Rob Oakie

"It feels good to say that at the present time our plate is full," said Rob Oakie, President of AHC.
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"We go on several trade missions throughout the year, however, we are more selective now then we were in the beginning," said Oakie."Participating in trade missions allows a person to learn more about a new market opportunity.It makes the time spent on trade missions all worth it when you get your company well established in that country."

Oakie explains that patience is an important virtue when trying to break into a new country."Clients require a lot of follow-up after the first initial meeting, the goal at first should be a modest one.It's a good idea to be absolutely certain that your product is geared for that particular market."

ACH's ability to compete in global markets is due to the contacts that they have made through trade missions, but just as importantly, the distinct products that they offer."Our company has created a niche by developing unique products," said Oakie."Our goal is to produce new markets for our shareholders."ACH also markets its products and services to the European and the South American markets primarily to builders and developers.

According to Oakie, operating ACH in PEI has proven to be another competitive advantage fo the company."Exporting Canadian products is ideal because of the competitive prices and outstanding quality we can offer," Oakie said.