Alex is just the one who would work with the files and CreateSpace, not necessarily the one who has to do the research about which company to publish through.

Another thing Alex is doing, btw, is finding a scalable way to outsource "general internet research" projects, without needing to find new contractor hours, validate them, sign a contract, etc. There was some service that looked awesome that I encountered 6 months ago when we had less money to spend on such things but now I can't find it.

EDIT: Oh, and yes, I'd be happy to hear of your own experiences with (and judgements about) CreateSpace.