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FLETCHER TO FOCUS EXCLUSIVELY ON RENTAL
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Existing Sales Operations Purchased by Abel Cine Tech
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(Chicago,
March 27, 2008) Fletcher Chicago, Midwest's leading camera equipment
vendor, announces that it is shifting the focus of its business
exclusively to Production Rental including equipment and production
office space. Following an investment of $1.5 million to expand its
rental division including inventory and the redesign of over 3,000 sq.
feet of production rental offices, Fletcher has just sold its high-end
camera sales operations to Abel Cine Tech, a vendor with offices in New
York and LA.
Fletcher's
change is in answer to the increased activity in the Midwest production
community. Over the past few years and with the help of the IPA, the
Illinois Tax Incentive has prompted a 150% rise in feature film
production in the state and a steadying stream of commercial
production. With spacious facilities, indoor loading dock, free parking
and expanding film and digital camera inventory Fletcher is positioned
to accommodate the influx.
According
to Tom Fletcher, VP/Owner, "Our mission has always been to listen to
and even anticipate the needs of our core clientele. It's what prompted
us to help pioneer HD and high-end imaging and is the driving force
behind our client service and educational seminars. By focusing
exclusively on rental, we're able to offer our clients the best options
in today's changing technology and production support."
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Although
the sale constitutes a shift in business, both Fletcher and Abel assure
that customers will experience a smooth transition. Kari Hess, longtime
Fletcher Sales Manager, has accepted a position with Abel Cine Tech to
head the Midwest Region. Ms. Hess brings over 17 years of professional
experience in the television production industry. Hess' personalized
sales approach, strong technical grounding and field experience as a
news videographer give her a unique blend of talents specific to Abel's
core philosophy.
"Abel
and Fletcher have always had a mutual respect for the way both our
companies do business and treat our customers," stated Pete Abel,
President of Abel Cine Tech. "We're excited about this new opportunity
and committed to providing the highest level of personalized service to
Fletcher's sales clients."
Fletcher
Chicago is a full-service film, HD, and video rental facility
specializing in quality equipment for the feature, indie, commercial,
broadcast and new media production industries. For more information
please contact Tom Fletcher at 312.932.2700, tom@fletch.com or
www.fletch.com.
Fletcher Chicago will still sell expendables.
Kari Hess can be reached at her new office phone, 630-554-4619, or 312-371-5057 Cell; Email khess@abelcine.com. Abel Cine Tech in New York 888-223-1599. www.abelcine.com. |
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