SPIN/Business in Motion

The GRTC is partnering with the Greater Richmond Chamber again this year to help present the Chamber’s annual trade fair: SPIN/Business in Motion (formerly known as BizLinc).
In addition to the brand-refresh, SPIN will move to the Richmond
International Raceway complex.

Save the date: Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008. SPIN will offer exhibit booths, some great programs, and the chance to network with people from every business sector in central Virginia.

If you’d to exhibit @ SPIN, or would like more information, contact Casey Quinlan via phone (467-5716) or email (casey@mightycasey.com ).

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Timmons Group

Enhances AprcGIS Server and ArcGIS Mobile Development through Strategic Hires

Richmond, VA—August 11, 2008 - Timmons Group, a leader in geospatial and engineering consulting services, announced today that the company’s Technology sector has made three strategic hires to support their industry-leading application development team.

Shailesh Gavathe comes to Timmons Group from Sprint Nextel where he was a Geospatial Engineer/Analyst. Gavathe brings to Timmons Group a strong background in very large data sets and web services development skills.

U.G.Viswanath “Vish” comes to Timmons Group from Data Transfer Solutions, located in Fort Collins, CO, where he was a GIS Software Engineer. Vish was also formerly with Sanborn where he was in involved in Land Management applications development; a core competency for Timmons Group. Vish brings a strong background in software architecture and agile development skills. His development projects have been profiled by ESRI in recent podcasts.

Sekhar Kafle comes to Timmons Group from ESRI, located in Redlands, CA, where he was a Software Engineer. Sekhar was responsible for the Military Analyst extension for ArcGIS Server while at ESRI as well as other project including Geospatial Appliance software. Kafle brings to Timmons Group an extensive knowledge of the ESRI products and product life cycle management. He is extremely well-versed in the ADF and server object extensions.

“We are proud to have these individuals join our staff. Our reputation is increasing in the GIS community and our ability to recruit high-end staff is also increasing. We’re excited about what these new hires will bring to our core competencies and ability to serve our clients,” said Lowell Ballard, Director of Advanced Technology for Timmons Group.

About Timmons Group
Timmons Group is a leading provider of geospatial, information architecture and engineering services focusing on ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Mobile and Enterprise solutions. Timmons Group is a privately held ENR 500 company and maintains a strong business partner relationship with ESRI. Timmons Group has been a recipient of both the ESRI Business Partner of the Year award and the ESRI Foundation Partner of the Year award. Timmons Group was selected, as part of the Virginia Department of Forestry IFRIS project, to participate in the 2007 ESRI User conference plenary session. An opportunity provided to only two ESRI solutions in the world this year.

For more information about Timmons Group’s technology services, contact Lowell Ballard at lowell.ballard@timmons.com or visit http://www.timmons.com/markets-and-services/technology.asp

 

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Selected as Prime Supplier for Capital One Services, Inc.

Richmond, Virginia, August 1, 2008 – BranCore Technologies, LLC, an Information Technology Consulting company, today announced that they have been selected as a prime supplier for Capital One Services, Inc. BranCore Technologies will provide Information Technology, Finance and Creative/Training Services in the Richmond, VA, McLean, VA, Boston, MA, Long Island, NYC/NY, New Orleans, Southern and Northern, LA, Toronto, Canada, Dallas/Plano, TX, Houston, TX, and Tampa, FL areas.

This is truly an exciting time for BranCore Technologies and will enable us to expand our services into additional states across the country. Please join us as we celebrate this most exciting moment.

About BranCore Technologies Corporation
BranCore Technologies. LLC is a full service Information Technology (I/T) provider of highly qualified professionals for Consulting, Direct Hire and Project Solutions Services. BranCore Technologies is a minority-owned business certified in Virginia, Maryland, Missouri, New York and with the Federal Government's 8(a) program. BranCore Technologies was built through strong relationships with our clients and customers and we understand the value of customer relations and quality service. We are committed to providing high quality service to our clients and customers.

Contact:
Glenn Davis
President/CEO
BranCore Technologies, LLC
501 E. Franklin St, Suite 301
Richmond, VA 23219
Office: (804) 521-4041
Fax: (804) 521-4221
E-mail: gdavis@brancore.com 
Website: www.brancore.com 

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Announcing Fall Leadership Development Seminar Series

In response to requests for focused leadership development programs, the FTEMS program is sponsoring a Fall Leadership Development Seminar Series. These programs are designed to enhance your awareness of leadership topics with presenters who will expand your thinking around the importance of leadership development from a number of different perspectives. We currently have two sessions scheduled:

Session I: Leadership Presence
Learn to Expand Your Leadership Abilities
Mark Mooney, Vice President, Strozzi Institute
Leadership presence is both felt and observed. But, what, exactly is it? Learn more about leadership presence and how each of us can use it to become more effective leaders in this highly interactive, 3-hour session.
Details:
September 9th, 2008 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Snead Hall, Room B3189
No Charge, but due to space limitations, pre-registration is required.

