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—Courtesy photo A Quest Kodiak on a recent flight. The Sandpoint-based company recently announced an expansion of its dealer network.
Yoke’s to acquire four Inland Northwest stores
Yoke’s Foods, Inc. announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Bonner Foods, Inc., dba Trading Company Stores, to acquire Trading Company’s Post Falls, Spokane Valley, Latah and Cheney store locations. The acquisition is expected to be completed in September.
“Yoke’s has been proud to call the Inland Northwest home since 1946,” said John Bole, president and CEO of Yoke’s, “We look forward to bringing Yoke’s unique offerings to the communities served by the Trading Company stores.”
Trading Company employees will have an opportunity to apply for positions with Yoke’s. The first of two large career events this summer will be held today, July 13 at the Liberty Lake store. Yoke’s regularly recruits store associates through these career events.
Any and all Inland Northwest job seekers who are interested in working for the growing, employee-owned retailer are encouraged to attend. Reservations are being accepted now under the “Celebrate Careers – July 2016” tab at www.yokesfoods.com/careers.
Headquartered in Spokane Valley, Wash., Yoke’s Foods, Inc. is an employee-owned company with locations in North Idaho, including Ponderay, as well as eastern and central Washington. Once acquired, the Trading Company locations will bring Yoke’s total number of stores to 17.
Quest Aircraft names new Kodiak dealer
SANDPOINT — Quest Aircraft Company is pleased to announce that it has appointed Aviation Unlimited as an authorized Kodiak dealer for Eastern Canada. Based in Oshawa, Ontario, Aviation Unlimited has over 30 years of experience in the aviation industry.
“We are very pleased to welcome Aviation Unlimited to the team,” said John Hunt, vice president of sales for North, Central and South America. “They are very well respected in the Canadian general aviation industry and have developed a solid reputation for their aircraft sales integrity and commitment to delivering service.”
Aviation Unlimited services include new aircraft sales, aircraft brokerage, maintenance and repair service for piston, turboprop and jet aircraft, parts sales and crew management, ferry services and financing. Their sales territory for the Kodiak covers the province of Quebec and the Maritimes.
Over the last few years, Quest has built a network of seasoned, well-respected organizations strategically placed around the globe to take full advantage of evolving market opportunities for the Kodiak. The company also continues to certify the Kodiak in key countries worldwide, The Kodiak currently has received 22 certifications covering 32 countries, with several additional certifications imminent.
“The Kodiak’s versatility and performance make the aircraft well-suited for a wide variety of operations,” Hunt added. “The addition of Aviation Unlimited will enhance our marketing efforts in this region of Canada.” For more information on the company, please visit www.aviationunlimited.com.
Quest Aircraft Company is the manufacturer of the Kodiak, a 10-place single engine turboprop airplane, designed for STOL use and float capability. Headquartered in Sandpoint, the company was established in 2001 and began deliveries of the Kodiak in December 2007.
Inforemation: www.questaircraft.com