Company Name: Bozeman Tree Service and Christmas Décor
Owner: Jeff Pfeil
Number of Employees: 8
Location: Bozeman
Services: Tree care and removal, and holiday decorating
Year started: 2000

Challenge : As the owner of an established business, Jeff Pfeil of Bozeman Tree Service and Christmas Décor identified an opportunity to take his business to the next level.

Recognizing the chance to fulfill unmet needs and grow his market share, he decided to expand operations which required the acquisition of capital intensive equipment. Pfeil sought the assistance from Prospera Business Network to help him face what he describes as two of the biggest fears business owners have to overcome: approaching the bank to secure funding and borrowing a significant sum of money.

Solution : Through Prospera, Pfeil received assistance with cash flow projections for the expansion, recommendations to further develop his business plan and the support necessary to secure a loan through a local lender.

Result : Having a solid business plan and strong cash flow projections Pfeil was empowered to find the most competitive rates for his loan. This saved him thousands of dollars and led to a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship with a bank. “It allowed me to have more confidence going to the bank knowing all of my i’s were dotted and t’s were crossed before assuming debt.” With the loan, Bozeman Tree Service and Christmas Décor purchased an aerial bucket truck, a tree stump grinder and another tree sprayer. Having obtained the tools to pursue an untapped market, Bozeman Tree Service has become one of the largest tree companies in Southwest Montana and the business continues to grow!

"Prospera is an exceptional organization and resource that people should utilize at any stage in the business cycle."
–Jeff Pfeil, Bozeman Tree Service and Christmas Décor