function quote(){
	//store the quotations in arrays
      quotes = new Array(16);
      authors = new Array(16);
      quotes[0] = "I would like to thank Echo Global Logistics for their great service as well as their safe and reliable handling of our transportation needs.";
      authors[0] = "Timothy K., Electronics Recycling Firm";
      quotes[1] = "Echo truly cares about the needs of our company. Echo's prices always beat competitors by at least $100 and every dollar counts. Thanks to Echo we can ship our product safely, quickly, but most importantly effectively.";
      authors[1] = "Angela W., Large Volume Liquidator";
      quotes[2] = "In dealing with carriers or brokers, I have never experienced the kind of service I have experienced at Echo. I wish more people who deal with customers took lessons from Echo.";
      authors[2] = "Joe B., Molding Manufacturer";
	  quotes[3] = "I've never been more pleased – I can go online, choose a carrier, get my rate, schedule my pickup, and print my BOL copies at my convenience without picking up the phone. I would personally recommend Echo to anyone using a freight carrier.";
      authors[3] = "Don B., Replacement Parts Specialist";
      quotes[4] = "I think Echo Global Logistics is the number one company to work with and the people who work at Echo should be commended.";
      authors[4] = "Al U., Bicycle Manufacturer";
      quotes[5] = "Using Echo gives me a comfort level knowing that our promises to customers as to transit times will be met. We can keep the costs down to our customers with Echo's competitive pricing. Nine times out of ten there is someone who can help me right away. Things can change on a dime in transportation.";
      authors[5] = "Patty S., Print Resin Manufacturer";
	  quotes[6] = "We are growing and prospering only because we found some great friends like the team at Echo Global Logistics who have provided us with loyal support along the way.";
      authors[6] = "David D., Furniture Wholesaler";
      quotes[7] = "Our recent decision to use Echo Global Logistics has been a great fit. Echo arranges our shipments and responds quickly to concerns. We look forward to a continued relationship with Echo.";
      authors[7] = "Rachel S., Refrigerator Distributor";
      quotes[8] = "In 2007 we signed an Enterprise agreement with Echo to manage all our freight. Echo's superb online system and pricing has helped us achieve significant growth, and Echo's customer service is unparalleled.";
      authors[8] = "Scott R., Auto Parts Supplier";
	  quotes[9] = "Echo gets better rates than we could saving our company and our distributors money, allowing us to be more competitive – especially when shipping across the country. Echo makes everybody's jobs a little easier.";
      authors[9] = "Sue C., Water System Supplier";
      quotes[10] = "Echo saves us time and money and our customers are happy with the competitive rates and stellar service they receive.";
      authors[10] = "Allison C., Commercial Container Supplier";
      quotes[11] = "Even when comparing rates with two other carriers, Echo always comes out more cost efficient. Who has time for anything other than great rates, customer service, shared knowledge and efficiency? They are the keys to our success.";
      authors[11] = "Allison W., Auto Salvage";
	  quotes[12] = "I greatly appreciate all the service we have received from Echo. All my shipping processes have been very easy and simple.";
      authors[12] = "Leticia H., Performance Auto Parts";
      quotes[13] = "Echo's web-tools are very easy to use and submitting orders and getting BOLs is easy and convenient. Echo really cares about the level of customer service they provide.";
      authors[13] = "Paul L., Plumbing Manufacturer/Distributor";
      quotes[14] = "I appreciate the speedy, efficient service and consistent follow-up. Echo's prices and service have earned my business.";
      authors[14] = "Robert L. Monte, Container Manufacturer";
	  quotes[15] = "Echo is my number one choice when it comes to our transportation needs. They offer competitive rates with customer service second to none. We are really pleased with Echo and tell all our customers... if you want the best in transportation, call Echo.";
      authors[15] = "Becky Perez, Communication Provider";

      //calculate a random index
      index = Math.floor(Math.random() * quotes.length);

      //display the quotation
      document.write("<p id=\"testimonial\">\"" + quotes[index] + "\"\n");
	  document.write("<br><br>\n");
      document.write("<span id=\"author\">" + authors[index] + "</span></p>\n");

      //done
}