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Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Completes Consulting Assignment for Norco Corporation; Assists Milan Express in Selling to Vitran
Trucking and transportation management consultant, Andy Ahern receives strong praise for recent completion of consulting assignments. - March 09, 2011 - Ahern and Associates
Cincinnati Accounting Firm Adds Certified Fraud Examiner to Litigation Support Team
Rippe & Kingston is pleased to announce that Tara Deegan has successfully completed the certification process with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. The CFE credential denotes proven expertise in fraud prevention, detection and deterrence. CFEs are trained to identify the warning... - March 05, 2011 - Rippe & Kingston
Dan Kite, the Managing Partner of Chicagoland Sunbelt’s Downtown Office, Sells Vending Route Business
Our River North office first sale was completed speedily in just over 3 months. Kite’s professionalism and the proprietary methods of Chicagoland Sunbelt led to a rapid sale. The vending industry is a $45 billion dollar industry in the United States. - March 04, 2011 - Chicagoland Sunbelt
Consumer Electronics Show CEO Gary Shapiro to Appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” on Friday, February 25 at 12:00 p.m. CT
Gary Shapiro is President and CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), which owns the International CES, the world’s largest annual technology trade show. Through his leadership of the CEA and the International CES, Mr. Shapiro has led the technology industry through seismic shifts,... - February 24, 2011 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
ATP Oil & Gas CFO Albert L. Reese to Appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” on Friday, February 18 at 12:00 p.m. CT
Albert L. Reese, CFO of ATP Oil & Gas Corporation (NASDAQ: ATPG), will appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies”, Broadcast Live on CBS RADIO 650 AM Houston and CRN Digital Talk Radio network, on Friday, February 18, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. CT. Mr. Reese has served as Chief... - February 17, 2011 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Ahern and Associates Sets the Industry Standard for Longevity; Employees Celebrating a Combined 60 Years of Service
Transportation consulting firm, Ahern and Associates harbors tenured employees and creates proactive work environment which launches long term careers. - February 16, 2011 - Ahern and Associates
Consolidated Graphics CEO Joe Davis to Appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” on February 11, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. CT
Joe R. Davis, CEO of the billion dollar commercial printing company Consolidated Graphics (CGX), will appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies”, Broadcast Live on CBS RADIO 650 AM Houston and CRN Digital Talk Radio network, on Friday, February 11, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. CT. Mr. - February 10, 2011 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Teams Up with Trucking Industry; Completes Another Successful Food Drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank
Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates raises an additional $200,000+ worth of food during annual food drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank. - February 05, 2011 - Ahern and Associates
Kathy Beimfohr, CBI & Broker at Chicagoland Sunbelt, Successfully Sells Electronic Education Business
Beimfohr, CBI, brought numerous interested buyers to the table and successfully negotiated a sale for a Baby Boomer wanting to retire. Baby Boomers looking to retire is a growing phenomenon in business brokerage. - February 02, 2011 - Chicagoland Sunbelt
Burt Evans, Business Broker at Chicagoland Sunbelt, Completes Sale of Limousine Service
Burt Evans completes his sixth sale of a business in 2010. - February 02, 2011 - Chicagoland Sunbelt
Knight Capital Expands; Hires Investor Relations Specialist
Eliza Tan joins Knight Capital Corporation as Investor Relations Specialist. - January 30, 2011 - Knight Capital Corp.
The Transition Companies Expands Corporate Headquarters
The Transitions Companies announces the doubling of its corporate headquarters facility and offices. - January 26, 2011 - The Transition Companies
Wayne Allyn Root to Appear on "Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies" on January 21, 2011 at 2:00 P.m. ET
Wayne Allyn Root will appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies,” now being Broadcast Live on CBS Radio Talk 650 AM Houston, on Friday, January 21, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. ET. Wayne Allyn Root is a former anchorman and TV host on Financial News Network (now known as CNBC), his... - January 20, 2011 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Cleveland BioLabs CEO and President Michael Fonstein, Ph.D. to Appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” on Friday, January 21, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. ET
Michael Fonstein, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer and President of Cleveland BioLabs, will appear on Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies on Friday, January 21 at 1:00 p.m. ET. Prior to joining Cleveland BioLabs, Dr. Fonstein served as Director of the DNA Sequencing Center at the University of... - January 20, 2011 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Dennis Grzywinski Joins Chicagoland Sunbelt as Business Broker
Grzywinski brings years of construction and building management expertise to the growing Chicagoland Sunbelt office. - January 20, 2011 - Chicagoland Sunbelt
Pat Grandle Joins Chicagoland Sunbelt as Business Broker
Grandle brings several years of business expertise to the growing Chicagoland Sunbelt office. - January 20, 2011 - Chicagoland Sunbelt
New Less Than Truckload Software Introduced by Trucking Acquisition Firm, Ahern and Associates and AMT
Ahern and Associates, in conjunction with Analytical Management Techniques offers new software to help LTL carriers accurately calculate profit and loss for each business segment. - January 15, 2011 - Ahern and Associates
TrimTabs Director Madeline Schnapp to appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” on January 14, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. ET
Madeline Schnapp, Director of Macroeconomic research and Editor of "TrimTabs Weekly Macro Analysis" and "TrimTabs Employment NewsFlash," will appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” www.winningstrategies.net on Friday, January 14 at 1:00 p.m. ET. Ms. - January 13, 2011 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
World Class Capital Group Acquires Austin Shopping Center
Texas Investment Firm Continues to Expand Real Estate Holdings - January 06, 2011 - World Class Capital Group, LLC
Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Partners with AMT; Announces New Freight Brokerage Software
New software for freight brokers analyzes revenues, expenses and bottom line profits in real time; provides a new tool for improving net profits. - January 05, 2011 - Ahern and Associates
Lee Enterprises Biodiesel Consulting Explains What the Extension of the Biodiesel Tax Credit Mean for Idled Plants
With the extension of the biodiesel tax credit, many idled biodiesel plants are now contemplating restarting. The CEO of the nation’s largest biodiesel consulting firm says that while restarting a plant may prove more financially attractive now, such restarts carry significant risks if done with improper planning. - December 23, 2010 - Lee Enterprises Consulting, Inc.
