www.53.com - Underwriter of school bonds and notes for the construction and improvement of facilities, energy conservation projects and general fund cash flow. We provide pre-election assistance for voted bond issues, bond structure and millage impact studies/reports.

www.therainsgroup.com - Gallagher/Rains is an employee group benefits consulting and brokerage firm headquartered in Bingham Farms, Michigan. Founded in 1996, Gallagher/Rains provides services to over 100 corporate clients located throughout the country. With a seasoned professional and support staff of 25, Gallagher/Rains has differentiated itself by providing clients with the financial and benefit plan design results that allow them to meet their corporate objectives.

As you will see throughout our website, Gallagher/Rains provides a full range of employee benefits brokerage and consulting services. We serve clients in a wide variety of businesses, including: Auto Suppliers, Manufacturers,
Engineering and Design, Municipalities, Financial, Services, Retailers, Law Firms, and School Districts.

www.k12insight.com

MILAF+ - The Michigan Liquid Asset Fund ("MILAF+" or the "Fund"), currently managed by the PFM group, is a comprehensive cash management program created in 1987 by the Michigan Association of School Boards.

MILAF+ offers its participants a professionally managed portfolio with two share classes- the Cash Management Class that provides unlimited checkwriting privileges and the MAX Class which offers a competitive money market rate. Both share classes stress "safety of principal" as the number one objective and the portfolio comprising both share classes is rated AAAm* by Standard and Poor's.

Additional fixed income investment products are available through the Investment Adviser to assist MILAF+ participants in seeking to maximize results.
Contact MILAF+ to learn more.

www.setseg.org - For 33 years, SET SEG has helped foster a competitive environment for insurance services specifically developed for local and intermediate public school districts. More than 550 school districts in Michigan enjoy SET SEG insurance programs including complete fringe benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, travel/accident, flexible spending programs, health reimbursement arrangements, third-party administrator services; and property/casualty errors and omissions, equipment breakdown, underground storage tank, and workers’ compensation.
For more information, contact Chuck Miller at cmiller@setseg.org

http://udim.org - United Dairy Industry of Michigan/Dairy Council of Michigan is a non-profit nutrition education organization which provides Five Food Group nutrition education materials and services to schools throughout Michigan. Education materials are designed for: elementary and secondary classrooms, school foodservice department, school health fairs, staff wellness activities, and implementation of Local Wellness Policies. Grants and sponsorships are offered to help improve child nutrition in the school environment; and for collaboration with other organizations such as the Michigan Department of Education, Michigan Department of Community Health, Michigan State University/Team Nutrition, and Michigan Action For Healthy Kids on projects to improve children’s health. In-service workshops are presented at state and regional conferences for classroom teachers, foodservice directors/managers, and administrators health professionals/community-based health organizations.

http://AIGRetirement.com - AIG Retirement is the number one provider of administrative services to K-12 clients in the US. We have been working with K-12 organizations since our inception and were the first enroll a 403(b) plan participant in the K-12 market. We are keenly aware of the essential needs of the K-12 market, and currently service 8,867 K-12 employers who sponsor 10,929 plans. Of those plans, 9,078 are 403(b) plans, all of which must be in compliance for the new 403(b) regulations no later than January 1, 2009. AIG Retirement continues to be committed to the needs of K-12 plan sponsors and participants as is evidenced by our significant contribution of resources and support to MASA, MSBO and MASB.

GLP & Associates
www.glpwins.com/ - We firmly believe an educated client is our company's most valuable asset, and our commitment to provide the best financial solutions for retirement and estate planning, as well as long-term care and life insurance protection, set us apart in today's financial services market. We continue our tradition of educating clients on achieving their financial goals and needs for over four decades, and continue to build lasting client relationships based not only on our knowledge and experience, but also a firm commitment to service excellence. We utilize the right combination of technology and direct customer contact, so our clients are assured of receiving the best customer service possible.

www.kingscott.com - Kingscott is a full service architectural, engineering and technology, and interior design firm located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We like what we do. We are dedicated to our clients’ long term satisfaction. We provide creative and responsible design that reflects what our clients want. We have fun.
Services include Architecture, Interior Design, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Master Planning, Feasibility Studies, Facility Assessments, Code Analysis, Energy Audits, Equipment Analysis, Cost Estimating, Construction Administration, Site Evaluation/Selection, and Bond Issue Planning.

www.millercanfield.com - Although Miller Canfield has more lawyers in Michigan than any other firm and is the longest established, we're noted for our youthful spirit. Today, as we move at a pace unimaginable when the firm was founded over 150 years ago, we're making use of dispute resolution, information technology, and many other innovative approaches - all with the goal of helping our clients solve their legal problems, and serving our communities in the very best way possible.

