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1901 Group, LLC
Company Description:
We balance planning and designing with implementation and operations, consolidating the network components to optimize the server and application speeds, increase workload, and tighten security, enhancing the return on investments. We monitor around the clock, systematically analyzing all essential components at all times, satisfying compliance standards, and reducing threats to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all processes and information.
Technical Capabilities Description:
Capacity and Load Balance Planning; Network Strength and Flexibility Analysis; 24-hour Monitoring; Security and Threat Analysis; Testing and Deployment; VoIP Management
Website:http://www.1901group.com

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ABS Technology Architects
Company Description:
ABS Technology Architects is a Cisco Gold Direct Value Added Reseller that provides Advanced Technology solutions for corporate, educational, and governmental organizations. Founded in 1972, ABS is a top solutions partner in the US with an emphasis on Cisco Advanced Technologies including IP Unified Communications, Contact Center, MESH Wireless, and Security. ABS has achieved Customer Satisfaction Excellence for seven consecutive years, and Cisco's East Area SLED Partner of the Year in 2009.
Website:http://www.absnt.com

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Access, Inc.
Company Description:
Access is a full-service advertising, design, and integrated public relations firm. We help build brands, products and reputations with result-driven creativity and strategy. We call it “smart creative.” We offer creativity grounded to our client’s objectives. We are fast and focused. We get things done, meet deadlines and do not exceed budgets. We believe in research with actionable findings but are not paralyzed without it.
Website:http://www.visitaccess.com

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Adaptive Technology Incorporated
Company Description:
Adaptive Technologies, Inc. provides R&D, design and engineering, and consultation on products and problems associated with noise control, hearing protection, signal processing, and control theory. World class expertise and patented products are providing communication solutions for military and commercial applications involving dangerous noise levels. We are dedicated to advancing the science of hearing protection and improving combat and civilian communications.
Technical Capabilities Description:
•Combining R&D staff with new product development engineers ensures practical solutions to difficult problems.
•Ability to bring our technologies to market through strategic partnerships or through ATI's affiliate company, Aegisound.
•Our digital expertise in hearing protection and enhancement and in communications clarity is unparalleled.
•Entirely U.S. based.
•Ongoing U.S. Department of Defense contracts provide continual experience and expertise with extreme and critical problems.
Website:http://www.adaptivetechinc.com

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Advance Auto Parts
Company Description:
Advance Auto Parts is a leader in the automotive aftermarket. We have over 3,300 stores and more than 48,000 of the best-equipped Team Members in the business to help you get the right part.
Website:http://www.advance-auto.com

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Advanced Logic Industries
Company Description:
Advanced Logic Industries provides IT network integration, software development services and IT products to clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond. At ALI, we believe that IT solutions are a strategic business driver that merits both IT skills and a strong emphasis on the financial return of IT investments. With our blend of exceptional technical skills, business expertise and a passion for doing the right thing; we are driven to help our clients be successful.
Technical Capabilities Description:
ALI’s system integration services include specialization in several key areas: Application Development, Collaboration & Messaging, Managed Service & Support, Mobility & Wireless Networking, Network Infrastructure (Voice/Video/Data), Security, Storage & Archiving, Training, Virtualization. We have industry partnerships with Apple, Cisco, Citrix, EMC, Hewlett Packard, IBM, Microsoft , Novell and VMWare.
Website:http://www.ali-inc.com

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Aegisound, LLC
Company Description:
Aegisound is dedicated to offering world-class, patented products of the highest quality that provide hearing protection and advanced communications solutions for customers in the most demanding continuous noise environments.
Website:http://www.aegisound.com

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Aeroprobe Corporation
Company Description:
Aeroprobe Corporation designs, builds, and markets scientific instrumentation used in aerodynamic and hydrodynamic research. Our main line of products consists of multi-hole probes that measure flow velocity in gas and liquid media. Researchers and engineers will find probes appropriate for any application including turbulence characteristics, reversed flow and, and high temperatures. Aeroprobe’s technology portfolio includes a novel additive friction stir process.
Technical Capabilities Description:
Multi-Hole Probes; Air-Data Probes; Pressure, Flow Velocity and Temperature Measurement; Experimental Aerodynamics; Data Acquisition Hardware and Software
Miniaturization; Pressure, Temperature, and Flow Calibration Techniques
Website:http://www.aeroprobe.com/

