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Birmingham-based IT Firm Enters the Huntsville Market
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Trident Technologies President/CEO Sue Arroyo discusses the reasons her company chose Huntsville to expand its operation.
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Trident Technologies, LLC. recently announced its entrance into the Huntsville market at a ribbon cutting ceremony held at the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County.Trident Technologies is an information technology professional services firm serving clients in both the federal and commercial sectors. Trident specializes in utilizing technology to help its clients succeed by offering software development, systems integration and data management solutions to clients, based on the company’s innovative “Guidance” frameworks.
Don Nalley, Chamber vice chair of economic development formally welcomed the company to Huntsville/Madison County. “Our community is currently a statistical anomaly in the United States. While many communities in our nation face economic uncertainty, we continue to enjoy tremendous economic growth from companies such as Trident Technologies that are looking to grow and expand,” Nalley said. Continue »
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Intuitive Research and Technology Corporation one of AARP’s 2008 Best Employers for Workers Over 50—only Alabama company to do so
For the second consecutive year, Intuitive Research and Technology Corporation has been named one of AARP’s 50 Best Employers for Workers over 50. Intuitive was named to the select group of best employers following a nationwide application process and extensive vetting prior to final selection. Key areas of consideration included: recruiting practices; opportunities for training, education and career development; workplace accommodations; alternative work options, such as flexible scheduling, job sharing, and phased retirement; employee health and pension benefits; retiree benefits; and age diversity of the workforce.
Intuitive President and Chief Operating Officer Harold R. Brewer said, "It is an honor to be recognized by AARP for our innovative policies that support an experienced workforce culture and environment. Intuitive’s goal is to develop and nurture a cross generational workforce, supplying our customers with outstanding products and services. ”Intuitive continues the practices that also awarded us the prestigious 2007 AARP Bernard E. Nash Award for Innovation for retiree work opportunities. We understand that employers who are progressive in their policies toward 50-plus workers have more productive employees. Employees 50 and over are tremendous assets and bring extensive skill and experience to the workplace.
Intuitive provides a myriad of services in programmatic support, systems engineering, product development, production systems support, rapid prototyping and technology management solutions to the Department of Defense, government agencies, and commercial companies.
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Leadership Huntsville/Madison County Becomes Incorporated
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Don Nalley, vice chair for economic development of the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County Board of Directors, presents Sarah Savage, President/CEO of Leadership Huntsville/Madison County, and Doc Holladay, Leadership Board Chair, a plaque commemorating the incorporation of Leadership.
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Leadership Huntsville/Madison County (LHMC) recently announced its transition to an independent, non-profit community leadership organization. For the last 22 years, Leadership has been under the umbrella of the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County and its Foundation. This evolution moves LHMC into a structure similar to other large community Leadership organizations, including Birmingham, Nashville, Atlanta, Louisville and Seattle.“This transition begins a new and exciting era for Leadership,” President/CEO Sarah Savage said. “Countless community leaders have donated time and resources to build this legacy. It is now incumbent upon us to ensure Leadership remains relevant and supports our community's future growth."
Leadership Board Chair Doc Holladay said about the transition, “Leadership is grateful for the guidance and support shown by the Chamber of Commerce and Chamber of Commerce Foundation during the past two decades. They have been like parents who raise their children to become independent adults. Leadership is now ready to become a fully independent organization.”
Tommy Beason, chair of the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County Foundation and past chair of the board of directors, discussed the importance of the Leadership Program for the community. “When I was chairman of the Chamber in 2004, I first found out the importance of this organization. I am a little sad, but happy that they are moving on,” Beason said.
Don Nalley, Chamber vice chair of economic development, also delivered congratulatory remarks and pledged the Chamber’s continued support for Leadership. “You have always been and will always be a partner in this community. We may be taking different initiatives, but we are both trying to make this community a smart place to live, work and play,” Nalley said.
LHMC’s mission is to identify, educate and inspire leaders to serve our community. Through its six programs, Leadership serves more than 300 adults and youth each year, and more than 1,000 alumni.
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Huntsville Hospital Earns 2008 Consumer Choice Award
For the seventh consecutive year, National Research Corporation has recognized Huntsville Hospital for its quality with the 2008 Consumer Choice Award. Alongside UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Baptist Medical Center in Montgomery and co-recipients Mobile Infirmary Medical Center and Providence Hospital in Mobile, Huntsville Hospital is one of five hospitals statewide to receive this year’s honor.
NRC annually conducts a comprehensive survey of more than 200,000 households representing more than 400,000 consumers across the nation to determine which hospitals have the highest quality and image in more than 250 major healthcare markets.
Huntsville Hospital CEO David Spillers said the NRC award exemplifies how Huntsville Hospital’s physicians and staff are accomplishing the hospital’s vision to be one of the best in America. “This honor is very important because it reflects how our patients feel about the clinical and service excellence available at Huntsville Hospital,” he said.
