, Andy, for the opportunity of letting me get to know and work with Harrison."

"Harrison embodied the description of ethics, integrity, honesty and true caring."

"Harrison was not only a valuable asset to our firm, but also a terrific friend and human being. The outpour of support and comments we have received in that last few weeks are a testament to the way Harrison lived his life and helped others—once in a while someone like Harrison Peddie arrives and changes your entire thought process," explained Andy Ahern, CEO of Ahern and Associates.

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:
Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
http://www.PhoenixMarketingAssociates.com
602-282-0202

Trailer Superstore Proudly Provides a New Trailer to Haul a Custom Built Orange County Chopper

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:49:35 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ The Custom Trailer travels the US hauling the U.S Biker Law's 10th Anniversary 9/11 Commemorative Bike

This chopper designed and built by Orange County Choppers (OCC) is dedicated to the first responders who risked their own lives to save others during the September 11th attacks upon our country.

Originally the project was commissioned by the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) to be built by OCC, but lost momentum along the way because of funding drawbacks. That is, until PA lawyer and biker himself, Todd Nurick stepped in to fund the project and then dedicate it to the IAFF and the 10th Anniversary of 9/11.

Todd Nurick, owner of USBikerLaw.com, a division of the Nurick Law Group, created the chopper together with OCC and the IAFF for their 10th anniversary memorial tribute. "Together, we spent eight weeks designing and building this bike," remarks Nurick "While many details of the motorcycle have yet to be revealed, the chopper boasts the very first three-piece functioning gas tank."

You can catch All Pro TRAILER SUPERSTORE at the bike unveil at OCC on the Episode of American Chopper: Senior vs. Junior "Communication Breakdown" airing Monday, October 24th at 9pm on the Discovery Channel.

Towards the completion of the 9/11 bike build, Nurick was tasked with how he would transport the memorial bike to and from numerous events and fundraisers. That's where All Pro, the Trailer Superstore enters. After being contacted by Todd Nurick about his needs for a Motorcycle Trailer, Scott Smith, manager of All Pro, provided a brand new American Hauler Custom Cargo Trailer for their mission. This trailer was then customized with tie downs, a motorcycle wheel chock, stabilizer jacks and a spare tire in order to properly carry and secure the bike.

"These events have been a great tribute and All Pro Trailer Superstore would like to extend many thanks to USBIKERLAW.com, the IAFF and Orange County Choppers for allowing us to be a part of it." states Smith "We are honored to have provided the Motorcycle Trailer that will be hauling our Heroes 9/11 Bike."

For more information about All Pro Trailer Superstore or their Motorcycle Trailers for Sale, you can visit them online at www.trailersuperstore.com or call 800-622-7003.

Tammy Smith
All Pro TRAILER SUPERSTORE
800-622-7003
www.trailersuperstore.com

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Trucking and Logistics Acquisition Specialists, Ahern and Associates, Announce Twelve New Consulting Assignments

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 11:10:37 +0000

Ahern and Associates, Ltd., discloses details of twelve new acquisition assignments; seek companies matching search criteria.

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, October 12, 2011—The transportation consulting firm of Ahern and Associates, Ltd., well known for their reputation as being the nation's leading trucking and logistics acquisition firm, have announced twelve additional consulting assignments by clients seeking growth opportunities.

Compounding on an extremely successful 2011 to date, the following new acquisition assignments procured by Ahern and Associates will all but guarantee a record year for the firm. At the helm of Ahern and Associates is Andy Ahern, CEO of the company whose unmatched relationships with the leaders of some of the nation's largest transportation companies remains the root of the firm's success. "To date, we've closed over 300 acquisition deals and have seen an unheralded amount of activity among transportation companies and private equity firms seeking acquisitions in 2011," explains Ahern.

Recently, Ahern was engaged by a wide array of clients seeking growth opportunities, from freight brokers and logistics providers, to private equity firms and publicly traded companies. The following opportunities briefly describe the clients and their individual acquisition criteria:

Client 1

Client is a well-known logistics provider looking for carriers that are between $10MM - $75MM of annual revenue.

