Manufacturers typically do not maintain staff with the expertise to evaluate and support the execution of business diversification opportunities, special projects, or feasibility studies. IMC was able to supply the required expertise in our areas of interest that focused on timely and cost-effective services supporting important investment decisions. Two key projects worth mentioning that IMC managed for Al-Pac were: the ability to generate and sell surplus power into the grid generating enough revenue to offset a plant’s natural gas costs (~$2MM annually) and converting ~20% of our harvested wood to rail delivery, reducing carbon emissions and saving ~$800K each year. The time spent with and the appreciation for IMC’s team has led to my joining the firm as a senior associate post-retirement!