Delaware Today
"Delaware Today" Magazine chose First State Manufacturing as "one of the Best Places to Work", next to the likes of Nations Bank, the University of Delaware, and a number of other companies with established employment histories. Owners Eli and Sherri Valenzuela credit success to their commitment to providing a working environment that ensures dignity and enhances the lives of employees and their families. The result? Quality of production, quality of community, and quality of life.

Government Contractors Touted for Quality Performance
Ashley Wolfe, Executive Director and Eli Valenzuela, President of First State Manufacturing accept the Gold Medal Award from Brig. Gen. James P. Totsch of the Defense Supply Center Richmond, having achieved a perfect score for 10 or more contract lines during the 2003, 12-month rating period and demonstrating sustained superior performance for all stringent quality and delivery requirements established by the Defense Logistics Agency.

Delaware State News
Front Page coverage reports that the products produced by First State Manufacturing play an important role in our nation's aircraft defense.

News Journal
Front page coverage: First State Manufacturing is called upon to comment as an expert source when it comes to minority government contractors in Delaware.

Morning Star Business Report
First State Manufacturing's customer approach frequently makes headlines.

Delaware State News
First State Manufacturing responds to 9-11.