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*• Press Releases CPR Awarded IT Contract with the City of Grand Rapids* Grand Rapids, MI – August 25, 2008 - The City of Grand Rapids recently awarded a one year, $1.5 million contract to CPR to provide desktop support and manage the City’s IT network. The City issued a request for proposal for IT Managed Services in late May. CPR was one of 8 vendors to respond. Following a comprehensive evaluation process, CPR was unanimously selected to meet the City’s requirements. The contract was officially signed by Mayor Heartwell on August 8, 2008. CPR’s experience in providing full-time onsite staffing in support of computer operations was one of the main reasons the City chose CPR as well as their excellent references with large local organizations. Also CPR’s expertise in design and installation as well as their substantial depth of resources with management, technology and engineering professionals to assist with strategic, sustainable planning, implementation, integration, best practices, and process improvements influenced the City’s decision. “CPR is well positioned to support the City of Grand Rapids desktop support and IT network requirements. We look forward to providing this service and helping the City achieve IT efficiencies,” said Pete Koelzer, CPR’s General Manager. CPR has been helping local businesses with their IT staffing needs for over 20 years. Currently, CPR has 42 engineers working onsite at various West Michigan accounts. If you’d like information regarding CPR’s onsite staffing services, click here or call your Account Manager. City of Grand Rapids Awards Contract for IT Managed Services to CPR - Grand Rapids Business Journal Grand Rapids, MI - July 28, 2008 Read More CPR Announces Team Growth with the addition of ten new teammates Grand Rapids, MI - August 22, 2008 - Four new engineers have been added to our staff. Kathleen Shroyer and Phil Ryskamp joined CPR as Data Center Engineers. Matt Smith is working as a Systems Engineer with our Technical Services Group and Allie Miller joined CPR as an Outbound Engineer. CPR also recently hired Beverly Buffinga, Mike Clarke, Marty Goodrich and Hollie Barton. All four of these teammates will be working as onsite engineers at various West Michigan Accounts. In addition, two new teammates joined our Sales staff. Tom Keusch joins the IT Education Sales team and Ken Wisniewski joined our team as a Technology Advantage Account Manager. Each individual brings a variety of skills and experience, and first and foremost a strong commitment to customer service. Minneapolis IT Firm Corporate Technologies Broadens Reach and Service Offerings with Acquisition of Idaho Technology Company, ITG Minneapolis, MN December 30, 2007 -- Corporate Technologies, a Minneapolis, MN based information technology firm, today announces the acquisition of Idaho technology services company ITG (Intermountain Technology Group). The acquisition is the latest in an aggressive expansion plan with Corporate Technologies now holding offices in California, Michigan, North Dakota, Minnesota, New Jersey and Idaho. “Corporate Technologies is committed to providing our customers with the best technology managed support and services available to small to medium sized businesses,” said Jim Griffith, CEO of Corporate Technologies. “ITG has established itself as a leader in project-focused technology services in the Idaho market as well as the seven additional states that they serve. We see this acquisition as an opportunity to both enhance our services and provide ITG’s existing customers with the additional resources and expertise that Corporate Technologies provides.” Corporate Technologies has leveraged its 26 years of industry experience to gain many valuable certifications with leading manufacturers of technology hardware and software. The company is one of the country’s largest providers of managed IT services for the small to medium sized business market and also offers custom Technology Advantage® support, VoIP and PBX telephone systems, computer networking solutions, repair and warranty services and systems integration and consulting. With a breadth of managed IT business solutions, multiple locations, and over 200 employees strong, Corporate Technologies is able to support their customers on a national level. “This acquisition is good for our clients and employees,” said John and Alistair MacMillan, Owners of ITG. “Corporate Technologies provides a broad range of technology services and national coverage. In addition, our employees will have an opportunity to join a company that is growing, investing in their employees, and a leader in delivering managed services.” “We are confident that we provide unparalleled IT business solutions and services,” said Griffith. “As we continue to expand our reach with strategic acquisitions such as ITG, it is our goal to become known as the national leader in our industry.” Corporate Technologies’ latest service offering, Technology