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Affinity Consulting Group, LLC
Company Description:
Affinity Consulting Group (formerly Automated Horizons, Inc.) is a technology consulting firm specializing in legal technology.
Technical Capabilities Description:
Networking, IT Consulting, Legal Technology Consulting,
Specialty Software Implementation and Training, including the following products: Tabs3/PracticeMaster, Worldox, PCLaw, HotDocs, Time Matters, Amicus Attorney, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Philips Speech Solutions, and many others
Website:http://www.affinityconsulting.com

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American Biosystems, Inc.
Company Description:
American Biosystems, Inc. specializes in the production of enzymes and direct-fed microbials. These microbial enzyme products are used for animal feed and aquaculture products, as well as in domestic, municipal and industrial waste treatment products.
Technical Capabilities Description:
We assist in the formulation and testing of enzymes, characterization of microbial products for efficacy in sanitary , waste treatment and bio-remediation applications.
Website:http://www.americanbiosystems.com

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Anderson & Associates
Company Description:
At Anderson & Associates, we maintain a people-directed business philosophy, focusing on our clients, our employees and our communities. We are a progressive employee-owned professional services design firm specializing in civil and environmental engineering, surveying, planning and landscape architecture.
Website:http://www.andassoc.com

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Apex Systems, Inc.
Company Description:
Founded in 1995, Apex is a leading provider of technical and professional IT staffing solutions and the 8th largest IT staffing firm in the country. Our core competencies include information technology, business applications, and telecommunications. Apex provides IT staffing services on a contract, contract-to-hire, project based (Bulk Buy or SOW), and/or direct hire basis.
Technical Capabilities Description:
Apex serves clients in all industries with a focus on consumer and industrials, financial services, business services, government services, communications, technology, and healthcare sectors. We provide IT staffing services on a contract, contract-to-hire, project based (Bulk Buy or SOW), and/or direct hire basis. Apex now has a branch operating in Roanoke to serve SW Virginia.
Website:http://www.apexsystemsinc.com/

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Appalachian Power
Company Description:
AEP ranks among the nation's largest generators of electricity, owning nearly 38,000 megawatts of generating capacity in the U.S. AEP also owns the nation's largest electricity transmission system, a nearly 39,000-mile network that includes more 765 kilovolt extra-high voltage transmission lines than all other U.S. transmission systems combined.
Website:http://www.aep.com

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Atomic Axis
Company Description:
At Atomic Axis, we help organizations incorporate a mobile strategy into their business plan for the lifecyle of that organization. Our primary focus is on providing value to application development projects within multiple solution domains. We manage our projects in a highly disciplined and transparent manner to increase the rate of exposure and success.
Technical Capabilities Description:
We take pride in our capabilities in the following areas:
- Mobile Application Development (Native and Hybrid)
- Mobile Web Solutions
- Mobile Strategy
- Mobile Marketing
- Technical Leadership & Architecture
Website:http://atomicaxis.com

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Attention Point
Company Description:
Attention Point is a Roanoke-based company dedicated to improving the diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). ADHD is the most common neurobehavioral disorder of childhood. Currently, there is no standardized tool that reliably identifies the existence of ADHD. Attention Point is developing analytical tools that improve ADHD assessment by integrating results from multiple scoring tests which provide a more comprehensive and accurate assessment.
Website:http://www.attentionpoint.com

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Automation Creations
Company Description:
Automation Creations, Inc. (ACI) provides custom software development, training and project management for web applications. We guarantee our work, from website design to custom software programming. ACI has certifications and senior-level expertise in nearly all web technologies, and an experienced Graphic Design/User Interface staff. We provide offsite or on-site service from small to large business. ACI is a service disabled, veteran-owned small business and we are HUB Zone certified.
Technical Capabilities Description:
Software and Database expertise includes:
ColdFusion architecture and development, Microsoft application development, SQL Server and mySQL database environments, Oracle database expertise, and project management (PMP, CSEP, CMMi). We also have a staff of software quality assurance experts, highly experienced software trainers, and technical documentation experts.
Website:http://www.aciwebs.com

