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Bredt Eggleston, President

With over 20 years of accounting software experience, Bredt has helped over 250 companies in a variety of industries to find a software solution that fits their specific needs. His experience includes working with manufacturers, distributors, service organizations, project-based companies and non-profits.

Bredt specializes in finding ways to improve clients’ businesses through his knowledge of Sage, SYSPRO and Deltek products. He works closely with clients to guide them toward a solution that maximizes their efficiency and profits.

Bredt is a member of APICS as well as the Information Technology Alliance (ITA). He graduated from Colorado State University’s College of Business with a Finance and Real Estate degree.

In his free time, he enjoys both skiing and snowboarding, as well as running, biking, and spending time with his family.

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 Chris Devault, Sales Executive

In the five years he’s spent with ASI, Chris has worked on a variety of projects related to manufacturing, inventory control, route management and Customer Relationship Management systems. Working closely with clients’ existing systems, Chris consults on ways to increase value, functionality and efficiency. He specializes in supply chain management and relationship-building, as well as increasing clients’ profits and margins. Chris is also the lead sales consultant for Sage MAS 500.

Chris is a Certified Supply Chain Analyst and member of APICS. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Colorado State University. In his free time, he enjoys being outside, hiking and spending time with family.

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 Patrick Lien, Sales Consultant

When he started at ASI in 2007, Patrick was a Technical Consultant for Sage CRM, performing basic support and implementation tasks. For the last year and a half, he has moved into a sales consulting role, analyzing business processes and recommending ERP applications to suit specific needs. Patrick specializes in distribution and discrete manufacturing companies, as well as project-oriented companies that have inventory. He is the lead sales consultant for Sage MAS 90/200 as well as SYSPRO.

Patrick’s consulting experience enhances his collaboration with clients to find and tailor a business management solution to handle both their current and future needs. He is a Certified Supply Chain Analyst and member of APICS.

Patrick received his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, concentrating in Marketing, from Colorado State University. Outside of ASI, he is a professional disc golfer and plays banjo in his band, the Haulin’ Hops.

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 Rachel Survil, Marketing & Public Relations

An honors student at Colorado State University, Rachel began her internship at ASI in early 2009. As the main staff writer, she works on the quarterly newsletter, weekly press releases and composition of website content. She also assists in event planning and marketing campaigns.

Rachel works with clients on press releases and success stories to publicize their business improvements and successes. She is seeking a Journalism and Technical Communication degree at Colorado State University. She also works as a copy editor at the university’s daily newspaper.

Rachel enjoys Fort Collins’ natural beauty by hiking and camping with her sketchbook close at hand.

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 Bill Entwistle, Senior Technical Consultant­­

Bill has been helping clients implement financial software systems for over 20 years.  As a CPA in the ‘80s, Bill saw a need for financial expertise in the mid-range software market. So he obtained a master’s degree in management information systems to bridge the communication gap between the software engineers and the financial folks.

Some of Bill’s software implementation experiences include: Sage MAS500 (formerly Best Enterprise Suite), Syspro Impact Award and Encore, Niku Revenue Manager (formerly Proamics Project Accounting), Sage MAS90, SalesLogix and Open Systems. Bill utilizes his experience and expertise to help mid-range businesses implement and effectively use these accounting, project accounting, manufacturing and CRM tools.

Bill is a CPA and member of both APICS and the Project Management Institute.  He is also a part of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants. He enjoys hiking, biking and skiing in his free time.

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 Kate Krueger, Technical Consultant and Support Manager

Kate Krueger has managed and consulted on over 70 implementations in the last six years, making her a valuable recent addition to the ASI Leadership Team. Focusing on helping clients streamline their business processes and identify areas to increase efficiency, Kate has helped clients improve their bottom lines and experience effective growth. Specializing in accounting and supply chain management, Kate consults with over 200 clients in industries from manufacturing and distribution to the financial and non-profit sector. Kate concentrates on seeking out areas of inefficiency and providing clients with a cost-effective solution.

Kate is a Certified Trainer for Sage Software and regularly teaches classes at ASI’s Fort Collins training facility. Her certifications include Sage MAS 90 and Sage MAS 200 Core Accounting, Distribution and Crystal Reports. Kate is also a Certified Supply Chain Professional by APICS with emphasis on lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles, which are designed to improve manufacturing processes and eliminate defects.

Kate graduated with two degrees from Colorado State University, one in Business Accounting and one in Equine Science. She enjoys spending time outdoors competing in show jumping with her horse, Regalo.

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 Mark Regan, IT Consultant

Mark Regan has worked on over 60 implementations since his graduation from Colorado State University in 2006. He helps a variety of clients – from cattle farmers to digital music providers - to streamline their business processes for increased productivity at a lower cost.

Mark’s specialties include data conversion and custom report writing. Day-to-day, he assists companies with new installs, upgrades, and over-the-phone technical support.

Graduating with a degree in Business Administration, Mark concentrated his studies in Computer Information Systems. He enjoys camping in the summer, skiing in the winter, and line dancing with the Country Kickers team year round.

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Cameron Navo, IT Consultant

Cameron D. Navo has consulted on roughly 25 implementations during his two and a half years at ASI. Along with taking care of in-house IT needs, he helps clients by creating custom software applications to add functionality to their ERP systems. This customization seamlessly aligns the software with each client's unique business processes.

Along with specialties including VB programming, SQL Stored Procedures and SSIS Programming, Cameron is certified as a Sales Logix LAN Developer and a Sales Logix LAN Engineer.

Cameron graduated from Colorado State University with a degree in Business Administration, focusing on Computer Information Systems. He enjoys mountain climbing on the weekends.

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Erin Wyatt, Technical Consultant

Erin Wyatt first joined the ASI team four years ago with a strong background in public accounting. She has worked with roughly 30 clients in a variety of industries, with her main focus being project management in 10 implementations.

Erin’s interest in accounting and finance led to working with financial reporting, and her financial certification within Microsoft Dynamics AX.

Erin received a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, as well as a Master’s degree in Accounting, from Colorado State University. On the weekends, she enjoys hiking.

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Katie Jo Cordes, Account Manager

Katie Jo Cordes has worked in Customer Service and Client Relations for 10 years. At ASI, she assists clients with finding the right resources to assist with upgrades, custom reports, general support and training. She also handles any other service-related questions for all software systems in the ASI family, including Sage MAS 90/200, Sage MAS 500, SYSPRO, Deltek Vision, Sage SalesLogix and Sage CRM.Her specialties also include event coordination and marketing assistance.

Katie Jo earned two degrees at Colorado State University, one in Spanish and one in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. She enjoys spending her free time with friends, family, and her dog, Little Rock.

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