First Tech Direct Recognized as Technology Pacesetter, 2nd Consecutive Year

ROYAL OAK, Michigan — December 27, 2006 —  First Tech Direct, a Microsoft Gold Certified partner is honored to be a recipient of the country's Select Top 100 Pacesetters in 2006 by Accounting Technology and Accounting Today magazines.  These publications recognize organizations with strong industry leadership, sales success, industry reputations and technology expertise in representing value and clear business solutions to their customers. “We are thrilled to receive this recognition!” remarked Jack W. Ketelhut, First Tech Direct's Vice President of Sales & Marketing. “The support of our peers in the industry is confirmation of our company’s mission statement; Fostering successful relationships with our customers and partners.” First Tech Direct, a Microsoft Business Solutions managed partner, in its five year life has led the Microsoft Heartland Region in new customer additions, sales revenue and customer satisfaction. Microsoft awarded First Tech Direct into their Inner Circle Program as one of the Top 1% of Microsoft Business Solutions Partners worldwide (only Michigan based company) and also awarded them for the third consecutive year, Microsoft Business Solutions Presidents Club which honors Business Solutions reselling partners whose commitment to customers is reflected in their business performance, high level of sales achievement and customer satisfaction. John S. Silvani, First Tech Direct's President stated, “I am very proud that First Tech Direct has won this award for the second year in a row. It is an affirmation of our commitment to our customers” Silvani adds that “Our ability to meet the unique business requirements of today’s fast paced organizations, clearly defines First Tech Direct as the market leader in not only software, but superior services.” 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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First Tech Direct

Valerie Silvani, Director of Marketing

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Email:  vsilvani@firsttechdirect.com