Southern Maine’s wildlife control expert, Ray Saucier, is glad to be home. Deployed for nine months in Iraq, Ray Saucier, Army Reservist - Sergeant First Class and a recipient of the Bronze Star, is now back in business serving his community with specialized wildlife control services, the other occupation he is specially trained for. Ray was part of an Advisory Support Team where he advised a Company Commander of the Iraqi Intervention Force. Knowing Iraqis would see their first free election in 30 years was a big motivator for Ray and a cause he is passionate about. Ray is also passionate about protecting people, property and wildlife through his Sanford based Critter Control business. While he is committed to serve in our Nations’ military, his active military status comes with a price. Ray is self employed and presently he is the entire staff at Critter Control of Southern Maine. So, when Ray was called to active duty and deployed to Iraq, his business had to be closed, at least temporarily. Not unlike thousands of other entrepreneurs in America who are in the reserves, when called to duty their business enterprise suffers, many times causing financial hardship for the reservist immediate family. Ray’s family quickly felt the financial pinch as a result of the loss of income the business provided. Ray’s customers were forced to look elsewhere for the unique wildlife control services he once provided. None the less, Ray’s feet are back on American soil in his home state of Maine and he is in the process of re-building his business. “I’ll rebuild my business one day at a time.” said Ray. “I wouldn’t change a thing. The volunteer military we have in America is filled with some of the bravest and most talented people on the planet and I’m truly honored to serve our county along side them.” Kevin Clark, founder and CEO of the nationwide Critter Control franchise network which Ray represents, was so moved by Ray’s dedication to his country and his unwaverring commitment to the rebuilding his business, decided to take action himself by offering special financial incentives to retiring U.S. Armed Forces Veterans seeking a Critter Control franchise. "We're proud to be able to offer our veterans who are leaving the military an opportunity to have a piece of the American dream, the very dream they've defended. We recognize veterans as highly motivated - proven leaders," said Kevin Clark, Critter Control's CEO. "They've served our country and we want to show our appreciation." Clark’s Critter Control also became a member of the International Franchise Association's Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative (VetFran). Critter Control is recognized as a "Veteran Friendly Franchisor" providing special programs specifically set aside for prior veterans. Ray Saucier thinks this is a good idea. His fellow veterans need opportunities much like the one Critter Control offers in order to have a chance to achieve the American dream. About Critter Control Founded in 1982, Critter Control is the nation's leading wildlife and animal damage control company serving municipalities and residential and commercial customers. Critter Control is a member of the National Wildlife Control Operators Association, (NWCOA), National Pest Management Association (NPMA), the International Franchise Association (IFA) and a proud member of the International Franchise Association's Vet Fran program. Based in Traverse City, Michigan., the rapidly expanding company currently has more than 100 franchises in the United States and Canada. Critter Control has developed integrated and ecologically sound management practices to resolve wildlife conflicts and practices. Discover "Animal Facts," have fun with "Animal Trivia,"and send "CritterCards" FREE from www.crittercontrol.com and Call 800.451.6544 to reach the Critter Control.
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