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Advertorial COVER STORY Pictured (from left to right): Mike Borgemenke (37 Years), Craig Wright (34 Years) and Jerry Reed (32 Years) are integral members of Neyra’s Cincinnati manufacturing facility. Bill Epperson, Neyra’s first employee, started with the company in 1975. 30-year Neyra veteran Randy Lee with one of his sales teammates, Chuck Sperrick. For example, Neyra’s current sales team has over 135 years of com- bined experience in manufacturing, contracting and business ownership. Their familiarity, knowledge and ex- pertise in the industry allows them to offer insight and advice that newcom- ers are not able to provide. According to Lee, this serves as the backbone of Neyra’s simple philosophy – to treat people with respect and demonstrate a genuine care for their needs. “We hire people that have been in the business,” explains Lee. “Every www.callape.com Greg Houser, Neyra’s Vice President of R & D, joined Neyra more than 30 years ago. Neyra sales representative has been on the contracting or manufacturing side of the pavement maintenance industry. We understand our custom- ers, their needs and know how to help them.” VALUED RELATIONSHIPS Neyra was built on an unwavering commitment to integrity, trust and ser- vice. Its leaders acknowledge that the company’s success is a direct reflection of the enduring relationships its people have with their customers, and, because [8] George Woehler has worked at many Neyra locations during his 37-year-tenure. of this, its top priority is to maintain a customer-first focus. The company’s goal is to be more than just a manufacturer of superior pave- ment products, says Nathan Neyra. In- stead, he and his employees are commit- ted to the growth and development of their customers’ businesses, much like an actual partner would be. “This is a relationship business,” said Neyra. “If you don’t have a re- lationship with your manufacturer, you should ask yourself why. We truly want to help our customers grow.” 1.800.210.5923