Ascend Learning

Curriculum Associates publishes a variety of supplementary educational materials. It publishes study materials of various subjects that include reading, mathematics, science, social studies, language arts and several other books from Spanish edition. The services provided by the publisher include online ordering, shipping, inventory management and fulfillment services. The publisher also provides a variety of advertising and promotional materials that include flyers and brochures. The publisher exhibits its entire range of products at educational conferences. It offers online listings of educational materials, price quotes and purchasing options. Curriculum Associates is located in North Billerica, Mass.

Commonwealth Financial Network is the second largest privately held independent broker/dealer in the nation. The firm is 100 percent owned and controlled by the management of the firm, which has more than 160 years of combined experience in the industry. The company offers an array of services, including wealth management, investments and research, planning, insurance and advisory services. The company is licensed to work in all 50 states. Commonwealth is also the recipient of numerous awards, including being named one of the 50 Best Places to Work in Massachusetts by the Boston Business Journal. The company has offices in Waltham, Mass., and San Diego.