Cetane Associates adds two new team members
Cetane Associates recently hired Jack McMurchie and Taylor Garnett as analysts. Both provide support to Cetane’s M&A deal execution team.
“As Cetane continues to expand across the home and commercial services sectors, bringing on professionals like Jack and Taylor is essential to sustaining our momentum,” said Barrett Conway, managing director and principal of Cetane. “Their financial expertise and strong work ethic enhance our ability to serve clients nationwide.”
Before joining Cetane Associates, McMurchie spent three years at Turner Stone & Co. as an audit professional, leading and supporting engagements for both Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)-registered and privately held clients. His work included analyzing financial statements, testing internal controls and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Garnett has more than three years of experience in commercial banking, specializing in financial services for healthcare and not-for-profit organizations. Before joining Cetane Associates, she was an associate at Texas-based Amegy Bank, where she supported financing for a wide range of clients including churches, nonprofits, private schools, arts organizations and healthcare institutions.
Truly Nolen promotes two to new roles
Truly Nolen Pest Control, based in Tuscon, Ariz., promoted Edward Tapia to operations manager of the company’s Santa Fe, N.M., service office.
“Edward’s people skills, pest control knowledge and ability to develop others made him a great choice for his new position,” said Emily Cruz, Truly Nolen area manager, West Texas and New Mexico. “I know he enjoys being part of the Santa Fe community and I am glad he is a member of our team.”
Tapia joined Truly Nolen in May 2021 as a pest control technician. Some of his new responsibilities include helping the service office continue to maintain visibility with the local Santa Fe community as well as instilling the company’s core values throughout his team.
“I am most excited about coaching and teaching others to grow professionally as well,” said Tapia. “My favorite thing about working for Truly Nolen — besides our mouse ears — is working with others who take pride in their work and have a passion for success.”
Truly Nolen also promoted Aaron Meyer to operations manager of the company’s North Valley service office in Phoenix, Ariz. Meyer joined Truly Nolen in August 2012 as a pest control technician.
“Aaron’s ability to connect with others, his work ethic and his desire to help others success made him the perfect choice for his new position,” said James Adams, Truly Nolen area manager, Phoenix, Prescott and Flagstaff. “I look forward to watching him help take our North Valley team to new heights and I am glad he is a member of our team.”
Sprague Pest Solutions promotes two operations managers
Sprague Pest Solutions promoted both Michael Franks, Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE), and Christian Guidry to operations manager roles.
Michael Franks, ACE, operations manager, Denver, Colo.
- Joined Sprague in 2010.
- Completed Sprague’s Leadership Development Program in 2014.
- Was appointed as the team’s trainer technician in 2019.
- Earned his ACE designation in 2025.
Christian Guidry, operations manager, Seattle, Wash.
- Joined Sprague in 2023.
- Has served as the branch’s Safety Champion, promoting a culture of workplace safety and accountability.
Guidry joins as the second operations manager for the Seattle team, a milestone that reflects the expanding growth and complexity of the branch.
“As we continue to grow and expand, we are proud to elevate talented individuals who exemplify our core values and commitment to uncompromising service,” said Shane Hartnett, director of operations. “Mike and Christian are both proven leaders whose experience, initiative and passion will undoubtedly strengthen their teams and Sprague as a whole.”
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