Testimonials

"Luther has a strong diversified construction account background.  He understands the opportunities and challenges involved in the construction contractor's business cycle.  He promotes best practices and is proactive in measuring internal operating efficiencies, unit costs and return on costs per job to insure your company maximizes its top and bottom line.  Last but not least, Luther takes pride in his work and is a true professional."

Mark Dean, Experienced C&I and CRE Broker, Landmark Bank

"During his tenure at Kelly-Hill Company, he prepared the financial, budget, and job cost reports to help manage the financial health of the organization.  Luther also led the implementation of a new integrated accounting and project management software.  He is an organized and reliable professional that takes pride in his work.  His knowledge base on financial and business operations proved valuable throughout his time with the company.  Luther always maintained a positive attitude and focus on preparing the Company for growth.  He was an asset to our organization during his tenure here."                                                                                            

Timothy P. Rock, COO,  Kelly-Hill Company

"He has guided the Accounting/Finance department in our growth from $15 million in 1997 to $175 million in 2008.  He is very organized, dependable, and reliable, with a high attention to detail and quality.  He has managed 15-20 people in accounting, finance, MIS, administration, insurance, and risk.  Luther was instrumental to the implementation of our Subguard program into the company which as been very important to our clients."  

William F. Killian, President, Killian Group of Companies

"Luther is a person that can manage multiple tasks and understands the construction industry.  Luther's work product has always been thorough and professional in appearance. He worked well with all levels of our company from upper level management to the receptionist."

Duane Prewitt, Sr. V.P. of Preconstruction, Killian Construction Company

"As Vice President of Operations, Luther Salonen and I have worked well together to accomplish the operations tasks.  He is very organized and understands the construction side of the business.  He has always provided reliable information to do my job and to also meet the overall goals of the company.  I would recommend him as a knowledgeable person to have in the accounting and finance role of a company."

Stan Hammack, V.P. of Operations, Killian Group of Companies

"My first position of Risk Manager was eliminated and Luther helped me transition into a Corporate Accountant position.  Through his mentoring I was able to learn new job skills and continue my career with Killian.  Luther trusted my ability to work independently yet was always there for guidance; he inspires and motivates others to perform well.  He is always seeking opportunities to develop team member's skill and encourage growth in our jobs and careers.  While pursuing my M.B.A., we often discussed issues that furthered my comprehension of the curriculum and strengthened the quality of my education.  Luther is truly a great person to work for."    

John Edwards, Corporate Accountant, Killian Construction Company

"We are external auditors for the Killian Group of Companies and have been since 2004.  The audit for the year ended September 30, 2007 is in progress and will be finalized in the near future.  For the three previous years, we have had few audit adjustments with those primarily relating to bonus accruals based on audited profits and final adjustments to the income tax accruals which have been fairly insignificant.  We anticipate this to be the case for 2007 also.  We have also found the company internal financial statements to need few, if any adjustments, when we have been engaged to review the financial statements of the Companies on an interim basis."

Charles L. Rogers, Partner, BKD LLP