* Client is willing to pay (based upon earnings) up to 5.5 times EBITDA.
* Closing can be completed in 60-90 days, if all of the information is provided, and;
* Management must be willing to stay for a 3 - 5 year period.

If the owner is not interested in staying, the company must have a very strong management team, otherwise client is not interested.

Client 2

Client 2 is a well-known family owned business, seeking acquisitions with:
* Revenues between 3MM to 50MM annually.
* Companies with flatbed, independent contractor opportunities.
* Companies that have 30 trucks - 200 trucks.

Client 3

Client 3 is a private equity firm.
* They're looking for flatbed owner operator opportunities.
* The minimum truck count has to be 200 trucks and up.
* If the company is profitable, the client is willing to pay 5 - 5.5 times EBITDA (maximum).

Client 4

Client 4 is a Private Equity Firm. They are seeking acquisitions in 2 specific areas.
* Logistics providers that generate in excess of $100MM of annual revenue, and;
* Minimum EBITDA - $5MM.
** Must have a strong management team.
** Management team must be willing to stay and go forward.
** This is a well-known Private Equity firm that's been in the industry for many years.
** They will pay between 5 - 7 times EBITDA, based upon revenue size and EBITDA.

They're additionally looking for an air freight forwarder:
* The air freight forwarder needs to have a substantial amount of business overseas, preferably in Asia or China.
* The company has to generate a minimum of $5MM of EBITDA.
* The client is willing to pay a very favorable price for a company that is profitable and has a strong management team.

Client 5

Client 5 is a trucking company looking for opportunities in the following areas:
* Texas, Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, Missouri, South Carolina, Colorado, Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and North Carolina.
* The length of haul has to be under 700 miles - they're not interested in cross country or teams, and no less than truckload.
* They're interested, primarily in van carriers that do not haul specialized equipment and are not interested in cross border work.
* Must be non-union.
* Must have a satisfactory DOT safety rating - if you have a conditional or unsatisfactory, they will not consider.
* Deal can close within 60-90 days.
* They're looking for companies that generate $20MM - $70MM of annual revenue.
* They're willing to pay a fair price, based upon profitability - they're also willing to look at companies that are challenged from an operations and cost of execution; not from a pricing standpoint.
* Net asset values cannot be significantly "under water."
* Cash flow should be positive or, at worst, neutral.
* Average fleet - should be 4 years.
* Looking for companies that generate 25% - 100% of revenue from dedicated operations.
* They would like, at least, 25% - 50% of the business to be independent contractors.
* Strong owner operator program is a big plus, but it's not required.

Client 6

Client 6 is a small Midwestern family business that's looking for companies interested in selling their pneumatic business. Revenues should be between $5MM - $25MM.
* Willing to pay a multiple of EBITDA, based upon whether the company is asset based or non-asset based.
* Can close within 60 - 90 days.
* Company must be profitable.

Client 7

Client 7 is looking for agents, but their program is very unique.
* They're part of a publicly traded corporation and are willing to take over the entire back office.
* They're willing to buy trailers and lease them back, or buy trailers and put them into your system.
* They have an asset truck following in their overall company "foot print".
* They charge approximately 5% of the line haul revenue, plus insurance for cargo legal liability and bodily injury property damage.
* They offer quick pay, fuel discounts, billing services, collecting and credit checks in addition to receivable financing and DOT.
* They will review asset and non-asset based companies.

Client 8

Client 8 is a Private Equity Firm that is looking for specialized heavy haul providers.
* An ideal candidate would be involved in the transporting of heavy equipment, aircraft ground support equipment, jet engines, aerospace equipment, oil fuel equipment, etc.
* Company must generate a minimum of $20MM of annual revenue and up, and must generate at least $1MM of EBITDA.
* Management will be retained and become part of the larger organization.
* Their current platform companies are extremely profitable and they're looking for growth and management and are willing to close within a 90 day period.

Client 9

Client 9 is part of a $1 billion company.
* They're looking for companies that manufacture truck or trailer mounted vacuum systems, or companies which manufacture chipper units, log splitters stump grinders, air spades and turf products.
* Portable wenches used by Arborus.
* This is a $1 billion division of a multi-billion dollar company.
* They have a general truck equipment division that is looking to improve their product line.

