Testimonials

“Kirk Kleckner is a strategic visionary. While at Walser Automotive Group, he launched several key initiatives that to this day are serving our company well. Kirk has a unique talent of thinking outside the box to solve problems with solid processes and tailored software applications. We continue to benefit from Kirk’s talents as he remains an ongoing consultant to our organization which we hope will continue for years to come.”   Paul Walser, CEO, Walser Automotive Group (a top 50 national dealership group)

“Kirk is an invaluable business advisor that we have been proud and privileged to be associated with for more than 20 years.  His unique combination of vast business knowledge, strategic thinking, financial expertise and ability to implement has contributed to our success in many ways.  He has the trust and respect of our owners and management.  The broad range of services provided has included systems development, tax planning, ownership succession planning, business valuation, and acquisition and start-up transactions.”  Gordon Brown, Sr., Entrepreneur and Currently Chairman of Board of Clearwater Marine, Inc. ( a holding company for Weeres Pontoon Boats, Palm Beach Marinecraft, Key Largo Fiberglass Boats, Mirrocraft Aluminum Boats)

“Kirk is a thoughtful “futurist” and a unique strategist that has the respect of his peers. Kirk is an aggressive individual who wins through hard work and persistence; that is, he will come up with a great idea and follow through. He is very capable of helping others solve their problems.”  Bob Dilmore, Chairman/CEO, MPG, Inc. (a leading dealer industry expert)

“I was given Kirk’s name as a very capable acquisition advisor. We had a signed letter of intent and needed to develop a purchase agreement that addressed our concerns. We needed help to further analyze the sellers past results, identifying issues and determining our best deal structure given our available capital. I called Kirk and he was able to request and analyze information and then distill it into a form that was easy to understand so we could make key final and important decisions. When it comes to mergers and acquisitions it is very difficult to find consultants and advisors that you are able to trust; that do not have a hidden agenda. After several phone calls and emails, I found more than trust in Kirk… We formed a friendship that transforms into a very good working relationship. By the time Kirk and I had a face to face meeting it was like we had known each other for quite some time. I will continue to use Kirk for his expertise to analyze and structure business opportunities and also after the acquisition is complete.”  Lisa Kusey-Rechsteiner, Business Owner/Operator (an entrepreneur in multiple industries)

“I found Kirk to be a very strategic leader with the unique ability to see the big picture, be progressive and at the same time manage the details to arrive at the desired outcome. While Kirk was with Walser they completely restructured their organization and when he left them they were uniquely positioned to be a very successful auto group.  Nationally, Kirk has been recognized for his grasp of reinsurance and his ability to assist dealers in structuring programs that best meet their needs.”  Joel Kansanback, President of Automotive Development Group (a consulting company that drives profitability for dealers through core competencies in training, recruiting, compliance and reinsurance)

  “Kirk Kleckner provided an appraisal of Specialty Mfg. Co. for the redemption of one of our shareholders. Kirk’s professionalism and analysis was evident throughout each step of the process. He was efficient and effective in meeting with my employees and determining the appropriate value of our business. In addition, he provided current comparative peer data that allowed us to analyze our strengths and weaknesses. Our Board and shareholders complimented me on the final deliverable. I would use Kirk again for valuations or comparisons and have recommended him to others.”  Daniel McKeown, President, The Specialty Mfg. Co. (a manufacturer of high-quality, custom components made of stainless steel, brass, aluminum and plastic)