http://www.plantmoran.com - Plante & Moran is a broad-based professional certified public accounting and consulting firm. We proactively pursue and respond to the needs of clients by rendering a wide range of high-quality professional services commensurate with our collective abilities and representing true value in relation to cost. Although we continue to operate the firm in conformance with sound business practices, we remain a professional firm with our primary emphasis on serving, not profit.

www.shwgroup.com - One of the nation’s leading educational facility design firms, SHW Group is committed to providing innovative, responsive solutions that reflect our client’s values. SHW offers expertise in education planning and design drawing from a foundation of 60 years, 3500 education projects and 7 offices nationwide.

http://www.thrunlaw.com/- Thrun Law Firm, P.C. has a long and successful history of providing legal services to public school districts throughout the State of Michigan. The firm has two offices, located in Lansing and Bloomfield Hills, and a complement of 26 attorneys who work with public school officials on a daily basis. Our focus on school law and history of almost exclusively representing school districts for over 50 years provides tangible benefits to our school clients through experienced and knowledgeable attorneys and staff, effective and efficient legal representation, comprehensive legal analysis of issues facing public education, and fair and cost-effective billing practices. Thrun Law Firm offers a full range of legal services to its school district clients. Our extensive legal expertise avoids the need for our school district clients to retain several lawyers and law firms, enabling them to obtain quality legal services while containing their costs.

Williams & Company, LLC Financial Services
rich@williams-co.com - Financial consulting and planning/retirement services. 403(b), IRAs, 529's, long-term care, life insurance, annuities, mutual funds.

Consolidated Financial
maxeyt@consolidated-financial.com - Consolidated Financial Corporation (CFC) is an independent full-spectrum financial services boutique, specializing in individualized retirement planning and investment consulting for public school employees. Our mission is to ensure that every one of our clients is prepared to enjoy what comes after retirement from public school employment. We offer the most choice in the 403(b)/457 universe, enabling us to design a customized financial strategy to meet any client’s specific goals. CFC currently has over 30,000 clients, and works with approximately 250 public institutions. We have been in the business of helping people manage their wealth since 1981.

DEPCO, LLC
www.depcollc.com - Since 1981, DEPCO (Dependable Educational Products Company) has been marketing quality technology equipment to school systems throughout the Midwest. Over time, the development and integration of manufacturing with technology suppliers has made DEPCO a leading, experienced provider of technology education programs throughout the nation and North America.

Fanning/Howey Associates, Inc.
www.fhai.com - Fanning Howey has worked to create dynamic learning facilities that serve the entire community for more than four decades. We believe that architecture should serve the learning process, and that the needs of the client are our first priority. Every employee believes in a collaborative design process that places the client's vision at the heart of all design solutions.

Hulings and Associates, LLC
www.hulingsandassociates.com - Thirty years of motivational training experience development workshops that are applicable for a variety of organizations. Training modules are informational, as well as entertaining and motivational. Proactive training programs designed for our clients based upon our clients needs. Development of training material that is specific for our clients and their employees.

Macmillan/McGraw-Hill
http://mcgraw-hill.com/ - The McGraw-Hill Companies is driving the financial services, education and business information markets through leading brands such as Standard & Poor's, BusinessWeek and McGraw-Hill Education.

Sehi Computer Products, Inc.
www.sehi.com/ - Sehi Computer Products, Inc. is a value added reseller, with a particular focus on serving the educational market. Since our founding in 1983, we have built a reputation based upon customer support, responsive service, and technical expertise as an authorized Hewlett-Packard Reseller. Our goal is to add value to the products you purchase from us. Sehi services include system consultation, pre- and post-sales support, printer and PC repair service as well as Help Desk programs. When you purchase from Sehi, you can depend upon quality products from Hewlett Packard, Epson, IBM, Xerox, Lexmark, Tektronics, Adobe, Microsoft, and other brand names known worldwide for excellence.

Skanska USA Building, Inc.
www.skanskausa.com - Local firm with global vision providing construction management, program management, general contracting and design/build services; the company has 336 strong employees withdiversified degrees of specialization; the organization is comprised of people making a career of working for Skanska. These long term employees help ensure consistency in the services we provide.

Wolgast Corporation
www.wolgastcorporation.com/ - Construction Management, the Wolgast Way, applies modern management techniques that provide our clients the strong leadership necessary for both small and large complex projects. We have systemized our construction process to be the most efficient and responsive in the industry, and we work as our client's advocate at every stage of the project providing unbiased advice, responsive only to our client's interests. Our services cover the entire spectrum of construction phases from pre-bond to post construction. Please call 989.233.4634 for a free consultation.

ARAMARK Education
aramarkschools.com - ARAMARK Education provides a complete range of food and facility services to over 600 school districts across the U.S.

