Bottom line is someone these folks need to sign a clause stating that they can not be fired for performance in a historically failing area.

ALL THE AREA MANAGERS FOR THE PAST 8 YEARS HAVE BEEN *FIRED*

Karen Shoen probably deserved it
Mike Bibby never saw the man!
Paul Astacio Nice guy
AJ Johnstone Nice guy, good luck in the future
(Next Area Manager's name HERE!)