Mr. Akerly has over 30 years of expertise in representing business client.  He currently successfully runs several businesses, including assisting his wife with her collection business.  He has represented clients in the produce industry in developing business plans, formation of business entities and growing businesses to gain market share and reach profitability goals.  Rates for this assistance are fixed, negotiable and flexible.

We collect account receivable as well as accounts on commission.  We know the produce industry from growing, production, transportation and wholesale or retail sales. Our team is trained to know how to collect your commercial accounts. We strive to achieve the most efficient and economical results. Your debts are our priority.  Let us take the burden of collection from you so you can focus on your business pursuits. If you would like, feel free to fill out our Collection Agreement and submit it to us.  We will be in touch.  And remember, you pay nothing unless the account is collected. Contact us for rates.

Mediation provides a way of resolving disputes without resort to litigation or the threat of litigation.  Mediation can save time and expense.  A mediator helps the parties create a safe environment in which to discuss difficult topics. Depending on the parties’ experience with mediation, the mediator may provide a process overview: the role of the mediator, the what will happen in various mediation sessions, and confidentiality. During this phase, parties may agree to ground rules for the conduct of the mediation (e.g., ensuring that only one person speaks at a time) and a general timetable for the process. This phase includes a joint session among parties, during which opposing sides have an opportunity to state their views and desired outcomes them.  Mr. Akerly has many years of mediation experience, including mediation of disputes between parties.

Transportation of produce and produce related commodities is an essential component of your produce business. Sometimes you will experience transportation issues such as late delivery, degraded produce and the like. We have experience in all phases of the transportation process including contracts for transportation of product, storage, transmission and distribution systems. We can assist you to resolve financial and logistical issues resulting from transportation issues. Rates for this assistance are fixed, negotiable and flexible.

Anyone selling fresh produce in the United States will typically be required to be licensed through the USDA and state agencies.  The PACA, which is short for the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act, as well as regulation thereunder, governs the produce industry in the United States.  The rules under the PACA and state laws and regulations can be difficult to follow.  We help guide you with compliance and dealing with challenges to compliance and licensing requirements.