Anyone know anything about HDL retirement?

The following note is from Debbie dated 12/8 regarding trying to get information about the Handleman Retirement:

I called this morning at 6:30am our time, and went through Handleman's voice mail. I had to spell someone's name and I did what George (Rosenjack) said and went to David Hein and on the message there it said if you have any questions on retirement to go to Ken's box at 371. He also gave his last name I just didn't get it. as well as his e-mail address, once again that was way to fast for me to get. I did leave him a message but have not heard from him yet. I gave Ken my name, phone number and the years I worked for Handleman. Oh and my maiden name too. Wednesday is my day off so if I don't hear anything by then I am going to call again. The main thing is that George seems to feel that we should all call. So I am going to pass this along to everyone. If one of us can at least get some information then they can pass it on to the rest of us. So call!!! 248-362-4400! I will keep you posted and you keep me posted ok? And let anyone else that you have their e-mail address for know too. I only have a few. Please pass onto the Blog. Take care and Later Debbie

And an update on 12/11:

I got a hold of someone at Handleman. I tried calling again this morning and got Ken. I guess he is not responding to his messages, any way he did say there is money left for retirement but the company that is going to be handling it has not been picked yet. He told me to send him all my personal information and he would forward it to H.R. Meaning my Name, address and phone number. I also added my birthday date, and years I worked for Handleman. Here is his e-mail address he gave it to me. Ken.Kartje@Handleman.com. Please pass this along to anyone you can think off. I felt so sorry for him. Put on Blog too! I guess now it is going to be a wait and see. All we can do is hope. Talk to you later Debbie

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If anyone reading this has any information, would you please post a comment here? Or email Robert or Pam directly?

Thanks!

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Anybody else get the mail today????

Hey everyone,

I don't want to rain on the parade of everyone's good memories, but I received in the mail today a notice for the annual shareholders meeting. Included in it, is a proxy voting card. They are officially looking to dissovle and liquidate assets. I haven't looked into in depth, but looks kinda like Handleman will be officially gone. It does look like Crave and REPS will continue. I don't know if anyone else has kept up or still has any shares left, but thought that some of you would like to know. Me, personally, this saddens me, because it's like loosing my "Handleman Family" all over again. I hope everyone is doing well and look forward to hearing and/or seeing all of you again!!!! Blessings and best wishes to all!!!!!

Jeff Blanch

jjblanch7@yahoo.com
(715) 205-0464
(715) 736-1441

And what a great time it was!!

About 30 ex-Handleman folks converged on Doug and Barb Kuennen's backyard for a great get-together on August 23rd. I'm afraid to name names because I know I'll probably forget someone - but we did miss those of you who weren't able to make it (THIS YEAR!). We are seriously planning another "UN-Sales Meeting" - probably late August again next year. We'll pick a weekend and a location (Vegas is top of the list right now) and do some serious catching up! So keep that in the back of your mind - I know that no one location or date will be perfect for everyone, but we hope we'll see even more familiar faces next year.

On to the pictures from this year...before you look at these, a disclaimer. I DID edit a few of them - I know not everyone would want a picture of themselves picking their nose up on the internet!

Anyway, I hope you enjoy the show...

We're Havin' a Party!!

Well, actually Doug Kuennen is and he's given me permission to post it here - so what do you say?? Anyone up for a party with some old friends from Handleman days?? Here is the info you need:

Doug and Barb Kuennen invite you to a party on Saturday August 23rd
starting at 2PM. With all that has transpired the last few years in our
business life, now is the time for all friends to gather for a good
time! We will have snacks, soft drinks, wine, beer, tea and hard
liquor. We will serve dinner later in day. We have a inground pool so
if you wish to cool your feet or whole body bring your bathing suit and
beach towel. Please bring your spouse, boy friend or girl friend.
Please RSVP so we know how many to expect by replying
to this email bk5329@aol.com.

Who: Doug and Barb Kuennen
What: Summer Party (Rain or Shine)
Where: St. Charles, Missouri 63304
When: Saturday August 23rd 2PM until????
RSVP: by August 16th

I think I'm going to be able to make it up there (ANYTHING for a reason to get out of Alabama!!) I hope to see some of you there!!

Pam