Hunt Valley, MD, June 24, 2013 – Data Networks, a leading provider of technology solutions, announced that Ryan Hilburn, Senior Security Engineer is the second member of its professional services team to achieve the status of Juniper Networks ‘Ingenious Champion’.

Juniper Champions are part of an elite community of engineers with advanced skills and expertise. The title of Juniper Networks Ingenious Champion is reserved for those few engineers who have reached the highest level of the Champion program, and are recognized by Juniper as a technical expert and advocate of Juniper solutions.

To become an Ingenious Champion, Mr. Hilburn completed a rigorous series of authorizations, courses and technical certifications. With over 15 years of experience installing and supporting LAN/WAN technology in the public sector, he is well-versed in the planning, configuration and deployment of Juniper firewall, switching, and wireless technologies.

“The Juniper Champion program gives partner Systems Engineers fresh encouragement and support for strengthening their networking expertise,” said Data Networks President, Patrick Regan. “Ryan is an outstanding engineer and a long-time member of Data Network’s Network Infrastructure, Security & Access team. I am excited by what this says about his ability to deliver superior Juniper-based solutions to our valued customers.”

About Data Networks

Data Networks has been a Juniper Elite Partner since 2005. Over the last 30 years as one of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier providers of IT enterprise solutions, we have developed unique competencies, proven procedures, and strong manufacturer relationships that ensure project effectiveness. Follow us on Twitter a twitter.com/data_networks, or connect with us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/data-networks.

Annual List Ranks North America’s Top 500 Technology Integrators

Hunt Valley, Maryland, June 21, 2013 – Data Networks announced today it has been recognized by UBM Channel as a part of CRN’s 2013 Solution Provider 500 list, which identifies the top technology integrators in North America based on revenue size. Formerly known as the “VAR 500”, the Solution Provider 500 (SP500) ranks the highest producing value-added resellers, integrators, and solution providers in the IT channel from hardware sales, software sales, and managed IT services.

Commenting on the significance of the list, UBM CEO Robert Faletra explains, “We aim to highlight the ‘best of the best’ among the channel community, and the Solution Provider 500 is no exception.  Now in its 18th year, this prestigious list serves as a valuable industry resource to help end users quickly identify top performers and make the most well-informed choices for their business. The companies listed have a forward-thinking approach to solutions sales. They are also highly dedicated to putting their customers’ needs first to accelerate the adoption of innovative technology and drive immediate results.”

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“We are very excited to be recognized as one of the top solution providers listed on CRN’s Solution Provider 500,” says Brad Kaplon, Director of Marketing. “Data Networks takes pride in putting our customers first by providing comprehensive technical solutions that help them achieve success in their daily operations. To again be named one of the Solution Provider 500 is an honor for Data Networks.”A sampling of the 2013 SP500 list is featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine and is featured online at www.crn.com. The complete list of 500 companies will be available in the CRN Tech News app.

About Data Networks

Data Networks is one of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier providers of IT enterprise solutions.  Over the last 30 years, we have developed unique competencies, proven procedures, and strong manufacturer relationships that ensure project effectiveness. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/data_networks, or connect with us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/data-networks.

Hunt Valley, MD May 23, 2013 – Data Networks, a leading provider of technology solutions to education, government, and mid-market businesses, announced that Leke Oluwatosin, Senior Infrastructure Engineer has achieved the status of Juniper Networks ‘Ingenious Champion’.

Juniper Champions are part of an elite community of engineers with advanced skills and expertise. The title of Juniper Networks Ingenious Champion is reserved for those few engineers who have reached the highest level of the Champion program, and are recognized by Juniper as a technical expert and advocate of Juniper solutions.

To become an Ingenious Champion, Mr. Oluwatosin completed a rigorous series of authorizations, courses and technical certifications. With seven plus years of experience working with LAN/WAN technology in the public sector, he is well-versed in Juniper firewall, switching, and wireless technologies.

“The Juniper Champion program gives partner Systems Engineers fresh encouragement and support for strengthening their networking expertise,” said Data Networks President, Patrick Regan. “Leke is an outstanding engineer and an integral member of Data Network’s Network Infrastructure, Security & Access team. I am excited by what this says about his ability to deliver superior Juniper-based solutions to our valued customers.”

