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System Studies and Simulation, Inc (S³) Receives Army Aviation Material Readiness Award for Contribution by a Small Business. Huntsville, AL – The Army Aviation Association of America (AAAA) has identified their 2007 Small Business of the Year as System Studies and Simulation, Inc. (S³). S³, a woman owned small business headquartered in Huntsville, AL, was incorporated in 1993 by its President and CEO, Ms. Jan Smith. During the award presentation, AAAA stated "Few companies, large or small, have contributed so much over such a wide range of endeavors to the materiel readiness of Army Aviation as S³." Today, S³ has 350 employees, performs technical services for Army and NASA, and operates at thirty government and prime contractor duty sites, both CONUS and OCONUS. S³ has six core business units: Logistics, Program Integration, Information Technology, Training, Strategic Planning/Transformation, and Technical/Engineering Support. S³’s Quality Management Program includes certification for both ISO 9000:2001 and AS9100 (Aerospace). 615 Discovery Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806. Telephone: 256-539-1700 x 105; Fax: 256-539-8015; E-mail: carol.coffey@s3inc.com ; www.s3inc.com

CenturyTel provides advanced communications In Huntsville, CenturyTel works to provide a variety of business solutions to a wide range of small and large businesses. One example is the work CenturyTel has done with Dynetics. Dynetics, one of Huntsville’s largest employers, focuses on the following strategic business areas: space and missile defense; tactical missiles and aviation; ground combat systems; intelligence; information technology; and automotive. CenturyTel provides Dynetics with its own private network with 6.0 Mb Internet connectivity, built-in redundancy and fiber-to-fiber connectivity to its major campus buildings. "We rely on our telecommunications to conduct business," said Steve Lee, IT operations manager for Dynetics. "When we looked at service providers, CenturyTel was willing to work with us to provide custom connectivity to our campus buildings. We’ve been able to sustain high levels of up time without disruption. In all areas, the CenturyTel product has surpassed all our acceptable levels of service." To see how your business can benefit from a relationship with CenturyTel, call (256) 704-1024 or visit us at www.centurytel.com/business

Small Business Administration Names Qualis Corporation 2007 Region IV Subcontractor of the Year. Qualis, a woman-owned, small disadvantaged business, represented Alabama during Small Business Week in Washington, D.C. Jacobs Engineering, a large prime contractor, nominated Qualis for the award. While teaming with Jacobs on work at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center and the Eglin Air Force Base, Qualis has become a multidiscipline, technical services company with expertise in engineering, operations, and support functions for defense and aerospace. Qualis employs more than 300 people and has 14 years of proven performance on more than 60 contracts supporting the Army, Air Force, NASA, major primes, and commercial customers. 5000 Bradford Drive, Building 3, Huntsville, AL 35805; (256) 971-1707; e-mail@qualis-corp.com www.qualis-corp.com

Redstone Recognitions, Inc., Huntsville’s newest awards and recognitions company, offers the highest quality products at reasonable prices; from corporate plaques and awards to engraved pens to sports trophies. Everything at Redstone Recognitions is produced with careful, detailed craftsmanship to exceed our customers’ expectations because an award should be more than just an ordinary trophy or plaque, but a work of art. Let us handle all of your awards and recognitions needs. 5650 Sanderson Street, Suite L (next to Sam’s) 256-489-1745 www.redstonerecognitions.com.

Have you been looking for a sign? Let us create your sign or banner for indoor or outdoor use at our special low prices. Our magnetic signs are only $35.00 for a set of two in 12 X 24 inch size. Color banners are $5.00 per square foot. We custom print in full color with environment friendly UV ink directly onto almost any surface (plastic, metal, foam board, PVC, wallpaper, carpet, glass, etc.). No need to laminate. We can meet your promotional needs, ie, screen printed t-shirts and advertising giveaways. We carry a full line of top quality retractable banner stands and trade floor display media. Our latest featured item is a beloved portrait printed directly to artist canvas. Compare our quality and prices and "LET US SIGN YOU UP !!" Big Dog Promotions, Inc., (256) 658-4547, 5106-A Colemont Lane, Huntsville, Alabama 35811.

