Lawrence G. Almeda, a shareholder with Brinks Hofer Gilson & Lione, was mentioned in the “People” section of the January 17, 2008 edition of Ann Arbor Business Review regarding Mr. Almeda’s recent keynote speech at Rizal Day 2007. Rizal Day celebrates the life of Philippine national hero, Jose Rizal. The event was held on December 29, 2007 at the Rock Financial Showplace Diamond Center in Novi, MI.