“A good measure of a consultant’s value is how much of his work remains in place after he is gone. It has been my experience that companies tend to abandon concepts that do not fit them.   We are still using the same planning and budgeting tools you helped us develop seven years ago. Your experience has given you an exceptional understanding of the trucking business. Your ability to access a company’s strengths and weaknesses, and then develop a realistic financial plan that “fits” the company is what sets you apart from the crowd. Thanks for your help.”

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“KSM Transport Advisors and their support of the transportation industry, vendors, and the related organizations are impressive. They are involved and interested in our problems. They facilitate interesting and informative meetings for owners of companies with professionals who give insight and solutions to many of our problems. Their ability to network with vendors who can solve problems is extensive. They use other real life and real time business situations to give you the best and quickest way to get results. Perhaps best of all, they are approachable. They listen. They provide suggestions and solutions. They become friends, interested in helping us by employing a personal approach to help us be successful.”

Paul James, President, Hiner Logistics, LLC  Our company first came in to contact with Bruce Jones of KSM Transport Advisors in October of 2007. Bruce was recommended by several sources that described him as “one of the best in the business” when it comes to transportation finances and an industry knowledge surpassed by none. Bruce has re focused the management team to understand the critical aspects of re-examining and analyzing on a daily basis key performance indictors (KPI) crucial to the success of our operation.   These KPI’s include:

In July 2008, Jim Palmer Trucking filed for Chapter 11 protection with the Federal Court system. Since that time we have enlisted the Bruce’s services as our Lead Financial Consultant during these difficult times. Bruce designed and delivered a comprehensive forecasting model for our use in developing the company’s rehabilitation plan.   Additionally, Bruce’s knowledge of the industry leaders and their tactics was a major component to many successful negotiations with our creditors. The success of surviving a Chapter 11 bankruptcy is much greater when a third party expert endorses the debtor’s plan. This, so far, has proven to be the case with Jim Palmer Trucking and the assistance provided by Bruce.

 

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Ed Bell, President, Jet Star, Inc.

Risinger Bros. became a client of KSM in mid-2006 when at that time I was introduced to Bruce Jones. Soon after, I hired Bruce to come into our company and give an overview of the challenges we were facing after a merger I recently completed with my cousin’s failing OTR trucking company. Bruce’s findings brought to light various issues-some I was aware of and many I did not see the value in at that time. As a proud owner this was my first step of many humbling experiences. As the situation worsened, I learned to appreciate and trust Bruce’s perspective on the issues. His experience and professionalism were evident in how he interacted with my management team. I always felt that Bruce had my company’s best interest at heart when we met with lenders and suppliers.

Over the months following, Bruce and I worked together on our issues. Even when the climate was tense and time was short, Bruce showed resolve and confidence. In uncertain times it was a comfort to have a partner who could survey the situation, build the plan, and execute the plan to a favorable outcome. We are a much better company thanks in part to Bruce’s guidance.

I would strongly encourage anyone looking to improve their company to work with Bruce. If you are interested in building your team and creating lasting solutions to monitor and improve your company, then I cannot imagine finding anyone better suited than Bruce to help you reach your goal. I will make myself available to you to discuss my situation in more detail to help you make your decision.