Advantage®, provides niche service for small and medium size businesses requiring IT support. For additional information on Corporate Technologies or to view the new Technology Advantage® podcast click here or visit www.gocorptech.com or call (701) 893-4000. Minnesota Technology Firm, Corporate Technologies Acquires New Jersey IT Company Expanding their reach to a National Level Minneapolis, MN – November 15, 2007 – Corporate Technologies a Minneapolis, MN Information Technology company announces the acquisition of InfoTech, a New Jersey based IT Solutions Provider. Corporate Technologies has offices in Fargo, North Dakota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, San Diego, California, Grand Rapids, Michigan and now Fairfield, New Jersey. Jim Griffith, CEO of Corporate Technologies stated, “The team at InfoTech has built a solid business and has developed excellent customer relationships with many important businesses in the New Jersey and New York markets. This acquisition will only enhance InfoTech’s position in New Jersey as a leader in technology services. We look forward to providing these customers with the additional resources and expertise that will allow them to grow their business with Corporate Technologies in the future. In addition, Corporate Technologies remains committed to being one of the largest providers of managed services in the country. We will be adding another 10-15 employees in the New Jersey market to roll out Technology Advantage®, the exclusive managed service from Corporate Technologies. The New Jersey area marks the fifth market for Corporate Technologies and we anticipate adding a sixth in the next 30 days.” Corporate Technologies’ unique managed services offering, Technology Advantage®, caters to small and medium businesses and allows InfoTech to expand its customer base by delivering complete managed IT services. To watch a brief podcast on Corporate Technologies Technology Advantage® managed services offering click here. In addition, Corporate Technologies’ expertise in storage, on-line offsite data backup and virtualization provides additional high-end solutions to our new customers. CPR, Inc and Corporate Technologies Merge – Broadening their Reach to a National Level Grand Rapids, MI – April 5, 2007 - Computer Products and Resources, Inc. (CPR, Inc) a West Michigan based IT Solutions Company announces the merger of Corporate Technologies LLC of Minnesota and CPR, Inc. Corporate Technologies has offices in Fargo, North Dakota, Minneapolis, Minnesota and San Diego, California. Jerry Engle, CEO of CPR, said “The merger enhances CPR’s position as the largest full service technology company in West Michigan. By leveraging CPR's IT expertise and Corporate Technologies’ experience, this merger further enhances the technology offerings available to the Michigan market and leverages CPR’s data center facility across a national customer base. This alignment is a natural fit and good for our customers. Both CPR and Corporate Technologies are committed to providing outstanding customer service while delivering the latest technology solutions to help businesses prosper.” Jim Griffith, CEO of Corporate Technologies stated, “We are excited to invest in the people and resources in the Michigan market. Our initial investment will be the addition of 15 sales staff and foresee the addition of technical staff. West Michigan has many small businesses that require solid IT support, we intend on reaching out to even more of those companies, while continuing to support medium and large accounts. Pete Koelzer, Vice President and General Manager of CPR will continue to oversee the day-to-day operations of CPR. Pete Koelzer said, “The core values that have made CPR the company it is for the last 25 years will not change. We will simply be able to provide more resources, expertise and solutions for our customers. This is a win-win for our customers, both companies and for West Michigan with the anticipated addition of staff.” About Corporate Technologies Corporate Technologies is one of the leading providers of IT solutions to businesses and institutions in North Dakota, northeast South Dakota, West Central Minnesota and Southern California. It offers a wide range of IT solutions, including VoIP and PBX telephone systems, computer networking solutions, repair and warranty services, and systems integration and consulting. Corporate Technologies has leveraged its thirty years of industry experience to gain many valuable certifications with leading manufacturers of IT equipment. For additional information on Corporate Technologies visit www.gocorptech.com. CPR Announces Team Growth Grand Rapids, MI – March 16, 2007 – Computer Products and Resources, Inc. (CPR) announced the addition of Ed Bartos to our staff. Ed joins CPR as a Secure Managed Services Sales Leader, focusing on leveraging CPR’s security and managed services practices. His career spans over 25 years in marketing diverse technologies, including computer hardware, software