Ken Austin

Ken Austin rose from humble roots in rural Oregon to build A-Dec, a multi-million dollar international business, guided by a core set of principles and the tireless support of his wife and partner, Joan. A-dec is one of the largest dental equipment makers in the world. In addition to the story of "the A-Dec Way," American Dreamers tells of the Austins' personal adventures and obstacles, including Joan’s conjuring of The Allison—a world-class resort spa—in the middle of Yamhill County, and Ken's battle with alcoholism.

Their personal story gets some professional polish from Tymchuk, head of the Oregon Historical Society, who writes well and knows how to organize the material into an engaging narrative. American Dreamers is a refreshing, inspiring story of overcoming obstacles to find success.… (meer)