Heritage Global Valuations, a division of Heritage Global Inc., specializing in the valuation of commercial & industrial assets including inventories and machinery & equipment, announced that Rick Wiorek, ASA, CEA has joined HGV as a Director.

Wiorek has over 34 years of experience in the appraisal of industrial machinery and equipment. He is certified by the American Society of Appraisers as an Accredited Senior Appraiser (“ASA”) and Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers as a Certified Equipment Appraiser (“CEA”) and is an active member of both associations.  Based in Chicago, Wiorek will focus on appraisals that support asset-based lending, financial reporting, tax reporting and sales/leaseback transactions.

“Rick is joining our team as we continue to execute our strategy to build out the national platform for valuations. He brings a wealth of experience in valuation and investment in the Midwest market, and we are excited to have him on board,” said Charles Seeley, ASA, Managing Director of HGV.

“We're pleased to have Rick join our team; he will help us expand our already robust suite of asset valuation services. He is a knowledgeable industry veteran and will enhance our capabilities and our commitment to offer our clients the best possible asset valuation, liquidation, and consulting services,” stated Michael Goldstein, Executive Managing Director of HGV.