and network technology for industry leaders such as Novell, Texas Instruments, Novarra and SecurePipe. Mr. Bartos earned a BS in electrical engineering from General Motors Institute (Kettering University) and an MS in management from M.I.T.'s Sloan School of Management. Ed has worked in all segments of the market place including the manufacturing, finance, insurance, healthcare and education industries. CPR Receives Business of Integrity Award from Better Business Bureau of Western Michigan Grand Rapids, MI - March 21, 2007 Read More CPR Announces Team Growth Grand Rapids, MI – October 24, 2006 – Computer Products and Resources, Inc. (CPR) announced the addition of Rick Bishop and CJ Buckhout to our staff. Rick joined CPR as a Convergent Solutions Leader, specializing in telephony, VoIP (Voice over IP), as well as call center and convergence technology. Mr. Bishop is a Certified Convergence Network Technician (CCNT) and a Cisco Certified Sales Specialist (CCSE). Rick comes to CPR with 16 years of experience in the technology industry including nearly 10 years with AT&T/Lucent/Avaya and has worked in all segments of the market place including the manufacturing, finance, insurance, healthcare and education industries. CJ joined CPR as an Account Manager, focusing on business development in the West Michigan Market specifically in areas of storage and information management. Mr. Buckhout comes to CPR with 10 years of experience in the technology industry including nearly 2 years at EMC. CJ has worked in all segments of the market place including the manufacturing, finance, healthcare and education industries. I.T. security - and lack of it - find growing market Grand Rapids, MI - October 2006 Business Review Western Michigan Data security is a top concern brought to information technology consultants, they say. Seminars presented by Grand Rapids I.T. services company Computer Products and Resources Inc. draw briskly when dealing with security issues, marketing manager Melissa Engle said. CPR is starting to offer computer hard drive encryption services, CPR President and CEO Jerry Engle noted. This is as thefts and losses of laptop computers lead to fears that sensitive data can be extracted even from otherwise secure units by simply transferring their hard drives to another unit. Read More		Information & decision making Grand Rapids, MI - June 2006 Business Review Western Michigan Experts tell us how to tame I.T. and make it our friend... You’re the decision maker at your company. You handle personnel issues, and you know your business mission and its market. But what happens when you need to make the call for information technology, a decision that likely will cost your business a significant outlay of cash? Business Review gathered six industry experts in the field of I.T. to discuss some of the key issues in I.T. Read More CPR Announces Team Growth Grand Rapids, MI – May 30, 2006 – Computer Products and Resources, Inc. (CPR) announced the addition of Scott Reese to our staff. Scott joined CPR as a Senior Consultant, specializing in data center design, facilities analysis, storage and business continuity planning. Mr. Reese is a BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD), an A+ Technician, Licensed Michigan Master Electrician, Licensed Michigan Electrical Contractor, and a certified Firefighter. Scott has over 16 years of experience in the technology industry and has worked as a consultant in many sectors including health care, education, financial/insurance, manufacturing, legal, nonprofit and State and local government (including law enforcement and District and State courts). CPR Announces Team Growth Grand Rapids, MI – May 4, 2006 – Computer Products and Resources, Inc. (CPR) announced the addition of Rudy Faber to our staff. Rudy joined CPR as a Senior Network Engineer, specializing in Cisco Security, Cisco WAN solutions, and Cisco Wireless Solutions. Mr. Faber is a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), a Cisco Certified Wireless LAN support Specialist (WLANFE), a Cisco Certified Sales Specialist (CSE), and a Cisco Certified VPN Sales Specialist (VPNS). Rudy has over 8 years of experience in the technology industry and has worked in all segments of the market place including healthcare, manufacturing, legal and government as well as public and private sector enterprises. CPR Recognized as one of 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in West Michigan Grand Rapids, MI – May 3, 2006 –CPR was recognized as one of the 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in West Michigan. Companies from around West Michigan were selected based on a set of criteria including: communication, community initiatives, compensation and benefits, diversity and multi-culturalism, education and development, engagement and commitment, recognition and retention, recruitment and selection, and work-life balance. This is CPR’s 3rd year being recognized by the Michigan Business & Professionals Association. CPR