Trucking Consultant, Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Announces Completion of Two Consulting Assignments; Hiring for Third
Trucking and logistics consulting firm completes distribution system restructuring, remodels business plan and accepts new client acquisition engagement. - December 18, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Certified Business Brokers Represents Houston Manufacturer, Paty, Inc., in Sale of Business
Paty, Inc., founded in 1955, was sold by owners, Ruth and Faride Abugattas, to local Houston entrepreneurs, Derrick and Caren Veillon. The company, headquartered in Houston, manufactures baby clothing using only materials made in the U.S. and distributes its products to specialty stores throughout the United States. - December 17, 2010 - Certified Business Brokers
Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Improves Partnership Program; Offers New Benefit to Distressed Trucking Companies
Partnership program for trucking and logistics companies recently approved for financing of trailers, further easing strain on cash flow. - December 12, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Kinderhook Industries Acquires Another Line, Inc.
The Transition Companies LLC (“TTC”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Another Line, Inc. in Lake Forest, California - December 10, 2010 - The Transition Companies
Private Strategic M&A Activity Increases
Middle Market M&A Activity by Private Strategic Acquirers Near Historically High Levels - December 10, 2010 - The Transition Companies
Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies to Broadcast Live on CBS RADIO TALK 650 AM Houston Fridays 12:00-2:00 PM CT - Wall St. Market Rigging FBI Investigation to be Discussed
Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies (www.winningstrategies.net) begins airing live on CBS RADIO’s TALK 650 AM Houston this Friday, December 3, 2010. The recent Wall Street Market Rigging FBI Investigation will be discussed live with Securities fraud attorneys Wes Christian and Carl... - December 02, 2010 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Hired by Miller Transfer to Find Trucking Acquisition Target
Transportation acquisition firm to aid Miller Transfer’s expansion into the Southeast. - December 02, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Jerome Corsi to Appear on "Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies" on November 19, 2010 at 9:00 A.M. ET
Jerome Corsi will appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” www.winningstrategies.net on November 19, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. ET. Mr. Corsi is a New York Times bestselling author and the Senior Managing Director in the Financial Services Group at Gilford Securities... - November 19, 2010 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Trucking Executive, Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Calls on Transportation Industry for Annual Food Drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank
Ahern looks to add to his remarkable feat of donating over $1,000,000 worth of food through last decade of food drives. - November 19, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Money Manager Bryan Perry to Appear on "Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies" on November 12, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. ET
Money Manager Bryan Perry, author of Cash Machine www.cashmachineincome.com, will appear on “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” www.winningstrategies.net on November 12, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. ET. Mr. Perry's Cash Machine is all about combing the hundreds of income-generating ideas... - November 12, 2010 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Trucking Industry Newsletter, “Ahern Advisory” by Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Surpasses 225,000 Subscribers
“Ahern Advisory” transportation centric newsletter tops over 225,000 subscribers; delivers free information on trucking, logistics and the economy. - November 11, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Mortgage Foreclosure Fraud Claims to be Discussed on "Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies" November 5, 2010 at 9:00 A.M. ET
Securities fraud litigator Wes Christian and bankruptcy and foreclosure specialist Robert Hackney of Jupiter, Florida will discuss mortgage foreclosure fraud, robo-signing of foreclosure documents and the possible legal damages of wrongful foreclosure actions by banks such as Bank of America and... - November 05, 2010 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Sound Perfection, Inc. Recapitalizes to Form SP Technologies LLC
The Transition Companies LLC (“TTC”) is pleased to announce the recapitalization of Sound Perfection Inc. of Frisco, Texas. - November 04, 2010 - The Transition Companies
Andy Ahern, CEO of Ahern and Associates Invited as Panel Member for December Conference on CSA 2010
Benesch, Attorneys at Law invite nation’s top transportation analyst as panelist for an in depth examination of Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010. - November 04, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Ahern and Associates’ CEO Andy Ahern Leads Trucking Industry in Use of New Media to Bring Parties Together; Provide Guidance
Trucking consulting firm champion’s the use of new, web based media platforms to open lines of communication and deliver valuable advice to struggling trucking companies. - October 28, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Wall Street Brings Las Vegas to the World
The Wall Street Organization, Inc. has retained Emirates Asset Management of the Middle East and begun seeking real estate opportunities in Las Vegas, Nevada. - October 26, 2010 - the wall street organization, inc.