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BAI
Company Description:
Founded in 1974, BAI provides information security consulting and training to federal agencies and their supporting contractors, vendors and service providers. Our core competency involves security certification and accreditation of information technology systems. We offer nationwide training and consulting programs to assist both DoD and non-DoD agencies and contractors in navigating the arcane and complex processes and regulations that define information security.
Website:http://www.baisoftware.com

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BC Genesis
Company Description:
Our material has a global potential.

The future needs within the biomedical field can easily be descibed as vital for the human being. For many years have materials such as iron, titanium, plastic, silicone etc. to modify the human body. We have the solution to redirect the industry towards newer and better paths.
Technical Capabilities Description:
We develop medical implants for the market of orthopedic medical devices. We accomplish this by using a unique biofabrication technology (patents pending) developed in collaboration with Virginia Tech.

Our revolutionary material, BioSynthetic Cellulose, has an endless potential within the biomedical device and supply field. The Hydrogel material provides strength similar to Synthetic materials while the Biological behaviors provide improved implantable properties.
Website:http://www.bcgenesis.org

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Bedford Technology Group
Company Description:
Bedford Technology Group has two main lines of business: online content and strategic technology management consulting. Our clients have included many Fortune 100 companies like Ford Motor Company, Pitney Bowes, Charles Schwab, State Farm Insurance, Alcatel-Lucent, and others. Our online content business has dozens of small websites serving many niche internet markets. One of our recent products was the e-book "ScrumMaster" http://www.lulu.com/product/ebook/scrummaster/18803035
Technical Capabilities Description:
On-site training of Agile, XP, RUP, Scrum, and other technology development methodologies. Strategic planning. Technology growth advice and consulting. Mentoring, Coaching, and limited paired-work arrangements. Internet hosting advice, platform architecture consulting, and social media leveraging for medium-to-larger businesses.
Website:http://www.tiny-giant-books.com

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Biznet Technologies
Company Description:
We stand steadfast in our commitment to quality services and exemplary support. Our expertise in the realm of digital commerce allows us to assist clients in effectively planning, deploying and managing web-based tools and database applications.
Website:http://www.bnt.com

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BlueRidge Interactive
Company Description:
BlueRidge Interactive, a dynamic, client focused web organization that specializes in building affordable, effective and efficient, custom business applications. Full circle, our team brings industry expertise, creative architecture, and utilization of the latest technologies to each any every project in order to achieve digital excellence.
Technical Capabilities Description:
Web Application Development, Mobile Development, iOS Development, Android Development, eCommerce Solutions, Content Management Systems, Website Design, GIS and Mapping Services
Website:http://www.blueridgeinteractive.com

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Branch Banking & Trust
Company Description:
Building on a tradition of excellence in community banking that stretches back to 1872, BB&T continues to offer clients a complete range of financial services including banking, lending, insurance, trust, and wealth management solutions. We invite you to learn more about us, our company, and our philosophy.
Website:http://www.bbt.com/

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Branch Management Corp.
Company Description:
Branch Management Corp. develops, owns and manages commercial, industrial and retail properties in the region. Our focus is on providing businesses with the space they need to operate successfully. Offices, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, research labs and retail storefronts are all part of our owned real estate inventory. BMC works with new and growing businesses to develop, build new or renovate and lease buildings to your specific needs.
Website:http://www.branchmgt.com

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Brookewood Management Advisors, Inc.
Company Description:
Contract advisory and management services to technology companies.