Barton Malow
www.bartonmalow.com

Bear, Stearns, and Co., Inc.
www.bearstearns.com/
Bear, Stearns & Co. Inc. is a leading global investment banking, securities trading and brokerage firm.Since 1923, we have helped corporations, institutions, governments and individuals reach their financial objectives.Clients have come to rely on the breadth of our expertise, our commitment to client service and our innovative approach to problem-solving.Talented professionals join Bear Stearns because of our unique corporate culture. Based on respect, integrity, meritocracy, innovation and a commitment to philanthropy, these guiding principles serve as blueprint for the way that we do business.

Chartwells School Dining
www.chartwellsschooldining.com - Chartwells School Dining is the leader in school food service management services. We currently provide school food service to over 116 school districts here in Michigan. Our goal is to get school districts, administrators, board of education out of the food business so they can focus on education. We have been in business here in Michigan for over 25 years providing last year forty million meals to Michigan students.
rick.simpson@compass-usa.com

Comerica Securities
comerica.com/securities - Comerica Securities has a solid reputation for helping clients successfully underwrite taxable and tax-exempt financing. We've built a highly knowledgeable team of investment bankers, traders and analysts, as well as a vast securities distribution network. We have the understanding to properly structure and price securities, and we're headquartered in Michigan so we also understand the specific needs of Michigan issuers.

Dickinson Wright, PLLC
www.dickinsonwright.com/scripts/index.asp -Based in Michigan, Dickinson Wright offers comprehensive legal services to a broad range of clients, from very large corporations to small businesses, new ventures, individuals, and governmental units. Dickinson Wright has a tradition of serving the civic and charitable needs of its communities and a long-standing commitment to the advancement of women and minorities in the legal profession.

E. Gilbert & Sons, Inc.
www.egilbertandsons.com - E. Gilbert & Son's, Inc. Construction was founded in 1931 with the principle "devote talents and concern to the customer's complete satisfaction." The construction manager (CM) is your construction expert and an integral part of the project team. Our experienced and concerned staff works closely with you and the other team members to ensure you receive maximum value from your investment. For our part E. Gilbert & Son's, Inc. takes full responsibility for all construction-related activities.
Paul Gilbert - paulg@egilbertandsons.com

Excalibur Personnel, Inc.
www.excaliburpersonnel.com - Excalibur Personnel enables school districts to retain valuable employees by entering into contracts to supply the district with employees in a management or clerical position. The district will select the employees, usually current employees who are eligible for retirement, to be hired by Excalibur Personnel. Excalibur Personnel pays the employee and all appropriate employment taxes. The school district pays Excalibur Personnel in accordance with the agreed upon contract. The contract can be on a monthly, weekly, or even daily basis. Customized contracts are available for full or part time employees to serve the needs of the school district.

French Associates
www.frenchaia.com - French Associates Inc. offers a full range of services designed to assist our clients in all aspects of the building process.
Our services include: Planning, Bond Application, Preparation, Cost Estimating, Facility Programming, Facility Planning, Master Planning, Site Evaluation & Selection, Space Planning, Architectural Design, Interior Design, ADA Compliance Surveys, Bid Analysis & Negotiation, Code Analysis, Construction Administration, Facility Assessments, Feasibility Studies, Field Supervision, Operating Budget Development, and Post Occupancy Services.

GMB Architects-Engineers
www.gmb.com
Since the firm was founded in 1968, we have continued to reinforce our distinguished heritage through exceptional service throughout the design + implementation process with excellent people. We approach each step of the process of architecture, from design to completion, as an art in itself, applying the same passion for design to the technology, budget, and project management.

Granger Construction
www.grangerconstruction.com - Founded on strong principles, Granger continues to honor these corporate values through the application of the Golden Rule. Over the years, Granger has earned its positive reputation for trust, honesty, fairness, integrity, compassion and an appreciation for the unique contribution of each Team member.

Honeywell
www.honeywell.com - Honeywell has been a leader in building solutions for schools in Michigan for over 50 years. They are located in Kentwood, Saginaw, and Wixom. Their work in Performance Contracting has upgraded facilities and saved school districts millions of dollars in energy and operating costs over the last 20 years. Hundreds of Michigan schools have Honeywell fire, security, environmental control systems or facility maintenance services. Most recently, Honeywell has developed a way for school administrators to communicate rapidly and accurately with the parents, with INSTANT ALERT for SCHOOLS, a web-based communication service.

Integrated Design Solutions
www.ids-troy.com - We believe in uncompromising customer service beginning with quality. Integrated Design Solutions for our clients. Our commitment to progressive vision, integrity and leadership is carried through every member of our staff to build on and strengthen our relationships with each other, our clients, and our community.