Ahern and Associates Hired by JAMCO International to Expand Freight Brokerage and Logistics Division
Transportation consulting firm, Ahern and Associates to work with JAMCO International in acquiring custom freight brokers and freight forwarders that meet expansion criteria. - October 21, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Ahern and Associates Launches New Trucking Company Crisis Hotline
Trucking consulting firm introduces new service aimed at providing viability options to distressed trucking and logistics companies. - October 15, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Wayne Allyn Root to Co-Host “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” on October 8, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. ET
Wayne Allyn Root will co-host “Tim Connolly’s Winning Strategies” www.winningstrategies.net on October 8, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. ET. Wayne Allyn Root is a former anchorman and TV host on Financial News Network (now known as CNBC), his careers as an CEO, entrepreneur and politician... - October 07, 2010 - Corporate Strategies, LLC
Nation’s Largest Privately Held Drayage Company Hires Ahern and Associates to Facilitate Agent Acquisitions
The Evans Network of Companies engages trucking consulting firm, Ahern and Associates to spearhead expansion efforts. - October 07, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Sun Mergers & Acquisition - Trugman Nash, Inc. Acquired by Allied Dairy Products, Inc.
Sun Mergers & Acquisitions, LLC is pleased to announce that its client Trugman Nash, Inc. a New York Corporation, has been acquired by Allied Dairy Products, Inc., owner of MCT Dairies. The transaction and closing were contingent upon meeting certain conditions and receiving various consents... - October 02, 2010 - Sun Mergers & Acquisition
Sun Mergers & Acquisition-Protectors Security Services, Inc. Acquired by UAS, Inc.
Sun Mergers & Acquisitions, LLC is pleased to announce that its client, Protectors Security Services, Inc., has been acquired by UAS, Inc. Sun Mergers & Acquisitions, LLC initiated this transaction, acted as exclusive financial advisor, and negotiated the transaction on behalf of Protectors... - October 02, 2010 - Sun Mergers & Acquisition
Ahern and Associates Releases Details of Updated Partnership Programs to Aid Trucking Companies Struggling with Cash Flow
Trucking and Logistics companies struggling with receivables and slow growth have new options to turn to. - September 30, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Ahern and Associates Announces Engagement Details of Three Additional Acquisition Clients Within Trucking and Logistics Industries
Leading transportation acquisition and consulting firm contracted to deliver acquisition targets for three additional buyers; brings total to thirteen open assignments. - September 22, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Eric Arroyo Becomes an Authorized Business Buyer Advocate Licensed by Partner On-Call Network LLC
Serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, Eric Arroyo aims for done deals as an Authorized Business Buyer Advocate ® Licensed by Partner On-Call Network LLC - September 16, 2010 - "Partner" On-Call Network LLC
Ahern and Associates Hired by National 3PL, ParcelPort for Dual Acquisition Duties
Third party logistics provider, ParcelPort has engaged Ahern and Associates to further their logistics and warehousing acquisition strategy. - September 10, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
The March Group, LLC Announces the Acquisition of International Orientation Resources, Inc.
The March Group, LLC, a leading, private mergers and acquisitions advisory firm specializing in the sale of middle-market businesses announced today that Robert F. Burns acquired the assets of International Orientation Resources, Inc. The March Group represented the seller in the transaction on... - September 04, 2010 - The March Group
Top Trucking Industry Analyst, Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Praised by Corporate Peers
Industry clients and beneficiaries of Ahern and Associates express deep satisfaction with level of service Ahern provides. - September 02, 2010 - Ahern and Associates
Strategic Acquisition Nscglobal in IT Networking
Nscglobal has acquired PING, LLC, a US network integrator and managed services provider based in New York. The UK headquartered Nscglobal is executing a buy and build strategy. Previous acquisitions have taken place in Spain and Germany. - August 29, 2010 - Corporate Finance in Europe