L-3 Communications, a global leader in aerospace and defense, and major supplier of government services, systems, subsystems and products, is the sixth largest defense company in the U.S. Many L-3 divisions, including SYColeman, GSI, and others you’ve known until now as part of Titan Corporation, including Aviation and Maritime Services, Technical Management Services, Intelligence Solutions and Enterprise IT Solutions, are currently serving the Huntsville community. Joining the local team are L-3 divisions ILEX and MPRI. As established participants in the Tennessee Valley community, L-3 respects the region’s many excellent businesses. Gale Sampson, L-3’s Small Business Program Director, anticipates cultivating new partnerships and growing the affiliations she has developed in support of the government’s current operations and future BRAC efforts. General Carl Vuono, Retired, is guiding L-3’s expansion in the Huntsville area, and providing systems and services governed by the highest standards and best practices of ITIL, ISO, CMMI and EVMS. For information about L-3’s small business programs, please visit www.L-3com.com/suppliers

Marty Sellers, Owner of SellersPhoto Aerial and Commercial Photography, recently attended the annual Professional Aerial Photographers Association international conference in Sugarland, TX where he completed training and testing to become certified in Aerial Photography. Certification includes focused training in aviation safety, technical photographic skills as it applies to photography from an airplane or helicopter, and knowledge of governmental rules and regulations that apply to aerial photography. In his second year on the Board of Directors of the 400-member association, Marty assists local realtors, developers, site selection consultants and construction project managers with aerial photo needs in Huntsville, Birmingham and Nashville. See samples of his award-winning photography at www.sellersphoto.com

PeopleTec, Inc. is a high-technology, woman-owned, small business headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama’s Research Park. Founded in 2005, PeopleTec provides technical services in space and missile operations, systems engineering & integration, testing, logistics, information technology, and program management support. Customers include the Aviation and Missile Command, Missile Defense Agency, Marshall Space Flight Center and the Space and Missile Defense Command. PeopleTec was a 2007 AITA Small Company of the Year finalist. www.People-Tec.com

Corporate Resource Solutions, LLC, a Veteran-Owned Small Business providing affordable hourly recruiting options, announces Mr. Eddie Littrell as President and CEO. Mr. Littrell has over 18 years of Human Resource Management experience in multiple industries and has held his Professional in Human Resource (PHR) Certification since June 2000. Serving as a community volunteer with the North Alabama Society for Human Resource Management (NASHRM), Mr. Littrell was the elected chapter President in 2002. E-mail info@crs-biz.com or visit our web site at www.crs-biz.com

Brian Trefry of Fountain Parker Harbarger & Associates Offers Multiple Lines of Insurance to Fit Your Needs. Brian Trefry of Fountain Parker Harbarger & Associates is a commercial and personal lines insurance agent that provides insurance products to businesses and individuals throughout Madison County and the Tennessee Valley. Brian offers a variety of insurance coverages, including Property, Homeowner’s, Renter’s, General Liability, Commercial and Personal Auto. In addition, he provides Workman’s Compensation, Employment Practices Liability, Directors and Officers, Professional Liability, and Bonds. Brian dedicates his time to making sure his clients have a complete comprehensive insurance package to cover their needs and to educate them on changes in the insurance market. Some of Brian’s clients includes Defense Contractors, Manufacturing, IT/Engineering, Retail, Nonprofits, Healthcare, Construction, and Restaurants. Please contact Brian for a free consultation at (256) 428-1004 or via e-mail at btrefry@fphins.com www.briantrefry.com

