Endorsement Partner Program

MACo actively endorses several partners and organizations who provide cost-saving products and services to both Maryland's counties and the Association.

Endorsement Program Partners

American Fidelity - offers full term life insurance and supplemental benefits and assists Maryland public sector employers with managing the increasing costs, complexities, and time requirements related to employee benefit administration
Center for Internet Security - security assessment and consulting services to help organizations identify critical system weaknesses with a customized plan designed to meet unique cybersecurity needs
eConnectDirect - gives county treasurers visibility to thousands of fixed-income offerings in a market with little transparency, arming investors with the necessary tools and confidence to select and transact with the fixed-income marketplace
Nationwide Retirement Solutions - 457(b), 401(a), and Post-Employment Health Plans - comprehensive services incorporating investment, education, and administrative service solution for governmental employers
NACo Live Healthy - Prescription - Health - Dental Discount Card Program - provides a free prescription discount card for NACo member counties to offer to their residents.
NACo U.S. Communities Cooperative Purchasing Alliance - a broad line of competitively solicited contracts with national suppliers that have committed to providing their lowest overall public agency pricing

Benefits of the Endorsement Program Include:

MACo's vetting and selection process encourages counties to consider Endorsement Partners as the premier choice of vendors
Customized marketing plans with the assistance of MACo staff
County introductions and connections facilitated by MACo
Additional benefits such as complimentary exhibit booths and speaking opportunities, as needed to achieve marketing goals