Brad Rolph President Specialty Medical Equipment, LLC

“Tullius Partners brought a consortium of legitimate suitors to the table; both financial investors and strategic buyers. Having received multiple offers, (we) felt satisfied that we were receiving the maximum value for our company. Their (Tullius’) honest approach and counsel to each offer gave us the confidence that they were truly looking out for our best interest, and not just a quick sale… Without their (Tullius’) involvement, we would not have both identified our eventual buyer or held up the original offer through due diligence.”

	Steve J. Guy Executive Vice President & COO Oxford Development Company

“We found (Tullius Partners) to be valuable consultants, honest and knowledgeable. I believe that the biggest asset that Tullius brought to the table in this transaction was credibility. When they got involved as a result of a slowdown or stop in the negotiations due to an impasse on issues, the credibility of Tullius Partners' advice and their knowledge generally completed a framework in which resolution could be found.”

	Todd Baker President Crystal Springs Water Company

“In 2001 we contacted you to help groom our company for eventual sale. You helped us position ourselves to pay down debt, increase sales by increasing prices, increase number of accounts and basically put us in a position to sell when we could retire. Not only did you bring us the benefit of your already existing relationships with the “right” people, but in addition, confidentiality was strictly upheld and protected throughout the entire process. Also to our satisfaction, the transaction was completed quicker than we ever expected, and we think both parties are pleased with the outcome. We tried to sell the company two other times without an intermediary, and both situations ended unsuccessfully and were quite costly. Thank you for all that you did for us.”

	Kevin Pass Owner Action Pest Control, Inc.

“Tullius put together a bank proposal that made it virtually impossible for the bank to refuse. Tullius worked with us on improving our financial picture and understanding the true value of Action as well as the value of our acquisition targets. Tullius Partners mitigates the emotional factor as they guide the acquisition to a successful conclusion.”

	William Brener Brener Building Maintenance, Inc.

“Tullius handled this transaction in a highly professional and creative manner. They took us through each and every painstaking step seamlessly until the transaction was completed and beyond……... Just as in every business, there are best in show operators and others. Tullius is head and shoulders, best in show. Most importantly, my instincts told me that they were people of integrity and those instincts were born out to be correct.”

	Tom Sperring Owner C & S Building Maintenance

“I would have no problem in retaining the Tullius Company in the future.  I could also recommend the Tullius Company to friends and clients based upon your honesty and knowledge of the businesses that you represent.”

	David Domlija Elite Maintenance, Inc.

"I believe that The Tullius Company brings the professionalism and expertise needed to put together a transaction properly.”

	Keith Brooker Paragon Termite & Pest Management

“(Tullius Partners’s) professionalism and knowledge of the industry was very impressive."

	Tom Brever Legal Counsel Culligan of Rochester, Inc.

“I do not believe the transaction could have been completed without your efforts. I would have no hesitation about using or recommending your firm in the future.”

	Steve Balistreri President Sun Cleaning Systems, Inc.

“Tullius Partners has been an integral part in my company’s ability to achieve the goals of my strategic plan. Since the beginning when Tullius Partners developed my financial strategy, acquisition plan, financing package, negotiated the deal, due diligence and finally the closing, Tullius Partners has been professional, thorough, honest, and driven, throughout the whole process. Being the industry expert with many years of experience brought credibility and comfort to all parties, especially the banks. Even now after our deals have closed, you’re (Tullius Partners) still involved following up to ensure that everything is as it is supposed to be. I could never have achieved these results without your company’s expertise. Tullius Partners has become my company’s most trusted advisors.

	H. Mark Rabin Esquire Selzer Gurvitch Rabin & Obecny

“It was a pleasure working with you towards the successful completion of the acquisition by Red Coats of Potomac Services. …Having you and your company (Tullius Partners) there to help us through some of the challenging business issues which arose during the due diligence and documentation was highly beneficial. I would like to thank you again for your professional approach to this transaction and the issues we faced during the process.”

	William C. Boyles Vice President & Corporate Secretary Chesapeake Utilities Corporation

“As you know, I would have preferred to handle the sales (of the businesses) myself, but didn’t have the time or resources. Our relationship with you (Tullius Partners) evolved into one of “co-workers” and felt like a natural extension of our existing business organization.