NETWORx of Huntsville, a Microsoft Gold Partner, offers its customers network services delivered by information technology specialists, programmers and database administrators, with over 20 industry certifications including, but not limited to, Network Security and Network Administration. We are Microsoft and Dell Authorized Resellers, and are partners with Adtran and Cisco. Our staff also has security clearances to handle networks in classified areas. This combination of industry credentials and tested networking experience allows NETWORx customers to concentrate on their business, while we handle their technological needs, with a price that understands a growing business’ budget. For a free network assessment call (256) 535-0857 or e-mail info@networxhsv.com Our offices are located at 4900 University Square, Suite 8, Huntsville, AL 35816. More information at www.networxhsv.com

Great things are happening at D&Y! On June 21, D&Y expanded its healthcare staffing coverage with the establishment of D&Y Healthcare Connectors, LLC, a division dedicated to staffing physician assistants. Bryan Stone was recently promoted to Manager of Technology & Engineering. He has been with the company three years. D&Y also recently hired new Sales Managers Shaun Riley and Kim Hopper who will each be managing a team of locum tenens and recruitment professionals. (256) 551-1070

PeopleTec, Inc. is a rapidly growing high technology, woman-owned, small business with approximately 80 employees and $14M in revenue. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama’s Research Park, PeopleTec provides world-class engineering, information technology, modeling and simulation, and program support services to Department of Defense and Civilian Federal sectors. Customers include the Aviation and Missile Command, Missile Defense Agency, Marshall Space Flight Center and the Space and Missile Defense Command. www.people-tec.com 4901-D Corporate Drive, Huntsville, AL 35805 (256) 319-3800

Airport FBO Job Opportunity. Executive Flight Center is currently seeking Full Time and/or Part Time Aircraft Refueler/Line Techs for our FBO operation at Madison County Executive Airport located in Meridianville (North Huntsville). If you enjoy meeting the public and working outside with aircraft, fuel trucks, and other equipment, this could be for you. Duties include fueling aircraft, performing fuel quality sampling and testing, moving aircraft to and from hangars with towing equipment, preparing rental aircraft for students by cleaning, servicing fuel and oil, general maintenance on fuel trucks and other equipment. A service-oriented personality is required for greeting arriving aircraft, pilots and passengers, helping them with their baggage, ground transportation, and other needs while here. Benefits package includes Blue Cross Group Medical Coverage, Life Insurance, Dental Reimbursement Plan, Vacation Days, Discount on Flight Training. Are you experienced or interested in aviation and airport operations? It’s never a dull day at the airport! Please e-mail resume and any questions to donna@executiveflightcenter.com

Aviation GPS Seminar. Join us for a training clinic on using the Garmin 430(W) and 530(W) GPS aircraft navigator systems. If you use the Direct To button for everything when flying, this clinic is for you. Saturday morning from 8am til noon, Paul Nation will be conducting training on how to really maximize your understanding and use of the Garmin 430/530 series. Whether you’re a Private pilot, Commercial pilot, Instrument-rated or not, you’ll gain some new knowledge about using the Garmin units in your flights. Materials, morning snacks, and lunch on the grill are included in the $50 course fee. Call (256) 828-1403, visit our web site at www.executiveflightcenter.com or e-mail donna@executiveflightcenter.com for more details and to register.

Spectrum Services PC: Solve your career or employment problems here! We can help with interviewing skills, resume development, cover letters and image consulting. Not sure who you want to be when you grow up? We offer the Career Seekers’ Workshop for anyone over 16 who needs to make occupational choices. New groups are forming now: Job Seeker Teams (job search on steroids) and 48 Days to the Work You Love (career transition). Call Barbara Azzam at (256) 895-0008 or e-mail spectrum@knology.net or go to www.spectrum-services-pc.biz to check it out.

Barbara H. Azzam – Social Security Disability Advocate If you or someone you know is sick or injured and can not work full time you may qualify for Social Security Disability assistance. You must be off the job 12 months and have worked 5 of the last 10 years to qualify for SSDI. Not sure if you qualify? Call Spectrum Services PC for a FREE consultation. (256) 895-0008 or e-mail spectrum@knology.net or go to www.spectrum-services-pc.org to learn more.