About Data Networks

Data Networks has been a Juniper Elite Partner since 2005. Over the last 30 years as one of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier providers of IT enterprise solutions, we have developed unique competencies, proven procedures, and strong manufacturer relationships that ensure project effectiveness. Follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/data_networks, or connect with us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/data-networks.

Third Annual List recognizes IT Solution Providers with
deep technical expertise and premier certifications in North America

Hunt Valley, Maryland, March 14, 2013 – Data Networks announced today it has been named to CRN’s third annual list of the Tech Elite 250. Companies on the 2013 Tech Elite 250 list represent an elite group of IT Solution Providers that have invested in the training and education needed to earn the most technical certifications in the IT Channel.

In compiling the list, CRN editors worked with the UBM Channel research group and a team of outside experts to define the most customer-beneficial technical certifications in the IT channel. These technical certifications have enabled solution providers to deliver the most premium products, service and support to their North American customers.

Data Networks’ most important asset is our experienced and skilled personnel. Each of our engineers is assigned a primary area of technical focus and has in-depth training and technical certifications, as well as a wealth of technical experience in his/her area of expertise. The dedication to developing focused expertise has resulted in our engineering team members receiving awards such as the Novell Master CNE of the Year Award as well as industry notice with participation in high profile projects and memberships. Our engineers have participated in the development of benchmarks for Novell’s NetWare and eDirectory for the Center for Internet Security (CIS) as well as held a seat on the SANS GSEC Advisory Board.

“The 2013 Tech Elite 250 list recognizes an exclusive group of Solution Providers that have shown a dedication to helping customers innovate while reducing costs,” said Kelley Damore, Vice President, Editorial Director at UBM Channel. “By identifying and adapting to the skills and training needed to best serve today’s customers, members of the Tech Elite 250 have proven their commitment to delivering the products and services that today’s end-users value most.”

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“We are honored to be recognized as one of CRN’s Tech Elite 250,” says Brad Kaplon, Director of Marketing. “Data Networks has worked hard to provide technical solutions and support to all of our customers throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. To be named one of the Tech Elite is a great accomplishment for our company and all of the employees who made it happen.”

A sample of CRN’s 2013 Tech Elite 250” list is featured in the February 2013 issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.crn.com.

About Data Networks

For 30 years Data Networks has been one of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier providers of enterprise solutions with a unique focus on education, government, and mid-market business customers. This focus has allowed us to develop specific competencies, proven procedures, and strong manufacturer relationships that ensure solution effectiveness and project success.

About UBM Channel

UBM Channel is the premier provider of IT channel-focused events, media, research, consulting, and sales and marketing services. With over 30 years of experience and engagement, UBM Channel has the unmatched channel expertise to execute integrated solutions for technology executives managing partner recruitment, enablement and go-to-market strategy in order to accelerate technology sales. UBM Channel is a UBM company. To learn more about UBM Channel, visit us at www.ubmchannel.com

Hunt Valley, MD, March 13, 2013  Data Networks, a leading provider of technology solutions to education, government,and mid-market businesses, has expanded the company’s Professional Services department with the following March 2013 hires: Leke Oluwatosin, Senior Infrastructure Engineer,  Aaron Moore, Network Support & Desktop Administrator, and Robert Joseph, Network Engineer. These new hires address Data Networks’ growing need for additional implementation and support services to enhance delivery of technical solutions for its expanding customer base.

In addition to holding multiple certifications in both Juniper and Cisco, Leke Oluwatosin’s background includes Tier III network support including analysis, design, security, implementation, cabling, deployment and troubleshooting.

Assigned to the Maryland Department of Human Resources, Aaron Moore, will be responsible for provideing desktop support, network administration, installing and upgrading end user software and hardware, and technical issue troubleshooting.

As a Dell Desktop, Dell Notebook, and Hewlett Packard Certified Engineer, Robert Joseph has over 15 years of technology experience as team leader and customer support technician.

