Burt Huffener
Educated in mechanics and electronics, he joined the Green Beret Commandos during service. His business career started as general manager of a Volkswagen dealership, then started an exporting business. In 1981 BOY AG called and he has since been the executive of the recovery and breakdown trades. Bert is a star athlete, being a national champion in boxing,
water-ski-racing, ice hockey, power boat racing and parasailing.
His Association leader says of him that “he has achieved these at BOVAG:
- Beneficial legislation
- Official recognition of the industry
- Created protective zones
- Eliminated “wrecker” image
- Developed computer programs
- Established “training schools”
- Established compensatory rate schedules
- Promotes customer friendly approach
Bert is known as Mr. Takel en Bergen, Mr. Recovery by all branches of the industry and law enforcement. He created International Federation of Recovery Specialists, a grouping of international associations.