LAKE FOREST, CA, August 27, 2010 – Technologent, a global Solutions Integrator, announced that it has been named to the inaugural Diverse 100 list by Everything Channel's CRN Magazine. The list, created by the Everything Channel editorial and research team, focuses on solution provider organizations that have a founder, CEO or president that is a member of a recognized minority group. The Diverse 100 are ranked by revenue and include women, disabled individuals, veterans and Americans of Asian, African and Hispanic decent.
CRN decided to present this information this year as a service to its readership. Often, government contractors are required to use minority-owned suppliers for a portion of a particular contract. Identifying minority-run solution providers offers those contractors a ready reference. In addition, it allows the entire readership to familiarize themselves with companies they may be unaware of, and with which they may be able to partner.
"CRN recognizes that successful organizations embrace diversity. A philosophy of inclusion is good for companies and for the industry at large. With this inaugural project we will highlight the benefits and best practices VARs can glean from creating a diverse workforce and showcase some of the leading minority-led solution providers in the market today," said Kelley Damore, VP, Editorial Director, Everything Channel.
"As we serve our customers, we rely on the capabilities and expertise of a diverse employee and supplier network. The development of a diverse supplier base strengthens our ability to provide best of breed products for our customers," said Lezlie Gallaway, Technnologent CEO. "We believe that diversity provides not only a competitive advantage, but also helps to improve our strategic development."
A special feature on the Diverse 100 is in the August issue of CRN Magazine and expanded coverage is featured online at www.crn.com.
ABOUT TECHNOLOGENT
Technologent is a leading global provider of technology infrastructure solutions for Fortune 1000 companies, aiding in bridging the gap between technology infrastructure and business strategy. Technologent serves the complete technology life cycle, including assessment, design, integration, system management and financing. The company offers its customers unparalleled expertise, exceptional service and technology from best-of-breed partners. Technologent’s strong network of provider partners includes IBM, EMC, HP, Sun Microsystems, Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, Hitachi Data Systems and others. Technologent is headquartered in Lake Forest, California. To find out more about Technologent, please visit www.technologent.com.
Contact: Monica Dozier
Title: Director of Marketing
Email: monica.dozier@technologent.com
Phone: 888.387.8001