Director of Professional Services, Roy Cestero commented, “Our new engineers cover the spectrum of engineering expertise bringing extensive knowledge that will be a tremendous asset to Data Networks as we develop new solutions and continually work to improve the quality of service we deliver to our valued customers.”

About Data Networks

Data Networks is one of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier providers of IT enterprise solutions. Over the last 30 years, we have developed unique competencies, proven procedures, and strong manufacturer relationships that ensure project effectiveness. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/data_networks or connect with us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/data-networks

Hunt Valley, MD, December 21, 2012  Data Networks, a leading provider of technology solutions to education, government, and mid-market businesses, has expanded the company’s Maryland sales team with the following new hires: Kevin Dowell, Account Executive, Maryland and Amy Bateman, Account Executive, Maryland. Theses new hires address Data Networks’ growing need for expanded coverage throughout Maryland providing additional opportunity to enhance delivery of technical solutions for the company’s growing customer base.

Starting December 3, 2012, Amy Bateman joins Data Networks bringing an extensive background in Sales Management for computer giant IBM. As an Educational Instructional Specialist at IBM, Amy focused on integrating, implementing, and training technology in the classroom.

Joining Data Networks on December 21, 2012, Kevin Dowell similarly will serve the Maryland territory, having extensive experience selling a portfolio of products including managed security, hardware, software, network services and data center collocation services. With over 17 years sales experience, Kevin has worked for such employers as Windstream, Net2000 Communications, Arch Wireless and Blockbuster Video.

Director of Sales, Lisa Fitzgerald commented, “Our new Account Executives bring extensive experience in technology sales combined with knowledge of the Maryland territory they will be representing. Our sales team act as a ‘trusted advisor’ on technology related issues to help our customers get the solutions they need to help save money and be more efficient.”

About Data Networks

Data Networks is one of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier providers of IT enterprise solutions. Over the last 30 years, we have developed unique competencies, proven procedures, and strong manufacturer relationships that ensure project effectiveness. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/data_networks or connect with us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/data-networks

Hunt Valley, MD, December 15, 2012  Data Networks, a leading provider of technology solutions to education, government, and mid-market businesses, announced that Dwayne MacKenzie, Systems Consultant, is one of eleven engineers nationally chosen as a ‘Juniper Partners Technical Master.’

The Juniper Partners Technical Master Program is awarded to an engineer who has completed over 52 credit hours on product specific training–including: Solutions, Branch & Campus Networking, and Data Center Networking. Juniper solutions help organizations meet their high performance network goals with new levels of security, availability, performance, and operational simplicity. Data Networks has been an Juniper Elite Partner since 2005.

Dwayne MacKenzie commented, “I completed these extra hours of training to more effectively specify and design Juniper based solutions that will help our  customers improve performance, save money, and more easily manage their networks.”

About Data Networks

Data Networks is one of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier providers of IT enterprise solutions. Over the last 30 years, we have developed unique competencies, proven procedures, and strong manufacturer relationships that ensure project effectiveness. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/data_networks or connect with us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/data-networks

Hunt Valley, MD, December 10, 2012  Data Networks, a leading provider of technology solutions to education, government, mid-market businesses, has expanded the company’s Professional Services department with the following December 2012 hires: Anthony Ramer, Senior Storage Engineer and Gerard Woodrum, Hardware Repair Technician. These new hires address Data Networks’ growing need for additional implementation and support services to enhance delivery of technical solutions for its’ expanding customer base.

Specializing in design, implementation and integration of large scale storage solutions, Anthony Ramer joined Data Networks on December 10, 2012 as a Senior Storage Engineer.

Gerard Woodrum, joined Data Networks on December 11, 2012 as a Hardware Repair Technician. As a Dell Certified Systems Expert, Gerard brings his ability to administer, install and troubleshoot all technical issues to Data Networks Engineering Team.

Director of Professional Services, Roy Cestero commented, “Our new engineers cover the spectrum of engineering expertise bringing extensive knowledge that will be a tremendous asset to Data Networks as we develop new solutions and continually work to improve the quality of service we deliver to our valued customers.”

