After 29 years as a Tigercat dealer, Patrick-Miller Tractor Company has been acquired by MidSouth Forestry Equipment.
Since 1996, Patrick-Miller Tractor Company has been committed to serving customers across Louisiana with tough, durable equipment and outstanding customer service.
“Tigercat has been a blessing for me and my family,” says Doug Patrick, former owner of Patrick-Miller Tractor Company. “It's been a family operation. You know your customers by name. We talk about stuff, not necessarily about work, and if anyone needs to sit down with me, my office door has always been open.”
Doug takes pride in the company he built, including his respect and trust with his customers. “I never wanted to be the biggest dealer Tigercat had. I just wanted to be the best. I didn't want the whole pie. I just wanted a slice to keep the business open and support my family.”
Doug had several offers to purchase the dealership and felt like MidSouth was the best fit. He liked the way MidSouth conducted business, their existing Tigercat dealer status and saw similarities in culture and customer base. Ultimately Doug felt the match up would be a great fit for his employees.
Tigercat is enthusiastic about MidSouth's expansion. The Many, Louisiana dealership will be MidSouth's fourth location, adding to its existing locations in Warren, Caddo Valley, and Springfield that already service customers in Arkansas and north Louisiana customers.
“I grew up in Robeline, Louisiana,” says Jeff Rains general manager for MidSouth Forestry, “so I am familiar with the area. We are excited to get out and meet with our customers and let them know that their production is our top priority.”
Patrick-Miller's existing team will continue to service the customer base. The merger allows the entire area of responsibility to see better coverage from more locations. MidSouth's experience as a current Tigercat dealer will make this somewhat of a seamless transition, with the help of a well-known dealer and long-time staff.
“We are grateful to walk into the business that Doug has built and benefit from his great reputation,” says dealer principal Jon Bierbaum. “The Patrick-Miller team shares our focus on customer service and working together with loggers to grow their businesses.”
(L-R) Jeff Rains, general manager for MidSouth Forestry, Doug Patrick, former owner of Patrick-Miller Tractor Company, James Farquhar, district manager for Tigercat standing outside the Many, Louisiana dealership.
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