FIRST TECH DIRECT NAMED TO 2008 MICROSOFT DYNAMICS PRESIDENT'S CLUB

Microsoft Honors First Tech Direct for Outstanding

Customer Commitment and Sales Achievement

ROYAL OAK, MICHIGAN - JULY 18, 2008 - First Tech Direct has been named to the 2008 Microsoft Dynamics President's Club for the fifth consecutive year, receiving recognition from Microsoft Corp. for its dedicated commitment to customers. This honor reflects First Tech Direct's success in extending the Microsoft Dynamics platform to drive business advantages in companies worldwide.

This recognition came during the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference 2008 in Houston, Texas. The elite club recognizes the top 5 percent of Microsoft Business Solutions partners worldwide and their constant dedication to delivering solutions that meet their customers' unique needs, active pursuit of product and technological advancement, and impressive sales performance.

"Microsoft is proud to congratulate First Tech Direct on being named to this year's Microsoft Dynamics President's Club," said Doug Kennedy, Vice President, Microsoft Dynamics Partners. "First Tech Direct not only has demonstrated a high level of product expertise, but also has provided a superior level of service and commitment to our Microsoft Dynamics customers, ultimately contributing to the overall success of Microsoft Dynamics and companies worldwide."

First Tech Direct works closely with the teams at Microsoft to maintain a comprehensive understanding of the Microsoft Dynamics platform. This knowledge, combined with a deep understanding of customers' business needs, enables First Tech Direct to help customers leverage the full value of their Microsoft investments and achieve the enhanced customer service, productivity and operational efficiency that promote growth and competitive advantage.

First Tech Direct provides implementation, training, and consultation in the Midwest Region for midmarket and corporate businesses using Microsoft Dynamics® GP, Microsoft Dynamics® SL, and Microsoft Dynamics® CRM solutions. These applications help leading global companies across industries achieve success.

"We are delighted to represent Microsoft Dynamics business solutions in the Midwest Region" said John Silvani, President of First Tech Direct. "The combined efforts from everyone at First Tech Direct contributed in exceeding our customers' expectations."

About First Tech Direct

First Tech Direct offers unbiased needs analysis, system selection, installation, training, custom programming and ongoing support. Our team of CPAs, MBAs, Microsoft Certified Professionals, and Microsoft Certified Master Consultants will continue to help organizations plan and implement total solutions to grow businesses through improved information access and management. In this ever-changing landscape of technology and business, First Tech Direct offers extensive Microsoft Business Solutions experience and proven methodologies that will increase your business' efficiency, productivity, and profitability. "First Tech Direct, more than software!"

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