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Columbia Information Technology Council Announces First Sponsor for Palmetto Pillar Awards

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Contacts:
Mike Lee
Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce
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Cheryl Seminara
LogicSouth
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Rita Shoor
Shoor & Company
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Columbia Information Technology Council Announces First Sponsor for Palmetto
Pillar Awards

Nexsen Pruet Jacobs & Pollard Boosts Inaugural Event

COLUMBIA, S.C. – December 18, 2001 – The Columbia Information Technology
Council (ITC) today announced that Nexsen Pruet Jacobs & Pollard is the premier
event sponsor for the Greater Columbia ITC Palmetto Pillar Awards gala,
scheduled for Feb. 7. The law firm is contributing additional support of the
ITC as the sponsor of the Technology Development Award.

"Our firm has strongly supported Columbia's business community in the past, and
we will continue to do so as Columbia increases its number of high-tech
companies," said Michael Mann, intellectual property attorney with Nexsen
Pruet. "We also advocate the mission of the ITC and what it represents for this
area – making the Midlands a more attractive location for new and growing
businesses in search of a nurturing environment. For this reason, sponsorship
of this inaugural event is important to us."

"Having a firm of the caliber of Nexsen Pruet come onboard first is truly
exciting for the ITC," said Walter Perkins, chairman of the ITC Recognition
Committee and general manager of Adelphia Business Solutions. "Not only does
this demonstrate their support of our efforts, but it also shows their
commitment to the future of Columbia's high-tech community."

The ITC continues to accept nominations and sponsorships for the February
event, which will be the first of its kind in Columbia to recognize the efforts
of individuals and organizations creating new technologies or using them in
innovative ways. Nexsen Pruet claims the first of three available event
sponsorships. Only four award sponsorships remain. The Technology Development
Award will specifically recognize a company or organization for the development
of a new or improved technology-based product, process or service that may be
utilized for internal purposes or commercial use. Nominations, which must be
submitted by December 31, can be made on the web. Additional information is
provided at www.itc.columbiachamber.com.

"With the support of companies like Nexsen Pruet, the Greater Columbia ITC
Palmetto Pillar Awards will be able to showcase some of Columbia's best
technology products, services and talent," said ITC Chairman Cheryl Seminara.

Nexsen Pruet is a large general practice firm founded in 1945, with offices in
Columbia, Charleston, Greenville, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach, S.C., and in
Charlotte, N.C. The firm provides a broad range of legal services to the
business community and represents companies in local, state, national and
international venues. For additional information, visit www.NPJP.com.

About the ITC
The Columbia Information Technology Council is an assemblage of technology
leaders promoting Columbia as a desirable location for IT companies. Drawing
upon their combined knowledge and experience, the ITC identifies, cultivates
and promotes those characteristics and facilities that IT businesses require
for efficient and successful operations. Members endeavor to help develop a
well-educated and dynamic workforce, provide guidance based on their
professional expertise, and advance the amenities offered by the Greater
Columbia Area. Additional information can be found on the Web at
www.itc.columbiachamber.com.

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