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Brown, Edwards & Company, LLP
Company Description:
Brown, Edwards & Company, L.L.P. is a regional accounting firm with offices in Bristol, Christiansburg, Harrisonburg, Lynchburg, and Roanoke, Virginia and Bluefield and Charleston, West Virginia. Our size and diversity allows our professionals to specialize in fields which include manufacturing, health care, software development, biotechnology, government, higher education, real estate and construction. Our knowledge helps your business succeed.
Website:http://www.becpas.com

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Bundy Group
Company Description:
For nearly 20 years, Bundy Group has been dedicated to guiding clients through the investment banking process. Our Company’s mission is to advise family businesses, entrepreneurs, majority owners, shareholders, boards, management teams, and private equity groups on how to sell, buy, value, expand and finance their smaller middle market companies, while also serving as the intermediary in M&A transactions.
Website:http://www.bundygroup.com

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Burton Center for Arts and Technology
Company Description:
Burton Center for Arts and Technology is a part of the Roanoke County Public School system. We offer classes in fifteen programs: Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Mass Communications, Engineering, Game and Web design, Welding and Motorsports, Automotive Repair, Precision Machining, Masonry, Building Trades, Criminal Justice, Computer Information Technology, Cosmetology, Early Childhood Education, and Floral Design.
Website:http://www.rcs.k12.va.us/arbtc

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Carilion Clinic
Company Description:
Our doctors partner with you every step of the way. They don't just ask patients to exercise more, they get out and exercise with them. And help them make good choices.
Website:http://www.carilionclinic.org

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Carter Machinery Company, Inc.
Company Description:
Carter Machinery Company is the authorized Caterpillar dealer for Virginia and southern West Virginia. Since 1952, Carter Machinery has had a hand in the success of numerous construction, mining, forestry, and industrial operations throughout our assigned territory. Our technicians, technical advisors, salespeople and support staff have an old-fashioned devotion to doing the job right, because they know a solid reputation is built one satisfied customer at a time.
Website:http://www.cartermachinery.com

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CCS-Inc.
Company Description:
Founded in 1981, Comprehensive Computer Solutions, Inc. is based in Christiansburg, VA. CCS provides industrial computer systems as well as NEMA-rated computer and printer enclosures. CCS also owns two subsidiaries. Qualtrax, Inc. offers compliance software solutions for regulated industries. FoxGuard Solutions provides compliance and cyber security solutions to the critical infrastructure and key resources (CIKR) sectors that protect SCADA systems and increase HMI uptime.
Technical Capabilities Description:
CCS-Inc.’s engineering team utilizes its computer, electrical, mechanical, and software engineering expertise to provide vendor-neutral industrial computing solutions. Specialties include customized commercial systems, integrated server racks, custom designs for harsh environments, and image creation. CCS offers prototyping and environmental testing (e.g. thermal/humidity analysis, shock/vibration testing, EMI/ESD resistance) and maintains ISO 9001 certification through strict quality policies.
Website:http://www.ccs-inc.com

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Center for Innovative Technology
Company Description:
CIT conducts cutting-edge research and development (R&D) programs that focus on translational technologies addressing national and regional challenges. These technologies also provide the foundation for the creation and growth of industry clusters -- clusters that become the foundation of an innovation economy
Website:http://www.cit.org

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Champion Sales Services
Company Description:
Champion Sales Services provides marketing services to a prominent manufacturer of electrical slip rings for the defense industry.
Website:http://www.champsales.com

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Cherry Bekaert LLP
Company Description:
Cherry Bekaert LLP is a CPA firm headquartered in Richmond VA but serving the Southeastern US. The Roanoke and Lynchburg Offices are combined to form the Virginia Blue Ridge Office with a total of 55 employees. However, Cherry Bekaert has a total employment of over 800 in many locations.

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CIE Partners
Company Description:
CIE Partners is an independent organization promoting innovation and assisting entrepreneurs, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations in the western region of Virginia. From Charlottesville to Roanoke to Blacksburg, CIE Partners has an available network of resources to accelerate the development of successful businesses and to enhance the operation of nonprofits.
Technical Capabilities Description:
A distinguishing feature of CIE Partners is that we not only provide advice and consultation; we roll up our sleeves and work side-by side with our clients to actively advance their interests. Feasibility Planning; Business Planning and Start Up; Local Resource Assistance; Educational Workshops; Funding Development (Equity Investments, Grants and Contracts); Grant and Project Management; Product Development
Website:http://www.ciepartners.com

