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Elkhart, Indiana— Midwest Automotive Designs recently completed a transaction with three investor groups, Merion Investment Partners, Petra Capital, and Pegasus Capital, which will allow the builder to move to a larger facility so it can increase its production of its signature Mercedes-Benz Sprinters as well as grow the product line in the near future. Midwest President Tim Gray released the news in a letter to the industry.
“Thanks to a high demand for modified Sprinters (and our role as one of the first approved Mercedes-Benz Upfitters), Midwest Automotive Designs grew quickly these last 12+ years—over 25 percent each year—which required more of my time, and we rapidly outgrew our production facility” he says.
“It is also important to note that while we have created a board of directors who will collectively move the company forward, I will continue to play a hands-on active role as president and will continue to be the largest shareholder,” he says. “My vision for Midwest hasn’t changed; it’s simply grown to a level where our employees, suppliers, and customers can now all further benefit from the financial and professional advantages that my new partners bring to the Midwest team. Most importantly, you have my personal assurance that Midwest will continue to provide the highest level of quality and service that our customers and dealers have enjoyed during our 12-year history.”
Visit midwestautomotivedesigns.com for more information.
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Ruckersville, Va.— Dan Goff, owner of A Goff Transportation, has been appointed to a board seat on the Greene County Economic Development Authority (GCEDA), which promotes Greene County as a rising center for commercial and light industrial development.
The Goff family has a long history in passenger transportation and related services, and Greene County is home to the headquarters of A Goff Transportation. In regard to this appointment, Goff had this to say: "I am gratified by the show of support the Board of Supervisors has given my candidacy and pledge my best efforts to promote the opportunities available in our region. As a long-time Greene County business owner and resident, I can attest to the strengths of our county. The moral character and hard work ethic of our population coupled with access to a variety of educational facilities offers the business community a flexible, motivated workforce to draw from. Raising a family in Greene County allows our children to experience the wonders of nature while enjoying the security of a safe and supportive community.”
“We welcome Mr. Goff to the Authority and are excited to add the mix of business and financial experience he brings,” says Chairman of the Greene County Board of Supervisors, Jim Frydl. “Mr. Goff and his companies have demonstrated their commitment to Greene County and we look forward to his assistance in reaching out to businesses who could both enjoy and enhance the quality of life in the region."
Visit gatewaytocharlottesville.com/eda/ or agofflimo.com for more information.
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Fort Collins, Colo.–The Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce announced today that Green Ride Colorado is the large company (51-200 employees) winner of the 2014 Small Business of the Year Awards. This event recognizes small businesses for their outstanding workplace culture, employee relations, and community contributions. The award was presented to Green Ride Colorado along with two other winners in the small and medium company categories at the Celebrating Small Business Awards & Luncheon event on May 21, 2014, at the Fort Collins Marriott. Over 40 companies were nominated to receive the Small Business of the Year Awards.
“Small businesses are a driving force in our community’s economy,” says David May, president of the Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce. “These awards give us the opportunity to acknowledge their achievements as well as give other small businesses the opportunity to learn from them.”
“It is cliché, but treating people with respect in every way while setting and maintaining high service expectations, is key to success,” says Bob Flynn, co-founder of Green Ride Colorado. “We embrace change and work toward continuous improvement.”
Visit greenrideco.com for more information.
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