Back in 2009, Steve and his partner, Dan, opened Pioneer Equipment as a dealer and repair shop for logging machinery. Over the past 8 years, the business has grown exponentially and now boasts over 20 employees and two store locations. On Wednesday of last week, the closing papers were signed, and Pioneer was sold to a new investor, who will keep Steve and Dan on staff part time through the transition period of the next few years.
Pioneer Equipment was the business that allowed us the opportunity to move back to Wisconsin in 2012, when we were expecting Nolan. Eric joined the management team and worked hard there for 4 years, learning the ins and outs of the logging equipment industry. We are grateful for the many opportunities that Pioneer has provided for our family over the past several years.
On Friday night, we went out to Holiday Acres to toast to new beginnings as we close this chapter of family business. Eric is now running US Forestry Distribution, which distributes Rottne machines and SP heads through the entire United States. Patti is there along with him, managing the finances and keeping the books. Steve will remain at Pioneer for a while longer, helping the new owner through the transition.
Cheers to a wonderful business, great opportunities, and new and exciting beginnings!
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