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Citizens Telephone Cooperative (Citizens)
Company Description:
Citizens Telephone Cooperative (Citizens) is a regional communication and entertainment service provider serving Southwest Virginia and beyond. Citizens provides high capacity optical transport services on Citizens’ regional open access network and long haul transport from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC through network partnerships. Citizens is committed to its communities in providing technological support for economic development and revitalization.
Website:http://www.citizens.coop/

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City of Radford
Company Description:
Local Government
Website:http://www.radford.va.us

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City of Roanoke - Office of Economic Development
Company Description:
In a world where cities often feel loud and overcrowded and as hard as the concrete they’re built upon, the City of Roanoke offers something unique- unexpected balance. Roanoke has the amenities that you’d expect from a dynamic urban center, without losing the charming feeling of a smaller place. Roanoke is a city that encourages you to make things happen, because it’s big enough to provide multiple opportunities but small enough so you can make an impact.
Website:http://www.roanokegov.com

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Click and Pledge
Company Description:
Click & Pledge enables organizations to access sophisticated software tools for more efficient and effective online fundraising. Products include an online payment system, open source CRM systems, web site development and social networking tools. The Company serves over 10,000 customers in 45 countries.
Website:http://www.clickandpledge.com

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Closergeist, LLC
Company Description:
Closergeist works exclusively with software-building organizations nationwide that are involved in any aspect of real estate transactions. We help those responsible for building the software that drives real estate transactions to stay informed on the technical, legislative, and competitive issues that affect the industry. We solve software development challenges through our knowledge of both the real-estate settlement industry and technology best-practices.
Technical Capabilities Description:
Our services include, but are not limited to: Custom software development, particularly web and mobile; Integrating with other systems and vendors; Adherence to industry standards, such as MISMO; Advising on the architecture of new software; Data migration; Evaluating security and recommending improvements. Specific technologies include: ASP.NET MVC, WCF, Web Services, Windows Forms, WPF, Silverlight, all mobile platforms, Java and PHP.
Website:http://www.closergeist.com

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Cogent Management Resources
Company Description:
Cogent Management Resources helps clients achieve long-term profitability goals by providing expertise through coordinated and cohesive solutions. Our areas of expertise include: Human resources, Organization development, Operational efficiency, Finance, and Accounting. We bring the experience of consultants who have worked in a leadership role in a business like yours. Our goal is to serve as an external partner, focusing on creating change when and where you need it.
Website:http://www.cogentmr.com

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Consolidated Planning, Inc.
Company Description:
Consolidated Planning, Inc. is a leading Financial Advocate for individuals and companies to maximize their Cash Flow through effiency, protection, organization and focused strategies. We have over 30 years of experience helping people, communities and companies optimize their financial resources.
Technical Capabilities Description:
Our on line aggregation software tool, allows individuals and companies organize their financial world and maximize Cash Flow.
Website:http://www.cplanning.com

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CowanPerry, PC
Company Description:
CowanPerry is a boutique law firm focusing on providing legal services in the areas of Outside General Counsel; Business and Employment Litigation; Corporate and Tax Law; Labor & Employment Counsel; ERISA and Employee Benefits; Land Use & Commercial Real Estate; Trusts & Estates; and Intellectual Property. With attorneys licensed in Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee and West Virginia, we can handle the needs of both emerging technology companies and established businesses throughout the region from our offices in Roanoke and Blacksburg.
Technical Capabilities Description:
CowanPerry partners with our clients by defining the scope of work at the outset of each engagement and then utilizing monthly retainer-based fee structures, project and milestone based fees, and traditional hourly rates where appropriate. We offer nationally recognized expertise, on a platform built around using technology to leverage that experience to more efficiently and cost effectively meet the needs of our clients.
Website:http://www.cowanperry.com

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Cox Business
Company Description:
Cox Communications is a multi-service broadband communications and entertainment company offering an array of advanced digital video, high-speed Internet and telephony services over its own nationwide IP network, as well as integrated wireless services. Cox Business is a full-service, facilities-based provider of communications solutions for commercial customers, providing high-speed Internet, voice and long distance services, as well as data and video transport services for businesses.
Website:http://www.coxbusiness.com

