Thinkpiece Qualitative Support Services, LLC

Aeffect is a small woman-owned business that offers consulting services in the areas of marketing and communications. It provides research, planning, development and evaluation services. The company offers a range of statistical services, such as regression, correlation, and cluster and factor analysis. Aeffect provides syndicated data analysis, geographic information system and application development services. It maintains a staff of experts who offer market segmentation, customer valuation and brand strategy services. The company additionally provides campaign evaluation services, as well as conducts promotional programs. It is certified by the Woman's Business Development Center, Small Business Administration and General Services Administration. The company s clients include Advocate Health Care, Internet Broadcasting Systems and Motorola. Aeffect is located in Deerfield, Ill.

Founded in 1969, Willamette Management Associates is a valuation consulting firm. It offers a range of economic analysis and financial advisory services. The firm serves the banking and legal sectors. Willamette Management Associates also provides services to government and regulatory agencies, as well as accounting professional firms. It offers transaction pricing, financing securitization and collateralization, financial accounting and litigation support services. The firm provides taxation planning services in various areas, including income, gift, estate and property tax. Willamette Management Associates offers intellectual property, economic damages and event analysis services. Additionally, it provides consulting and advisory services in matters related to bankruptcy, reorganization, restructuring and refinancing.