FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: December 16, 2009   Contact Information: Karen Arondoski, President karen@ifmetalworks.com, (586)-776-8311

I.F. Metalworks Vice President and Operations Director Appears On Two Episodes of "Motor City Motors."
 
(Roseville, MI) – Jeff Maxwell, Vice President, has appeared as a guest builder and metal fabrication specialist on two episodes of The Discovery Channel's new build show "Motor City Motors." The show, filmed in Detroit, wrapped production of the first season on December 11th. The series premier is scheduled for December 28th, 2009 on the Discovery Channel.

The concept for the show is a reinvention of Discovery's smash hit "Monster Garage," and is centered around showcasing the Detroit Brothers’ impressive skills as fabricators, engineers and visionary artists. In each episode the Detroit Brothers assemble a team of similarly talented garage types: gearheads, mechanics, welders, customizers etc. to tackle that episode’s project. It could be anything from turning a car into a washing machine, building the ultimate “pirate catcher” for the Navy Seals or transforming an SUV into a pot hole filler.

Jeff was featured on two of the season's most difficult builds, including being called back for the extremely challenging project featured on the season's "All Star Show." Due to press embargos the specific details and photos of these impressive projects cannot yet be provided to the media, but it is fair to say that "Motor City Motors" has set a new standard and raised the bar for the entire "Build Show" genre. The project built by the All Star Team is, by far, the most complex and difficult build ever attempted for television.

Project details, along with photos and video, will become available at www.ifmetalworks.com concurrently with the airing of each episode featuring our Vice President. Jeff's first episode, the build of the "Fest-Evil," is slated to air as episode four of the season in mid January.

Regarding his experiences on the show, Jeff says "It was a fantastic experience all around. Everyone from the hosts to the crew were consummate professionals and a real pleasure to work with. It was an honor to be selected from a ton of applicants as the fabrication specialist for the Fest-Evil build, and even more of an honor to be called back as an All Star. It's great to see TV and Film production making a difference in Metro Detroit's economy and showcasing the kind of wild talent that we have here. When people have a chance to see the monstrosities we built, especially for the All Star Show, they're truly going to be floored."

"Motor City Motors" is produced for The Discovery Channel by Original Productions, the industry's leading producer of "actual" reality television shows including the highly rated "Deadliest Catch" and "Ice Road Truckers."

Information regarding I.F. Metalworks and photos of recent projects can be found at http://www.ifmetalworks.com.  For high resolution photos contact Jeff Maxwell at sales@ifmetalworks.com
 
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: April 1, 2009   Contact Information: Karen Arondoski, President karen@ifmetalworks.com, (586)-776-8311

I.F. Metalworks Honored as One of the 2009 “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch”
 
(Roseville, MI) – I.F. Metalworks has been recognized as one of the 2009 “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch,” an awards program sponsored by the Edward Lowe Foundation and presented by Michigan Celebrates Small Business.
 
I.F. Metalworks will be honored at an awards ceremony during the fifth annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business event, April 30 in Lansing, Mich.
 
“In today’s economy, Companies to Watch has become a real game changer,” says Penny Lewandowski, director of entrepreneurship development at the Edward Lowe Foundation, a nonprofit operating foundation based in Michigan. “It changes the conversation from slow-growth, layoffs and closings, to companies that are expanding, hiring, and moving beyond traditional markets.”

“Presenters of the Michigan program recognized this potential since its inaugural year, five years ago,” Lewandowski says. “With a vow to find 50 new companies to celebrate each year, Michigan 50 Companies to Watch is now 250 strong. These are the companies that sustain Michigan through tough times and are transforming how the rest of the nation views the state.”
 
I.F. Metalworks is a welding, metal fabrication and custom manufacturing company serving markets including military, industrial, commercial and architectural with a wide array of custom products manufactured to customer specifications; with virtually any metal and finish.

Karen Arondoski, President of IFM, also makes time to serve as President of Cruisin’ Gratiot in Eastpointe, a week-long automotive history celebration which donates 100% of its annual proceeds to charity.
 
When asked about the award, Karen responded “Success is truly a struggle in these difficult economic times, and we are very honored to be recognized as a company which has managed to succeed despite the current climate.  Competitive pricing and customer satisfaction are always critical, but in our rapidly changing marketplace diversification and adaptability are more important than ever.  We look forward to meeting the other awardees as we continue to push the envelope and expand our markets.”

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.
 
Winners were selected by judges from the banking, economic development, entrepreneurship development and venture capital communities. Judges evaluated the nominees’ demonstrated intent and capacity to grow based on one or more of the following:

• Employee or sales growth.
• Exceptional entrepreneurial leadership.
• Sustainable competitive advantage.
• Other notable factors that showcase the company's success.

Michigan 50 Companies to Watch is presented by Michigan Celebrates Small Business. National City, now part of PNC, is the lead underwriter for Michigan Celebrates Small Business. Other supporters include Clark Hill PLC, Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Accident Fund Insurance Company of America, Michigan Certified Development Corporation, IBM and Dynamic Edge.

Michigan Celebrates Small Business is presented in association with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center, Small Business Association of Michigan, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Edward Lowe Foundation.

Information about the 2009 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch program can be found at http://Michigan.CompaniesToWatch.org. For information about Michigan Celebrates Small Business, visit http://MichiganCelebrates.biz.

Information regarding I.F. Metalworks and photos of recent projects can be found at http://www.ifmetalworks.com.  For high resolution photos contact Jeff Maxwell at sales@ifmetalworks.com
 
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