August 6, 2018
KEA Advisors Acquires Whitnell Analytics

Lawrence, KS – KEA Advisors announced today that they have acquired Whitnell Analytics to expand their Advisory Services and KEA Business Intelligence.

Whitnell Analytics is an advisory firm specifically focused on excellence in used truck operations. Their practice leverages industry-specific databases, empirical research methods, and a deep knowledge of variable operations to provide new perspectives that are necessary to compete in this dynamic industry.
 
Bennett Whitnell, President of Whitnell Analytics, says “We are thrilled to be a part of KEA Advisors. This team has developed a reputation for integrity and effectiveness in helping their customers increase PROFIT , which fits perfectly with our culture and mindset as an organization. Our special expertise in variable operations rounds out the KEA offering which is very exciting for all of us.”
 
Keith Ely, Managing Shareholder of KEA Advisors, says “This is a very exciting time for KEA Advisors. Whitnell Analytics has been a trusted strategic partner of KEA Advisors, so this is a natural fit. The acquisition broadens our knowledge base by adding Used Truck Advisory to our services. John and Bennett’s expertise in utilizing industry data to increase PROFIT will be of immediate benefit to our customers.”

Amber Kelzer, Director of Business Intelligence at KEA Advisors, says, “Whitnell’s empirical approach aligns perfectly with our strategy to utilize data analytics to improve commercial truck dealership operations. I look forward to integrating their statistical tools and data deep-dives into KEA’s Business Intelligence Department.”

For more information on this announcement, please visit http://keaadvisors.com .

About KEA Advisors
 
KEA Advisors ( http://keaadvisors.com ) is an integrated and experienced team of thought leaders in the commercial dealership industry, providing full service business advisory across two decades for more than 375 commercial enterprises, manufacturers, dealerships and dealership technology companies since 1996. More information on the company’s notable achievements, services provided, or history can be found on http://keaadvisors.com.
Pictured from left to right: Bennett Whitnell, Keith Ely and John Whitnell
KEA Advisors
785-842-6498
PO Box 1229
Lawrence, KS 66044