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Dale Carnegie Training
Company Description:
Dale Carnegie is a global provider of locally delivered programs in Leadership, Sales, Interpersonal and Communications Skills essential to improving the performance of individuals and teams, and adding value to organizations.
Website:http://www.va.dalecarnegie.com

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DaProSystems, Inc.
Company Description:
DaProSystems has provided outstanding software and professional services for the Public Sector for more than 20 years. Today, DaProSystems is recognized as a premier provider of Public Safety Software and Support Solutions. Our clients include Sheriff’s Offices, Police Departments, Emergency Communications Centers and Colleges & Universities. DaProSystems provides both the experience and the expertise necessary to support the essential applications found in today’s Public Safety environment.
Technical Capabilities Description:
DaProSystems offers an integrated array of Public Safety Software products including: Regional Data Sharing; Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD); State Police/NCIC Interface; Records Management System (RMS); Jail Management System (JMS); Mobile Data Terminals (MDT / MDC); Mobile Field Reporing (MFR); Personnel Management; Accident Reporting; GIS / Mapping; Animal Control; Parking Tickets and Registration; Emergency Notification Systems (ENS); Fire Records Management; Public Safety System Interfaces
Website:http://www.daprosystems.com

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D'Ardenne Associates
Company Description:
D'Ardenne Associates focuses on ISO Management Systems training, consulting and auditing activities. We also perform third party certification audits for five registrars. Roy D'Ardenne is a RABQSA, IRCA and BSi certified Lead Auditor and has developed an exciting program between Virginia Tech and BSi to bring students into the area for training.
Website:http://www.dardenneassociates.com

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Delta Dental of Virginia
Company Description:
Delta Dental has provided our members outstanding access to innovative, high-quality benefit programs. From our humble beginnings with two employees operating out of a home basement to a thriving organization with nearly 200 employees today, our focus has remained uncompromised: To advance the public’s oral health by becoming the market leader in quality dental benefits through innovatively designed dental plans and by assuring superior service to all customers at an affordable cost.
Website:http://www.deltadentalva.com

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Design Nine, Inc.
Company Description:
Design Nine provides visionary broadband architecture and engineering services to our clients. We have over seventy years of staff experience with telecom and community broadband-more than any other company in the United States. We have a full range of broadband and telecom planning, design, and project management services, including broadband mapping, network design, business and financial planning, and network implementation and construction services.
Technical Capabilities Description:
Broadband demand aggregation studies, Fiber and wireless route design and mapping, Broadband business model and financial model development, Fiber and wireless network architecture design, Broadband network cost estimates, Network build out project management, Broadband vendor and equipment analysis, Broadband financial and funding strategies, Service provider assessment and development, Design of network operations and management processes, Network construction oversight and quality assurance
Website:http://www.designnine.com/

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Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Company Description:
Dixon Hughes Goodman is the largest CPA firm based in the Southern U.S., ranking among the nation’s top 15 in size. We combine deep industry experience, comprehensive tax, accounting and advisory services and a strong commitment to personal service. We have more than 1,700 professionals located in 30 offices in eleven states and D.C. and 240 Partners and Principals who direct these resources to your best advantage.
Website:http://www.dhgllp.com

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Draper Aden Associates
Company Description:
Draper Aden Associates is a full service consulting engineering firm that takes a proactive approach to solving our clients’ technical challenges. We provide surveying; environmental and ecological services; civil, geotechnical, and structural engineering; and landscape architecture. Our clients include state and local governments, service authorities, higher education institutions, contractors/builders/developers; private industry; and professional service firms throughout the Mid-Atlantic.
Technical Capabilities Description:
Planning, Design, Construction Management, Assistance with Funding Acquisition or Financial Planning, Licensed surveying, Environmental and ecological services, Geophysical services, Hydraulic modeling, Civil, geotechnical, site planning, structural and utilities engineering, Subsurface utilities engineering, Landscape architecture
Website:http://www.daa.com

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