Company must be profitable, must have a minimum of $1MM net income, and management must be willing to stay and can normally close a transaction within 90 - 120 days.

Client 10

Client 10 is a publicly traded company looking for carriers that specialize in ocean or rail intermodal.
* They would prefer independent contractors with gross revenue of $5MM and up and that the company is profitable and wants to become part of a larger organization.

This client, additionally, is looking for companies that specialize in over the road van operations, as well as flatbed operations.

Client 11

Client 11 is a well-known West Coast company that generates $200MM - $300MM of annual revenue and are looking in 3 specific areas within California:
* Intermodal drayage companies that are predominantly independent contractors.
* Less than truckload carriers that are predominantly independent contractors.
* Traditional van carriers that are predominantly independent contractors.
* Willing to pay a fair price and can close quickly.

Client 12

Client 12 is a large well-known trucking company looking to acquire dedicated contract carriers. They want to acquire companies that have 3 - 5 year dedicated contracts that are written and pay all miles.
* They're willing to pay 4 - 6 times EBITDA based upon size of revenue and profitability.
* They're not interested in automotive contracts within the auto industry.
* They are historically looking for company owners looking for an exit strategy and want to stay on, for some time period.

If you own a company or know of a company which may be a fit for any of the aforementioned opportunities, you are urged to call Andy Ahern direct at 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:

Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
http://www.PhoenixMarketingAssociates.com
602-282-0202

Acclaimed Transportation Analyst, Andy Ahern to Release New Book on Selling a Trucking or Logistics Company

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 09:02:25 +0000

Capitalizing on previous published successes, Ahern to provide insight into the "Art of the Deal."

/EINPresswire.com/ Phoenix, AZ, October 5, 2011— Transportation analyst Andy Ahern has recently announced plans to publish a new book entitled, "How to Sell a Trucking/Logistics Company—The Art of the Deal," set to be released this fall.

Ahern, who is also the CEO of Ahern and Associates, Ltd. is winding up his most successful year in aiding companies who are seeking growth opportunities through acquisitions in transportation, as well as working with owners of trucking and logistics companies to properly value their business to prepare to sell.

Having personally completed over 325 transportation acquisitions, 250 business plans and frequently quoted as an expert source in multiple publications including Reuters, The Memphis Business Journal, and American Executive, Ahern is well positioned as the nation's leading authority on trucking and logistics acquisitions.

Ahern has previously authored the critically acclaimed, "The Insurance Crisis: Fact of Fiction," which was Ahern's first published book and established Ahern as one of the nation's foremost authorities on transportation insurance related topics in relation to trucking companies.

An early adopter of technology who is poised to reach the masses, Ahern is also the transportation industry's most well read author as evidenced by the recent milestones his "Ahern Advisory" podcast and newsletter. Ahern has been video podcasting and composing the Ahern Advisory transportation newsletter for over two decades and just recently completed his 100th podcast and crested over 300,000 subscribers.

"The upcoming release on How to Sell a Trucking or Logistics Company is going to provide readers with keen insight into the multiple variables involved in bringing together both buyers and sellers throughout the acquisition process," explains Ahern.

About Ahern & Associates, Ltd.:
Ahern and Associates is North America's leading trucking and transportation management consulting firm. The skilled consultants at Ahern and Associates specialize in mergers and acquisitions of trucking and logistics companies as well as the restructuring and evaluation of existing carriers that seek to increase operating efficiency and improve profitability. Since 1987, Ahern and Associates has aided hundreds of buyers in the acquisition of trucking and logistics companies throughout the U.S. and Canada as well as assisting many transportation and logistics companies in reducing their overall operating costs and increasing their profitability. For more information, please call 602-242-1030 or visit http://www.Ahern-Ltd.com

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Business contact:
A.W. Ahern
602-242-1030

Media contact:
Jason W. Jantzen
Phoenix Marketing Associates
http://www.PhoenixMarketingAssociates.com
602-282-0202