was invited to attend a luncheon held at The Pinnacle Center, in Hudsonville and was attended by other award recipients. Congratulations to the 130 CPR teammates that make CPR a Great Place to Work! CPR Announces Team Growth Grand Rapids, MI – March 30, 2006 – Computer Products and Resources, Inc. (CPR) announced the addition of Bob Milne to our staff. Bob joined CPR as a leader of CPR's Managed Services business. Prior to joining CPR Bob spent 26 years at IBM in a variety of technical, marketing and management positions. Most recently, Bob built and led an IT consulting and services practice within IBM Global Services, focused on IT Lifecycle Services. Bob has worked in all segments of the market place including the finance, automotive, healthcare and education industries. CPR Announces Team Growth Grand Rapids, MI – February 15, 2006 – Computer Products and Resources, Inc. (CPR) announced the addition of Robert Baldyga to our staff. Robert joined CPR as a Senior Consultant, specializing in Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning. Mr. Baldyga earned his certification as a Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) – from the Disaster Recovery Institute International and is also a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE). Robert has over 20 years of experience in the technology industry and has worked in all segments of the market place including non-profit, education and government as well as public and private sector enterprises. CPR is now a Microsoft Certified Partner for Learning Solutions Grand Rapids, MI – June 1, 2005. CPR has recently become an official Microsoft Certified Partner for Learning Solutions (formerly referred to as the Microsoft CTEC Program). Earning the Learning Solutions Competency demonstrates CPR’s commitment and ability to deliver high quality learning services, including skills assessment, technical training, student mentoring, and Microsoft Certified Professional exam preparation. This competency allows The CPR Learning Center to accept Microsoft Software Assurance Training Vouchers from businesses and individuals throughout West Michigan. Vouchers are issued by Microsoft through many of their licensing programs. The CPR Learning Center is qualified to deliver technical and application training based on Microsoft technology to small, medium, and large businesses as well as government agencies, individuals, and educational institutions. Also, as a Gold Certified Partner, CPR is at the top level of Microsoft solutions partners allowing them to build a close working relationship with Microsoft and keep informed of new products and partner initiatives. CPR Announces New Director of Sales, Additional Team Growth August 17, 2004 – Computer Products and Resources, Inc. (CPR) announced on August 9, 2004, Pete Koelzer’s promotion to the role of Director of Sales. As Director, Pete will be responsible for the leadership and direction of CPR’s sales department. Pete has over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, 19 of which were spent with IBM. Pete has worked in all segments of the market place including healthcare, manufacturing and the SMB market. In addition to announcing a new Director of Sales, in the last month CPR has hired five new teammates to fulfill various technical and administrative roles within the company. New teammates have taken roles in our Telecommunications Department, Customer Support Department as well as Customer Support Engineers. Jerry Engle Wins Ernst & Young Entrepreneuer of the Year Award Grand Rapids, MI – June 21, 2002 Jerry Engle, CPR president and CEO was awarded the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award in the Technology Category beating out two other local technology companies. The award recognizes companies based on their operating growth over a period of two or more years, employment growth earnings and revenue. Entrepreneurs are also judged on their community efforts. The program is nationally sponsored by Today, CNN, NASDAQ, and Kauffman Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership at the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. While CPR hustles to stay on the cutting edge of technology and Engle scurries to meet his clients ever-changing needs, one thing remains constant: Service. "Our primary job is to satisfy the customer," he said. "Technology is the product that we happen to sell while doing it. We try hard to make the use of technology seamless to the customer so that it can be used to help our clients and their employees reach their critical strategic goals." CPR Recognized by IBM for Outstanding Service and Support Grand Rapids, MI – March 2002 CPR was recognized by IBM for being in the top 8% of all Premier Services Providers in North America. Each service provider fulfilled a predetermined set of goals set by the manufacturer including; customer satisfaction ratings, first time fix, response time, volume, efficient utilization of parts and meeting training requirements. The