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Atlas WorldNews and InformationPersonnel Changes at AtlasAtlas Van Lines is pleased to announce the promotions ofKyle Puckett has been namedMonica Weiss and Mark Spiehler. The appointments areDirector of Administration for46 Atlas Amplifier • Summer 2007 part of a restructuring of thefinancial department in line with along-range plan to continue gainsin administrative efficiency.In her new role as VicePresident of Finance, Monica isAvail Resource Management. Inhis new position, Kyle will beresponsible for improvingprocesses and expanding servicesto better serve existing clients andattract new clients. He brings anLess than a week after Punxsutawney Phil made hisannual appearance and declared the imminence ofan early spring, Atlas managers packed their bags fora cross-country tour. In six daylong meetings withagents over a span of eight days, the headquartersteam presented information to keep the wheels ofproductivity well oiled throughout the Atlas network.responsible for the company'sextensive background in theEach of three two-day events included a generalaccounting and financial matters.Kyle Puckettmoving industry including tenure“regional” meeting on one day and an IT conferenceMonica WeissShe has been with Atlas for17 years, serving most recently asas General Manager at the agency level and operationsexperience both at Atlas and at competing van lines. Prioron the other. The tour started in Las Vegas, Nevadaon February 8 and 9; convened in Dallas, Texas onIndiana, Monica earned a bachelor's degree in accountingfrom Indiana State University and a master's degree inbusiness administration from University of SouthernVice President of Financial Services. A native of Haubstadt,Recruitment since March 2004. He is a graduate of CentralMichigan University with bachelor degrees in journalismand political science.to his new role, Kyle served Atlas as Director of Agencyon the 14 and 15.“We communicate with agents in a variety of ways,”says Atlas President and COO Glen Dunkerson. “Butthe 12 and 13; and finished in Newark, New JerseyIndiana. She holds a CPA and a CMA. Monica is a memberAtlas World Group has namedthese meetings afford us the chance to talk directlyof the American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsNancy Priebe to Vice Presidentwith agents about the issues we believe will have the(AICPA), the Indiana CPA Society and the Institute ofof Human Resources, withgreatest impact in the coming months, especiallyManagement Accountants.responsibilities for all Atlas Worldduring the peak season. This approach is invaluableAs the company's new ViceGroup companies. She bringsin giving agents practical information they can usePresident of Financial Services,25 years of experience in humanto operate more effectively.”Mark brings more than 25 years ofresources to her new position.Atlas presenters brought a depth of practicalexperience in the relocationPrior to joining Atlas Van Lines asexpertise. In addition to Glen, the team included:industry with expertise inHuman Resources Director inVice Chairman and CEO Jim Stamm; Sr. Vice Presidentmanagement and reorganization. Nancy Priebe2005, Nancy worked for six yearsand Chief Marketing Officer Greg Hoover; ViceIn his new position, he will play awith American General Financial Services. Nancy holds aPresident of Information Technology and Chiefkey part in enhancingTechnology Officer Dick Arneson; Senior ViceMark Spiehlerdegree in business administration from Indiana Wesleyanadministrative efficiencies withinand has earned credentials as a Certified CompensationPresident of Transportation Dennie Lynn; Senior Vicethe financial department. An Evansville native, Mark hasProfessional and a Senior Professional in Human Resources.President of Agency Development Mike Scavuzzo;been with Atlas for more than 15 years, most recentlyShe serves on the board of Tri-State Business Group onVice President of Customer Service John Taylor;serving as Vice President of Customer Service.Health and maintains memberships in the Society ofAssistant Vice President of Government BusinessHuman Resource Managers (SHRM) and Evansville HumanResource Association.Ryan McConnell has been promoted to Senior Director of Sales Development at Atlas Van Lines.In this position Ryan will seek improvements in efficiency, including the integration of newtechnologies, to support the sales development efforts of Atlas Van Lines and its sistercompanies. Ryan, an Evansville native, holds a bachelor's degree in sociology from WesternKentucky University. He participates in the Trade Show Exhibitors Association (TSEA), the ExhibitDesigners and Producers Association (EDPA) and the American Association of Museums (AAM).He also is a member of the Employee Relocation Council (ERC).Ryan McConnellJohn TaylorAtlas Management Team Hits the RoadTravels Country to Meet with AgentsRick Phillips; Directorof Special AssignmentsAlan Jobe; Trainer Amanda Hoesli;and Director of Corporate MeetingsSue Chandler. Also joining the team was JoeBippen from Asset Controls, Inc., an asset managementsolutions company.The agenda covered topics ranging from a reviewof 2006; operations and quality standards; tariff andlabor certification; government and military sales,including the new Families First program; Accel, Atlas’new premium expedited service; and a new systemand standards for claims.“We encourage open dialogue throughout,” saysGlen. “We also dedicate a good portion of time at theend of each meeting to revisit topics in greater depth,or address other areas of interest to the agents.”The meetings were well attended, with peoplefrom Atlas agencies all over the country taking part.In an ironic twist, Mother Nature blew a torrent ofsnow and ice across the country as if to reasserther authority over the groundhog’s much-hypedprediction. It walloped the east coast on the last dayof the meetings and delayed a few members of thepresentation team on their return home. But theweather could not dampen the tour’s success.“We’re pleased with the participation and the warmreception we received in every city,” says Glen. “It was agood investment of time for everyone involved...andwe can use what we heard to make the meetings evenmore meaningful for our agents in the future.”Atlas Van Lines is pleased to announce the promotion of John Taylor to VicePresident of Customer Service. Formerly Vice President with the company'sRelocation Services Group, John has worked at Atlas since 1979. He bringsextensive experience in operations and a broad-based knowledge of thecompany and its customers to his new management role. John attendedIndiana State University at Evansville (now the University of Southern Indiana)and Indiana University.Atlas Amplifier • Summer 2007 47