Matt Thompson Taxidermy Supply joins McKenzie

As of July 27, 2007 Matt Thompson Taxidermy Supply has become the newest member of the McKenzie family of companies. Matt's business was founded in 1985 in Lovejoy, Georgia with a keen interest in fish and a concentration on foam fish bodies. Over the next 22 years Matt developed over 900 forms for nearly every species of freshwater fish. In addition to his famous fish forms, Matt designed and sculptured his own line of whitetail deer and later added a complete line of fiberglass fish blanks and a full line of taxidermy supplies.

If you have had the opportunity to spend any time around Matt, you know that he has a real passion for his farm in Georgia and his interest in fishing. In announcing the sale of the business Matt said, "After 30 years in the business, I have decided to spend more time on my farm and pursue some other interests." While Matt enjoys his semi-retirement hunting and fishing, he will continue to consult with McKenzie on his product line.

The complete line of Matt's products will be stocked at McKenzie's North Carolina facility and many of them are already stocked at McKenzie's distribution centers in Nebraska and Texas. While informing his customers of the change, Matt said, "The decision to work with McKenzie was an easy one based on their ability to provide you with the highest level of service in the industry and because we have done business together for many years. Their vast product offering and commitment to their customers are qualities that will make your business relationship with them a successful one."

For information on any of the Matt Thompson products, you may call McKenzie's at 800-279-7985.