recent celebration was held in Orlando, Florida and was attended by CPR’s president, Jerry Engle, Operations Manager Jenny Fanning and Data Center Manager, Dan Boughton. Jerry Engle states, “CPR’s philosophy of service first exemplifies IBM’s expectation for quality in the areas of service and customer satisfaction – we were proud to be recognized among the best of the best.” CPR Receives Compaq All Star Recognition Grand Rapids, MI – January 2002 CPR was singled out by Compaq Computer Corp. as the Michigan/ Ohio district winner for its outstanding performance during 2001. Awards from the world’s largest computer manufacturer go to the resellers who qualify as exceptional in both Customer Satisfaction and Operational Performance. CPR award gives them All Star recognition status within Compaq. CPR INCREASES LOCAL SERVICE CAPABILITIES WITH MEMBERSHIP IN INGRAM MICRO’S VENTURETECH NETWORK Grand Rapids, MI December, 2001 – CPR a local technology solutions provider, has been selected for membership in Ingram Micro’s VentureTech Network™, an exclusive national network of technology providers who serve the needs of small to midsize businesses (SMBs) by offering premium products and value-added services to their customers. “As a member of Ingram Micro’s VentureTech Network, we can expand our technology capabilities and offerings to customers by partnering with other network members who complement our existing services,” said Ken Clark, Director of Sales & Marketing of CPR “In addition, VentureTech Network will keep us ahead of the technology curve by providing special resources and programs from the world’s largest technology products and services distributor, Ingram Micro.” VentureTech Network includes technology solutions providers who have achieved a high level of expertise in deploying technology solutions and services in their local markets. VentureTech Network members offer premier technology products and enhanced services, and they receive special support from major technology vendors through Ingram Micro. “Ingram Micro is proud to welcome CPR as a member of the VentureTech Network,” said Bob Stegner, vice president of Ingram Micro’s VentureTech Network. “VentureTech Network membership recognizes CPR as a company that delivers the highest standards of service, support and expertise to small and midsize businesses in its local market. We support it with a wide range of services such as consultation, training classes and technical support.” About VentureTech VentureTech Network is a national network of premier SMB technology solutions providers who participate in the network environment to improve their businesses, share resources and enhance their service capabilities to SMBs in their local markets. VentureTech Network members receive technical and sales support, information and business development resources, special credit and leasing programs, and customized technology product promotions designed to benefit their customers. Security Includes Corporate Computer Sites, Too October 01, 2001 CPR 616.575.8500 info@cprgr.com By Anne Bond Emrich Grand Rapids Business Journal A heightened awareness regarding corporate data and network security started long before Sept. 11. Over the last several years, a number of highly focused niche players have sprung up in the areas of Internet security, network security and hardware and software solutions designed to detect or prevent threats, intrusions and breaches, observed Ken Clark, director of sales and marketing for Computer Products & Resources (CPR), a full service technology company based in Grand Rapids. But the recent attacks on the U.S. have added another element to the equation, Clark said. The current Nimda virus, preceded just a few weeks earlier by the Code Red worm, may be getting even more publicity because people are wondering whether it’s related to the attacks. Engle Sees Service Angle January 21, 2002 CPR 616.575.8500 info@cprgr.com By Anne Bond Emrich Grand Rapids Business Journal Jerry Engle, president of Computer Products and Resources(CPR) Inc., believes service leads to customer satisfaction, which ultimately leads to longevity in business. Engle’s company was one of the first in West Michigan to focus entirely on service and support of computer systems and equipment.Though nearly 20 years have passed,his motto then and now is still “Service First. ”When he founded CPR in 1982, herecalls, “I knew the industry and really felt knew what customers wanted — and it was outstanding service. And they still do today. I really feel that our operating principle shave driven us and helped us build a great foundation both for our employees and our customers.”He feels CPR’s commitment to customer satisfaction, and its people, continues to differentiate his company today. After earning a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Western Michigan University, Engle joined Burroughs Corp. (now Unisys Corp.) where he spent 17 years...



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