Looking Ahead to a Better 2022

I hope everyone had a good and enjoyable holiday season and now my wishes are for a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year for all. I know this has been a challenging two years for all of us but let’s stay positive and expect better things in 2022.

I stepped down from my position as Chair for Mission 500 as of January 1st, 2022. Working with Mission 500 and this position has been the most positive experience in my career in over 45 years. I am so proud of this industry and how we all came together to have fun and help the children of our country. This isn’t the end of my involvement because I will be staying on the advisory board. The new leadership will be led by Janet Fenner and Tracy Larson as the new co-chairs, Jason Lutz as treasurer, and Sarah Flanagan as secretary. I want to give a big thanks to Vince Galdi from LRG for his generosity by helping us with our marketing, providing his time and resources, and his strong leadership as treasurer, Christine Marzano for her work as Northeast leader for Mission 500, as well as Kat Mullins, Erika Mennella, the advisory boards, and the committees for their tremendous support during my time as chairperson.

I was also the President for the past two years for the NJELSA. My term ends in February this year. This opportunity was also very rewarding but it was a tough two years contending with the virus, the loss of my father, Ed Gould, and the ongoing challenges we have had in the state with the introduction of bills that could hurt the industry. I have to say that this was the hardest two years in my industry career, which included being the president of the Staten Island Alarm Association, the Metropolitan Alarm Association. The New York Fire Alarm Association, MBFAA and ESA charter chapter rep in New Jersey. I want to thank Christine Higgins, Sunitha Arni, Joseph Cordi, the board members, and association members for their support during these two years. In my new position as Past President I will stay involved in the AHJ committee, member of the month, golf outing, and the issues that will be arising over the years.?

I have been writing in past issues on post-acquisitions. This is dear to my heart and vital for those going through this process. The most important things first and foremost should include choosing the right company, the right budget, the right culture and the right staff. A good due diligence is the first part of the post-acquisition process. I have to stress that automation, letters to customers and customer service is vital in the process. Of course, it all starts at a hello and important to keep in mind that even though there are basic procedures, every acquisition is different.

That is why, consulting on post-acquisitions is one of my company’s services. If you have any question please call me or my?team.

Until?next time, stay safe and healthy!

Ken

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Join Us for the 2022 NJELSA Symposium & Annual Expo as Ken Delivers his Last Message as President

Please join us at the NJELSA Symposium as Ken Gould delivers?his last message as the President at luncheon on Friday, February 25, 2022. The lunch will be from 11:45 am to 1:15 pm.?

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Ken is also conducting a CEU course, How to Prepare a Business for Acquisition - A Roundtable Discussion, on Thursday, February 24, 2022 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Ken would love for you to visit his booth(number to be announced soon) at the Trade Show on?February 24, 2022 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.?

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Please see the attached pdf for 2022 Annual Symposium exhibitor brochure and Symposium CEU registration brochure.?Hope you can join us.

For more information visit?https://njelsa.org/njelsa-annual-symposium-2022-event/?

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Meet with Ken?and Grow Your Business

Ken’s passion is to help businesses identify areas in their operations where they may be missing opportunities for growth or more profit. He is devoted to creatively helping leaders and businesses achieve bigger goals, more success, and better teamwork.

Ken will be at the above events where you can meet with him personally. Or, send Ken an email ([email protected]) or call (866.738.7998) to set up an appointment.

Want to know more about Ken? Click on the video image below to view the video and visit the Ken Gould Consulting website.

Mergers and Acquisitions

A Complimentary Consultation with Ken

?If you are interested in selling your business or acquiring another company, Ken is offering a no obligation, complimentary 30-minute consultation by phone or Zoom. Contact Ken at?866.738.7998 or email him at [email protected]

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Are you Interested in taking your business to the next level or planning a merger or acquisition? Or do you require help with a specific area of your business? Contact us and we’ll get in touch with you ASAP.

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Ken Gould Consulting

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