Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. Recruits Jeff Harper as Component Operations Manager for John Weiland Homes and Neighborhoods

Sarasota, FL – August 4, 2007 — Joseph McElmeel, Chairman and CEO of Brooke Chase Associates, Inc., is pleased to announce the successful placement of Jeff Harper as Component Operations Manager for John Weiland Homes and Neighborhoods in Atlanta, GA; the Southeast’s leading builder of semi-custom homes.

Mr. Harper has over 10 years experience in cabinetry and component parts manufacturing, working in the past as a Plant Manager and Continuous Improvement/Quality Manager. Jeff has successfully increased production capacity and efficiency while improving bottom metrics. As Component Operations Manager, Jeff will continue to use his leadership skills to manage his operation teams and ensure that all strategic manufacturing goals are being met through troubleshooting issues and implementing preventative systems.

Rick Mohrman, Executive Recruiter with Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. had the following to say regarding the placement of Jeff Harper for John Weiland Homes and Neighborhoods “Jeff’s manufacturing expertise will be a welcome addition to a vertically integrated home builder, ensuring the continued cost efficient supply of component parts, millwork and doors for current and future growth needs.”

Brooke Chase Associates, Inc., is the premier Executive Search Firm, specializing in the recruitment of Executive Management Professionals within the Luxury Products Industry. Established in 1980, Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. has offices in Chicago, Charlotte, New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Corporate Headquarters in Sarasota, FL. For more information on how Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. can assist with your executive recruitment needs, visit our website at www.brookechase.com.

For additional information, please contact: Elizabeth Nichols, Marketing Communications Manager
Toll Free: (877)374-0039 • Phone: (941)358-3311 • Fax: (941)358-3311 | enichols@brookechase.com
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