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Stoltzfus RV's and Marine - A Seasoned Veteran of the Internet and the RV and Marine Industry Stoltzfus RV's and Marine - A Seasoned Veteran of the Internet and the RV and Marine Industry Channel Blade takes pride in its long-lasting relationship of more than six years with Stoltzfus RV's and Marine (Stoltzfus) - Channel Blade's first client to sell both RV and marine. Sitting on fourteen acres of new and used RVs in West Chester, Penn., the 41-year-old dealership remains stronger than ever, despite a detrimental fire that destroyed the facility in 1990.  Since becoming a Channel Blade client, Stoltzfus has fully leveraged the power of their eXceleratePro Web site and the Footsteps lead management tool to build traffic and increase sales. Earl Stoltzfus, owner, is extremely involved with the industry and has always strived to provide his dealership with state-of-the-art, sales-generating Web site and the latest CRM technology for his dealership. Over the past several years, Earl has never missed the opportunity to encourage others to use Channel Blade solutions to increase business efficiency and drive growth. His experience in the industry has been a major contributor to REDEX RV, Go RVing, and RVDA, whether serving as a board member or sitting on the committees. "We are always trying to develop and continue to improve our Internet processes," says Earl, "We always look to Channel Blade for ways to enhance our Web site and CRM program."Earl believes that a commitment to continuing education plays a pivotal role in taking full advantage of Web-generated sales opportunities. "We are like doctors and lawyers because we are always practicing. We have made great progress through education from Bob McCann, Director of Client Education at Channel Blade." Earl adds that not all sales people are good at writing e-mails and letters, so his team loves the pre-created e-mail and letter templates. The templates have allowed their team to follow up on prospects immediately and professionally.  Channel Blade's products are necessary to succeed in today's competitive landscape and challenging marketplace. "Channel Blade continues to help Stoltzfus sell more boats and RVs and always brings new customers from afar; many of which have become repeat customers," says Earl. Before Stoltzfus became a Channel Blade client they were only receiving about four Internet leads per year. After combining Footsteps with an ePro Web site, the dealership now receives over 1,500 online leads per year!Channel Blade is proud to consider Stoltzfus a long-standing family member and looks forward to continuing a mutually successful relationship and growing the dealership. If you would like to discover how to further take advantage of your Channel Blade solutions, call us today at (877) CH-BLADE. |
About Channel Blade and ARI
Channel Blade, an ARI company, provides online lead generation, lead management and sales education solutions that drive more leads and sales to manufacturers and dealers within the marine and recreational vehicle industries. Channel Blade supports its clients worldwide with its award-winning, cost-efficient solutions and hands-on education programs -- including 70 percent of Boating Industry's prestigious 2008 Top 100 Dealers.
ARI Network Services, Inc. (ARI) is a leading provider of electronic parts catalogs and marketing services to dealers, distributors and manufacturers in the manufactured equipment markets. ARI currently serves approximately 100 manufacturers and 190 distributors worldwide, as well as more than 25,000 dealers in several markets, including outdoor power; power sports; marine; recreation vehicle; appliance; agricultural equipment; floor maintenance; construction; and aftermarket auto and truck parts. Both of the companies’ products, as well as the websites designed for its customers, have received numerous industry awards, including Editor’s Choice Award for SearchEngineSmart™ in February, 2009 awarded by Powersports Business Magazine and this year’s Best Dealer Website of the Year for MarineMax.com.
For more information on Channel Blade and ARI, please visit www.channelblade.com and www.arinet.com.
Media contact: Lindsay Rapoport, (757) 222-6723; lindsay.rapoport@channelblade.