About Data Networks

Data Networks is one of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier providers of IT enterprise solutions. Over the last 30 years, we have developed unique competencies, proven procedures, and strong manufacturer relationships that ensure project effectiveness. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/data_networks or connect with us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/data-networks

Hunt Valley, MD, March 21, 2012 – Data Networks of America is proud to announce our new status as an Integration Partner for ENGL products. This designation means that Data Networks is approved by ENGL to install and configure ENGL’s Imaging Toolkit, an automated Windows deployment solution optimized for Novell ZENworks Configuration Management.

We are pleased to elevate our ENGL partnership level to Integration Partner. The Imaging Toolkit provides a fully automated Windows deployment process that controls and monitors driver installation, computer naming, ZENworks Agent Installation, ZENworks and Active Directory registration, application installation and customization. This provides flexibility and cost-savings associated with Windows deployment for our customers. Keep reading for more about ENGL Imaging Toolkit.

Laurence Pitt, Novell Director of Product Management, comments, “Using ZENworks to automate policy based management and application delivery, then integrating ENGL Imaging Toolkit to create, manage, update and deploy images has been shown to save time whilst reducing risk, maintaining service levels and increasing efficiency.”

About Data Networks

Data Networks is an authorized ENGL Reseller and Integration Partner, Novell Platinum Partner, and Microsoft Gold Partner. Our certified Server, Storage & Backup team has the knowledge and expertise to help you meet the challenges of deploying Windows with ENGL and Novell ZENworks. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/data_networks or connect with us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/data-networks

SECOND ANNUAL LIST RECOGNIZES IT SOLUTIONS PROVIDERS WITH DEEP
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE AND PREMIER CERTIFICATIONS IN NORTH AMERICA

Hunt Valley, Maryland, February 23, 2012 – Data Networks announced today it has been named to CRN’s second annual list of the Tech Elite 250. Companies on the 2012 Tech Elite 250 list represent an elite group of IT Solution Providers that have invested in the training and education needed to earn the most technical certifications in the IT Channel.

In compiling the list, CRN editors worked with the UBM Channel research group and a team of outside experts to define the most customer-beneficial technical certifications in the IT channel.  These technical certifications have enabled solution providers to deliver the most premium products, service and support to their North American customers.

Data Network’s most important asset is our experienced and skilled personnel. Each of our engineers is assigned a primary area of technical focus and has in-depth training and technical certifications, as well as a wealth of technical experience in his area of expertise.  The dedication to developing focused expertise has resulted in our engineering team members receiving awards such as the Novell Master CNE of the Year Award as well as industry notice with participation in high profile projects and memberships. Our engineers have participated in the development of benchmarks for Novell’s NetWare and eDirectory for the Center for Internet Security (CIS) as well as held a seat on the SANS GSEC Advisory Board.

“The 2012 Tech Elite 250 list recognizes an exclusive group of Solution Providers that have shown a dedication to helping customers innovate while reducing costs,” said Kelley Damore, Vice President, Editorial Director at UBM Channel.  “By identifying and adapting to the skills and training needed to best serve today’s customers, members of the Tech Elite 250 have proven their commitment to delivering the products and services that today’s end-users value most.”

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“We are honored to be recognized as one of CRN’s Tech Elite 250,” says Brad Kaplon, Director of Marketing. “Data Networks has worked hard to provide technical solutions and support to all of our customers throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. To be named one of the Tech Elite is a great accomplishment for our company and all of the employees who make it happen.”

A sample of CRN’s 2012 “Tech Elite 250” list is featured in the February issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.crn.com.

About Data Networks

For 28 years Data Networks has been one of the Mid-Atlantic premier providers of enterprise solutions to education, government, and mid-market businesses. This focus has allowed us to develop unique competencies, proven procedures, and strong manufacturer relationships that ensure project effectiveness. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/data_networks or connect with us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/data-networks

About UBM Channel

UBM Channel is the premier provider of IT channel-focused events, media, research, consulting, and sales and marketing services. With over 30 years of experience and engagement, UBM Channel has the unmatched channel expertise to execute integrated solutions for technology executives managing partner recruitment, enablement and go-to-market strategy in order to accelerate technology sales. UBM Channel is a UBM company. To learn more about UBM Channel, visit us at www.ubmchannel.com