Alliance Technology Solutions Honored as One of "Michigan Top 50 Companies to Watch"

Business Wire, March 25, 2008

ORION, Mich. -- Alliance Technology Solutions, LLC, a leading IT infrastructure systems supplier, has been recognized by the Edward Lowe Foundation as one of the "Michigan 50 Companies to Watch." Alliance founder and president Margie Garza-Carlson made the announcement.

"We're pleased to be the recipients of this award," Garza-Carlson said. "Our demonstrated growth and diverse customer base have helped us to achieve significant growth and stability within our industry and business segment. We look to continue that trend in the year ahead."

According to Garza-Carlson, Alliance topped the $7 million mark in sales last year and is on track to double its sales in 2008. The company is an IT infrastructure systems supplier, providing hardware, software and integration solutions for its customers, along with the training and technical support needed to implement them.

The award, sponsored by the Edward Lowe Foundation, recognizes successful companies for their business and entrepreneurial achievements. "When it comes to a robust economy, second-stage entrepreneurs play a critical role because they generate new jobs and sustainable growth," says Mark Lange, executive director of the Edward Lowe Foundation. "We applaud Alliance Technology Solutions for their efforts."

Companies nominated for the "Michigan 50 Companies to Watch" list must be second-stage companies, defined as having 6 to 99 full-time-equivalent employees and generating $750,000 to $50 million in annual revenue or working capital from investors or grants. In addition, the companies must be privately held and headquartered in Michigan.

Judges evaluated the nominees' demonstrated intent and capacity to grow based on sales growth, leadership, competitive advantage and other factors that showcased the company's success.

Alliance will be honored at an awards ceremony during the third annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business event, April 24 in Lansing.

About Alliance Technology Solutions

Alliance Technology Solutions L.L.C. is an IT infrastructure systems supplier, providing hardware, software and integration solutions for its customers, along with the training and technical support needed to implement them. Founded in 2002, Alliance supports customers in numerous industries, including healthcare, finance, retail and manufacturing. The company has strategic partnerships with Oracle, EMC, and VMware and is an IBM Premier Business Partner. For more information, visit: www.ATS.biz.