….Chesapeake benefited from Tullius Partners’s extensive network of contacts in the water industry. You (Tullius Partners) were able to provide an unbiased view in approaching transactions, facilitated negotiations, and at times, stepped in to reestablish dialogue between Chesapeake and our potential buyers.”

	Linda Kafka Former Owner Kleenhouse Building Maintenance

“Prior to granting Tullius Partners this assignment, I spoke with several firms similar to yours (Tullius Partners), some with experience in the facilities services industry and some not. I selected Tullius Partners because I liked your approach, and felt that you had a superior understanding of the industry than did your competitors I talked with. With this work complete, I’m sure I made the right decision.”

	Bob Wikse CEO California Bottling Company, Inc.

“Through your (Tullius Partners) industry relationships and perspective, you were able to contact the right decision makers where we had been unsuccessful and shepard the transaction to conclusion within our target time frame.”

	Sean McCauley President Garden Plus Pest Control

"...without your expertise, I wouldn't have received the pricing that I did, nor do I think the transactions would have closed. Fortunately, you were a part of my team, and because of that I exceeded my sales price expectations and a difficult transaction was completed."

	David L. Stephens President Multi-Services, Inc.

As I have said…before, it brings myself and our ownership great comfort to know that we are being advised by a professional firm with a dedicated focus in the building service industry. …the fact that we can rely on your firm’s expertise in setting and executing strategy is of extreme value to us.”

	Stefan Triandafilou President Marathon Cleaning, Inc.

“After having gone through this process, I’m quite sure I could not have done it without your firm’s help….Also, in hindsight, I believe your credibility and knowledge relative to transactions of this nature allowed us to benefit from some significant deal points with the other party.”

	Chuck Payton President A-Pro Pest Control

“Some of the many benefits we gained by having Tullius Partners represent our company was first and foremost the outstanding and uncompromised professionalism demonstrated throughout our relationship.”

Texas Howard
GE Capital

“As an investor providing financing to companies in a variety of industries, it is comforting to know that third party professionals such as yourself can be counted on for reliable and credible information. Your insight was instrumental in effecting the type and structure of the financing facility we put forward to our client.”

	Rick Puckett Vice President & Secretary Suntory Water Group

“As you know, at Suntory we have many capable and experienced merger & acquisition people on staff. That said, we chose to engage Tullius Partners to facilitate this sale because of the type of relationship you have developed with buyers and investors, and more importantly, the credibitiy that you have generated from these same sources….your company has become a significant force within the industry, and we are pleased that with respect to this transaction, we were the beneficiary of that.”

	Doug McKenzie Former President/CEO Big Sur Bottled Water, Inc.

“Your focus on the bottled water industry is a real benefit to both the seller and the buyer because you understand the issues….Your access to the key industry buyers, and confidence that they have in you, insured that our business was considered by a broad range of qualified buyers.”

	Michael Mee Former President Albion Water Company

“I truly believe that your efforts were critical to the completion of the sale…Even though both my attorney and accountant had specific experience developing and completing the sale of companies, I could see your methods and expertise within the water industry would be a critical component of the team to ensure success.”

	Thomas L. Roberts Attorney at law Clark, Greene & Associates, Ltd.

“I would like to compliment you for your demonstrated professionalism in negotiating the transaction between our mutual client and Purchaser and than you for the key assistance you provided to us as the attorneys. Your educated understanding of the “deal” and the understanding of the parameters within which both the Seller and Purchaser were required to work were fundamental to the highly successful completion of the acquisition.”

	Doug Watts Former President Private Reserve Water

“Our sale was somewhat challenging as it was comprised of 19 individual franchises selling their business over a three or four month period. Your (Tullius Partners) ability to connect to each and every individual owner was something we would not have been able to do.”

	Brian Petherbridge Former President Coastal Mountain Water Co.

“I have no doubt that this sale would have taken longer, been less prosperous, more stressful, and may not have closed at all if it were not for the involvement of Tullius Partners.”

	Tim Rupard Chief Executive Officer Groupe Services France, Inc.

“Your efforts and insight were key elements in the successful closing of the deal. As you know, we have many people, both internally and as advisors to GSF, that has merger & acquisition know-how. Yet, I don’t believe this transaction would have happened without the involvement of Tullius Partners as part of our team.”