Credit Solutions CEO Selected as Enrepreneurial Finalist
May 14, 2008 - Ernst & Young LLP announced the finalists for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year award in Southwest Region - North/Texas/Arkansas/Oklahoma. Doug Van Arsdale, Founder and CEO of Credit Solutions, was selected out of 40 entrants by an independent judging panel.
"I am honored to be considered for this prestigious award," said Van Arsdale. "This area is full of great entrepreneurs who have established remarkable companies. It is indeed a privilege to be acknowledged with them."
The Entrepreneur Of The Year awards program recognizes business leaders in over 135 cities in 50 countries worldwide. Awards are given to entrepreneurs who demonstrate extraordinary success in the areas of innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. The regional award winners will be revealed at a gala event on June 28, 2008 at the Intercontinental Hotel. Each winner will be eligible for consideration in the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 2008 national program.
Founded in 2003, Credit Solutions is the largest for-profit debt management company in the nation. Having eliminated over $600 million to date, Credit Solutions takes pride in its award winning customer service team. In addition, the company utilizes innovative technology to make each customer's experience efficient and positive.
"Credit Solutions started out as an idea, but our success is a direct result of our employees' hard work," said Van Arsdale. "Our employees take customer satisfaction to an entirely new level. It's that type of dedication that makes this possible."
Learn more about Credit Solutions, debt management options, and get financial tips at: http://www.creditsolutions.com.
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About Credit Solutions
Credit Solutions manages over $1.73 billion of unsecured debt for its clients. Since its establishment in 2003, Credit Solutions has grown to over 700 employees. The company has worked with 143,626 consumers to date and have 84,051 current clients as of March 18, 2008. Credit Solutions secures a reduction in outstanding debt, provides solid financial information and innovative budgeting tools. Recently, Credit Solutions' high-tech customer service was recognized by Red Herring, a worldwide media leader. In the last 12 months, the company has eliminated more than $600 million of debt for its clients.
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