Ken Ardiel has been a major participant and innovator in the auction, liquidation and valuation business for more than thirty years, as founder and president of Tradewest Asset Solutions Inc. Ken has managed the valuation and sale of millions of dollars of commercial and industrial assets in hundreds of projects.

Ranging from small family owned businesses to the largest ever mine equipment liquidation in North America on behalf of BHP Billiton Mines, Ken brings a wealth of senior experience and practical how-to knowledge, combined with honesty and integrity that has benefited both clients and customers alike.

Ken is a member in good standing of Canadian Personal Property Appraisal Group, CPPAG, the accreditation body for appraisals in Canada. He conducts appraisals of industrial and commercial machinery and equipment across Canada, on behalf of business owners, financial institutions, trustees and insurance companies.

Contact Ken at kardiel@tradewestsales.com.

Matthew T. Ardiel - Senior Project Manager / Appraiser

Matt Ardiel brings 15 years of experience to Tradewest. As a Senior Appraiser, Matthew's knowledge of the plant and machinery market is unparalleled. He is exceptionally well informed regarding current market values and brings that experience to bear on all appraisals he is involved with. We are proud to be able to put his experience and knowledge to work for the benefit of our customers.

Matt is a member in good standing of Canadian Personal Property Appraisal Group, CPPAG, the accreditation body for appraisals in Canada. He conducts appraisals of industrial and commercial machinery and equipment across Canada, on behalf of business owners, financial institutions, trustees and insurance companies.

Matt understands that when clients contact Tradewest, time is of the essence for many, and our response times are geared to the realities of business and industry. Fast, accurate valuations and business plans are the norm for Matt, and all of us at Tradewest!

Contact Matt at mtardiel@tradewestsales.com.

Wesley J. Ardiel - Senior Appraiser / Auctioneer

Wes Ardiel is the President of Southtrade Asset Solutions Inc., our affiliate company in Atlanta, GA, and divides his time between the two offices. A third generation auctioneer and appraiser, he brings a wealth of experience and practical know-how to every project. Wes runs his company the way he conducts his personal life, and adheres to the highest standards of honesty and ethics in both. He is a member of the National Auctioneers Association, the Georgia Auctioneers Association and the American Bankruptcy Institute.

Contact Wes at wardiel@southtradesales.com.