TO REGISTER: Send an email to pkum2@vcu.edu .

This event is especially designed for our VCU Students, Faculty, Business Sponsors and Alumni who have been asking for more on leadership development. A short reception will follow the event to celebrate the FTEMS program.

Session II: Creating a Vision-Forward Orientation to Work and Life
Introducing the Power of TED™
David Womeldorff, Co-Founder Bainbridge Leadership Center
Life can be challenging for all of us when demands for our time stress us past our limits. The Power of TED™ offers a unique perspective and approach to making the shift away from focusing on and reacting to problems (what we don't want) and towards creating a vision and actions that move us towards what we do want for ourselves. Learn how to identify the patterns that hold you back and how to make the shift happen in your own life.

Details:
Saturday, October 11th 9:00am – 4:00pm
Snead Hall, Room B2177
Space is Limited. Advance Registration is highly recommended. You may register online at the advance registration price of $150 until September 15th at: http://www.powerofted.com/main/index.php?option=content&task=view&id=48 .
Regular registration ($165) is available online until October 10th. The day of the event, in-person registration (if there are any available openings) is by check only. Registration includes continental breakfast and lunch. Call Debbie Hulbert with any registration questions at 206-842-8088 or e-mail her: Debbie@powerofTED.com .

The TED* framework has been presented in our VCU FTEMS program, and we are pleased to have its author present it in detail. This special Saturday seminar is being offered in cooperation with the Richmond Area Coaches Association and in partnership with VCU’s FTEMS program.
 

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SyCom Technologies

Gulak to leave SyCom Technologies in Fall

Paula Gulak, Founding Partner and Vice President of SyCom Technologies, announced this week that in the Fall, she will leave the company she and four partners founded in 1996.

As VP of Marketing, Public Relations and Business Development, Paula developed and implemented SyCom's branding, company positioning, marketing activities and public awareness throughout Virginia. Prior to the formation of SyCom, Paula’s previous 15 years in the technology community included the branding and marketing for two well know Richmond-based technology firms - The Whitlock Group and DARDICK Computers, as well as serving as East Coast Marketing Director for AmeriData.

“SyCom is a wonderful company with great people. I take so much pride in having been a part of its birth, its image and its growth. It has been an exciting 12+ years, however, I am ready for a change and new challenges. This is not in anyway an abrupt decision but one that Tom Cricchi, CEO, and I have been discussing for several months. I am announcing it now to allow a smooth transition to take place. Going forward, my plan is to continue to work and be involved in the technology sector and to also pursue interests that have been sitting on the back burner for some time,” Gulak stated.
“Paula’s contributions to SyCom are a cornerstone of our success, from her impact inside the company on our culture and spirit of community service to her relationships with Virginia’s information technology leaders, to her influence on me personally as a marketing and business development mentor, ” stated Tom Cricchi, SyCom’s CEO. “It’s a melancholy day for SyCom when Paula moves on to her next successful venture, but we thank her and wish her all the best.”

Paula has served on numerous government appointed commissions and regional boards including the Commission on Information Technology, the Innovative Technology Authority and Center of Innovative Technology (CIT), and the Virginia Technology Alliance. She served as President and Chair of the Greater Richmond Technology Council (GRTC) from 1998-2002 and currently chairs the GRTC's Large-Cap, Mid-Cap CIO and Women in Technology Management Forums. Other involvements over the years include the BBB of Central Virginia, The J Sargeant Reynolds Foundation Board, the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce Foundation Board and the Virginia BioTech Research Park Corporation Board, of which she served as Vice Chair. In 2003, Paula was awarded the IBM Leadership Award by the Greater Richmond Technology community and in 2006 she received the YWCA Outstanding Women in Business Award.

About SyCom
SyCom Technologies, founded in 1996, has grown to be one of the premier providers of advanced infrastructure services and solutions in the Mid-Atlantic. SyCom provides technical expertise in design, implementation and support for organizations ranging in size from small and mid-sized companies to Fortune 1000 companies, as well as educational institutions and state and local government. SyCom is a Cisco Gold partner, with specializations in security, wireless and IP Communications technologies. SyCom also holds many of the industries coveted certifications including top-tier partner status with Microsoft, HP, EMC and VMware. SyCom, headquartered in Richmond, has offices in Roanoke, Norfolk, & Vienna, VA, Charleston WVA and Charlotte, NC.