Johnson Controls

McCarthy & Smith, Inc.

MEEMIC Insurance
www.meemic.com/ - MEEMIC Insurance Company provides personal auto, homeowners, boat, and umbrella coverages to teachers and other educational employees. MEEMIC Insurance Company. In 1950, seven teachers formed MEEMIC based on their belief that they could provide an invaluable service to their fellow educators by offering high-quality, affordable insurance protection. Over fifty-five years and more than 150,000 policyholders later, MEEMIC is a Michigan-based company that proudly reflects our roots in the educational community, and a commitment to offering the finest possible protection, products and service at affordable rates.

Michigan Army National Guard - Recruiting

Michigan Leadership Institute
www.mileader.com

New Century Education

Oppenheimer & Company
www.opco.com/ - Oppenheimer is a leading national investment boutique that provides financial services and advice to high net worth investors, individuals, businesses and institutions. For over 120 years, we have provided investors with the necessary expertise and insight to meet the challenge of achieving their financial goals. Our commitment to our clients' investment needs, our experienced and dedicated professionals, and our proud tradition empower us to deliver effective and innovative solutions to our clients.

Partners in Architecture, PLC

Pearson Digital Education
www.pearsondigital.com - Pearson is the leading provider of Pre K-12 technology-driven solutions that span early foundations through high school graduation. Their dedicated partnership with over 50,000 schools worldwide has helped raise the achievement of over 20 million students.

Professional Contract Management, Inc.
www.professionalcontract.net/ - Professional Contract Management provides contracting of educational employees within a proven framework. PCMI provides administrative, daily and long term substitutes, coaches, clerical, custodial, para rofessional, etc. We have a history of providing school districts with valued employees, significant financial savings, and no long-term entanglements. Look to PCMI as a means to enhance your district and its bottom line.

Public Financial Management, Inc.

Raymond James & Associates
www.raymondjames.com/

Scholastic
www.scholastic.com/ - Scholastic, the global children’s publishing and media company, has a corporate mission supported through all of its divisions of instilling the love of reading and learning for lifelong pleasure in all children. Recognizing that literacy is the cornerstone of a child’s intellectual, personal and cultural growth, Scholastic, for more than 80 years, has created quality products and services that educate, entertain and motivate children and are designed to help enlarge their understanding of the world around them.

Scientific Learning
www.scilearn.com

Stauder, Barch & Associates, Inc.
www.stauderbarch.com/ - Michigan-owned and Michigan-based, Stauder, Barch & Associates is the oldest and largest independent public financial advisor in the state. Additionally, the firm is consistently ranked among the top ten financial advisory firms in the nation. Our experience, reputation and proximity to our clients assists them in moving through complex processes quickly and efficiently, receiving an expertly administered consulting process, that ultimately provides an edge in the capital markets over other municipal issuers. As an independent advisor, Stauder, Barch & Associates has no interest in any bank or brokerage. This means Stauder Barch has no interest in shaping a particular financing to suit any specific investor. Our sole commitment is to our client.

Turner Construction Company
www.turnerconstruction.com - Turner Construction operates nationwide offering a diverse array of K-12 Market services including: pre-bond qualification, conceptual estimating, referendum consultation and construction phase management. For over 100 years, our reputation has been built upon quality, teamwork and professionalism.

Umbaugh
www.umbaugh.com - Umbaugh is a certified public accounting firm providing financial advisory services to school districts. We provide comprehensive services that are tailored to our clients' special needs, providing guidance and assistance from inception to completions of each project. Our independence is assurance of the greatest objectivity in analyzing, planning, and structuring of each project.

Wachovia Securities
www.wachovia.com - Why choose Wachovia Securities? - Because creating an effective financial strategy can help ensure that your goals become a reality. Whether you are planning for your own retirement, preparing to pay for a child’s college tuition, or need guidance as the result of a major life event, Wachovia Securities can help.

http://www.urscorp.com/ - The industry's finest planners, engineers, architects, scientists and program and construction managers make up our professional staff. Our broad-based expertise is a valued resource for federal, state and local agencies as well as private clients in the chemical, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, forest products, mining, oil and gas and utilities industries. We serve our clients' needs from 300 offices in more than 20 countries.

Van Buren Research and Development Foundation
www.vbrdf.org - The Van Buren Research and Development Foundation located in Lawrence, Michigan is a 501C3 non-profit entity dedicated to serving the needs of the Michigan Department of Education, Intermediate School Districts, K-12 and K-8 districts across the state of Michigan. The Foundation provides the following services to its clients: Climate/Satisfaction Surveys, Contracting for Personnel Needs, Program Evaluation, Grant Evaluation, finding Alternative Funding sources for projects, assistance for districts addressing Adequate Yearly Progress issues, and Budget Forecasting.