Ginny Martin, president of NRC’s Healthcare Marketing Guide Division, said winners are determined by consumer perceptions on multiple quality and image ratings. “Consumers continue to be empowered to make decisions for themselves and their families when selecting their healthcare facilities and services,” Martin said. “As care options multiply and consumer perception of quality grows in importance, dedication to providing a high level of quality healthcare becomes essential for hospitals.The 225 national Consumer Choice award winners were listed in Modern Healthcare magazine, Sept. 29, 2008, edition. NRC has more than two decades of experience in healthcare performance measurement and improvement.”
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International Society of Huntsville Hosts Culture at the Chamber
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Nuchi Khong, Intl. Society Board (Vietnam); Dr. Goang-Shin Liaw, guest; Dr. Belinda Ong, Intl. Society Board & Event Chair (Malaysia); Peter Cox, Intl Society Board & President, Friends of German Culture; Gerry & Ray Coffey, guests; Luba Cehelska, Director International Services Council & Intl. Society Board (Ukraine); Don Palmer, Intl. Society President (USA).
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The International Society of Huntsville recently held its fall event, Culture at the Chamber in the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County Auditorium. The mixer was sponsored by Chamber member PPG Aerospace. Nearly 185 guests participated in the Society reception and its mission to bring diverse international elements together for social interaction and cultural awareness in the Huntsville area.International guests included a U.S. State Department sponsored seven-member cleric delegation from Iraq, 20 international teachers from Bangladesh, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan participating in the Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program, administered by the UAHuntsville Office of International Programs and Services. In addition, 10 UAHuntsville exchange students from the Near East and South Asia assisted in hosting the event.
The Society was formed early this year and consists of 24 board members representing 20 countries. The social get-togethers are scheduled every quarter and open to anyone interested in meeting people in the community with diverse international backgrounds, including special guest visitors from other countries.
For information on signing-up for the next event, contact Françoise Whitlock, e-mail: Fran.Whitlock@Heritage-Huntsville.com.
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Rocket City Geospatial Conference Sets Final Agenda and Exhibition
The 2008 Rocket City Geospatial Conference will be held November 18-20 at the Huntsville Marriott, and will focus on geographic information system (GIS) and location-based services (LBS) applications developed by organizations from northern Alabama and surrounding regions. Event organizers expect to draw more than 250 attendees and 25 exhibitors.
Two keynote addresses will be offered. On Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 9 a.m., Jack Dangermond, president of Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) and recognized worldwide as a visionary and leader in geographic information systems (GIS) technology, will deliver a comprehensive overview of how this technology has benefited both government and business. His address will correspond with GIS Day, an event that promotes awareness of geospatial technology and that Dangermond helped to start. GIS Day is now supported by the National Geographic Society, the Association of American Geographers, the University Consortium for Geographic Information Science, the United States Geological Survey, The Library of Congress, Sun Microsystems, Hewlett-Packard and ESRI.
On Thursday, Nov. 20 at 9:15 a.m., Mark Doherty, the executive director for Intergraph Corporation’s Security, Government & Infrastructure division, will discuss “The Changing Face of Geospatial” and how the influence of social networks, commercial GIS, cloud computing and three dimensional display and analysis are leading to greater utilization of location-based information and technology. Intergraph is also the Diamond Sponsor for this year’s conference. Continue »
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UAHuntsville is Helping U.S. Army Find a New Strategy for Education
The University of Alabama in Huntsville has been enlisted to help the U.S. Army Materiel Command (AMC) modernize its logistics operations.
Researchers in UAHuntsville's Center for the Management of Science and Technology (CMOST) will develop the educational strategy for a flanking maneuver around old habits, ancient procedures and a plethora of free-standing legacy systems developed independently by a variety of depots, offices and commands.
The objective in this maneuver is a single modern, unified enterprise planning and management system for all of the Army's acquisition, supply chain and logistics operations all the way from raw materials to units in the field. Continue »
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Boeing and U.S. Army Celebrate 20th Anniversary of 1st Avenger Delivery
Boeing recently announced that Nov. 1 marked the 20th anniversary of its first Avenger fire unit delivery to the U.S. Army. Developed and produced in Huntsville, Avenger is the Army’s premier short-range air defense system, and has been used effectively in tactical defense and convoy protection operations with U.S. units around the world.
“Boeing in Huntsville has a long legacy of providing our nation’s military with reliable, effective weapons systems,” said Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Ala. “The Avenger team deserves our sincere gratitude for their commitment and dedication delivering a system designed to help ensure our men and women in uniform return home safely.”
“Boeing’s dedicated workforce in Huntsville has been a significant contributor to our national defense, and their work on the Avenger program is no exception,” said Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Ala. “As we mark the 20th anniversary of the first Avenger fire unit’s delivery to our armed forces, I would like to commend the Avenger team for their hard work on this important air defense system.”
“I am proud of Boeing and its entire workforce in North Alabama on this significant milestone,” said Rep. Bud Cramer, D-Ala. “The Avenger has performed successfully for the past 20 years and continues to provide the necessary short-range air defense needed for our service members. I look forward to the Avenger’s continued success and development.” Continue »
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