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James Decker Named President of U-Haul Company of San Fernando Valley

Posted on: Wednesday, 29 July 2009, 18:40 CDT

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, Calif., July 29 /PRNewswire/ -- The U-Haul Company of San Fernando Valley today announced the promotion of James Decker to president. Decker brings more than 10 years of U-Haul experience to his new position, where he will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the company, including truck, trailer and storage rentals.

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"Jim brings the energy and the know-how to lead by example and build a successful team. He has always shown the dedication it takes to embrace programs, policies, and procedures, and get the work done," affirmed Area District Vice President (ADVP) Matt McFarren. "I am confident that under his leadership the U-Haul Company of San Fernando Valley will continue to WOW our customers and serve them with excellence."

Decker began his U-Haul career in November 1998 as a customer service representative (CSR) for the Westminster U-Haul Center. Three years later, in December 2001, he was promoted to general manager (GM). From 2003 to 2006, Decker managed operations at the Lambert U-Haul Center, Fullerton U-Haul Center and Placentia U-Haul Center. In February 2006, Decker transferred to field relief manager (FRM) for the U-Haul Company of Orange County. Today, Decker will oversee operations as president of the U-Haul Company of San Fernando Valley.

"I am motivated by success and will teach and lead by example to build a winning team," Decker stated. "I will pass on knowledge that will help my team members become leaders and achieve company goals. "Additionally," Decker continued, "I will ensure that my team has the knowledge and professionalism to provide exceptional service to our customers."

Since 1945, U-Haul has been the undisputed choice for the do-it-yourself mover, with a network of more than 15,650 locations in all 50 United States and 10 Canadian provinces. U-Haul customers' patronage has enabled the Company to maintain a fleet size of 96,000 trucks, 75,000 trailers and 35,000 towing devices. U-Haul offers more than 387,000 rooms and more than 34 million square feet of storage space at more than 1,075 owned and managed facilities throughout North America. U-Haul is the consumer's number one choice as the largest installer of permanent trailer hitches in the automotive aftermarket industry. U-Haul supplies alternative-fuel for vehicles and backyard barbecues as one of the nation's largest retailer of propane.

Contact: Joanne Fried U-Haul Public Relations publicrelations@uhaul.com 602-263-6194

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