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Friends of the Corridor
Charleston, SC, US
March.22.2005
NEWS & NOTES
Guess it's true what they say about time flying when you are having fun. The
Talent Portal is filling up with career seekers from Charleston and across the
country, recently relocated professionals are using the "Touchdown Space," the
" Corridor Fund" is being gradually capitalized and Kimberly and I, along with
some energetic civic-minded entrepreneurs, are busy working on new and exciting
initiatives for Charleston's growing knowledge-based community. We draw our
strength from the constructive feedback and support from Charleston's growing
knowledge-based community and for this we are very grateful.
TALENT PORTAL
The Charleston Digital Corridor Talent Portal is fully operational. This online job listing and skills bank repository
supports Charleston's rapidly-growing, knowledge-based work sector. This tool,
developed with Digital Corridor web partner, Sans Locus, is designed for member
companies searching for talent (actively and passively), individuals desiring
tech-related work opportunities in the Charleston region and connecting to the
emerging talent pool through internship opportunities at South Carolina
Universities.

Post your profile/resume at www.charlestondigitalcorridor.com/portal/overview.
Employers may post job opportunities by contacting Kimberly Demetriades or call
843.579.7659.

If you are interested in utilizing the Talent Portal to connect talent with job
opportunities in your community/organization or to evaluate your talent
landscape, please contact our web partner, Sans Locus for details.
"Fridays @ the Corridor"
Held between 9 - 10am on the third Friday of every month, ''Friday's @ the
Corridor'' events seek to engage individuals and organizations that are playing
an important role in shaping Charleston's growing knowledge-based economy. The
attendee list changes monthly depending on the topic.

Please contact Kimberly Demetriades or call 843.579.7659 with your suggestions
for future "Friday's @ the Corridor" events.
CORRIDOR WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS
The Charleston Digital Corridor is celebrating the addition of six Digital
Corridor companies – BridgeSpan Technologies, Knowledge Continuity Center, NIIT
Technologies, Inc., PTG Technology Systems, Slant Media and WideSpread Access.
These companies represent start-ups, relocating companies, new divisions of
existing companies and the expansion of an International company that is
serving Charleston's existing knowledge-based industry.

BridgeSpan Technologies is a provider of communication systems that include
Cisco voice, data networking and carrier services. Their customer focus
includes Professional Services, Financial, Healthcare, and Light Manufacturing.
Launched in 2004, BridgeSpan Technologies is a subsidiary of a
well-established, successful company with extraordinary business communications
experience and offers a complete range of technologies, including IP voice
communications, security, wireless and core data networking.

Having recently relocated from Seattle, WA, the Knowledge Continuity Center is
a nationally recognized consulting firm focused on helping organizations
retain, expand and leverage their institutional knowledge. Founded in 2000, KCC
is one of the first to identify and research knowledge continuity as a function
required to successfully manage companies in the "new economy."

NIIT Technologies, Inc is a global IT and Business Process Management Services
provider, with a footprint that spans 14 countries across the world. It has
been working with global corporations in the USA, Europe, Japan, Asia Pacific
and India since 1981. NIIT Technologies focuses on well-defined industry
verticals of Finance, Transport, Retail and Manufacturing for its IT Solutions
business.

Offering affordable and reliable Information Technology (IT) support for both
individuals and small to mid-sized businesses, PTG Technology Systems assists
clients who do not require a full-time IT staff and rely on external resources
for their IT needs. Since 2002, meeting their clients' daily needs is the
driving force behind PTG Technology Systems.

Slant Media is a national award winning digital media design house established
in 2004. Slant's mission is to help all entities, both personal and
professional, to create an impressive and successful image in almost any form
including, high impact multi media presentations, website design and
development and nearly any print collateral imaginable.

Started in 2004, WideSpread Access provides 100% wireless networks, no longer
requiring you to stay tethered to your home or office to be connected. With
Hi-speed, always-on Internet service, WideSpread offers the fastest, most
secure mobile network available.

We are also pleased to introduce you to six companies operating in the
Charleston Region that are Auxiliary Members of the Charleston Digital
Corridor:
DD Labs, an International IT development firm, provides expertise in all areas
of software development, maintenance and consulting.
eGroup architects high performance networking and computing platforms, and
delivers industry-proven systems engineering and application development
expertise.
iPartners helps the Property & Casualty Industry effectively organize the
information needed to improve bottom-line results and drive organizational
effectiveness.
KPS Government Contracting, a division of Charles Foster Company, has responded
to the evolving professional service requirements of companies throughout the
nation by providing clients with specialized managers who have solid commercial
and government industry backgrounds.
Multiverse Media Duplication is a start-up company, offering professional CD &
DVD duplication to the Charleston area.
OpenVision, an interactive technology and marketing firm, focuses on Search
Engine Optimization, Website Design, Business Branding, Custom Programming,
Interactive Marketing, Video Production, Hosting, and Consultation.
PARTNERS
Recognizing the power of convening and engaging relevant organizations and the
highly motivated individuals within them, the Digital Corridor is pleased to
partner with two organizations that are driving Charleston's innovation economy
- The Association of Technology Professionals (AITP) and The Charleston Defense
Contractors Association (CDCA).

The Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) offers
opportunities for Information Technology leadership and education through
partnerships with industry, government and academia. AITP provides quality IT
related education, information on relevant IT issues and forums for networking
with experienced peers and other IT professionals for nearly 9,000 members.
This past November, the Charleston Digital Corridor and AITP collaborated to
host the First Annual Networking Bash. Held at the Charleston Maritime Center,
this event drew over 150 Entrepreneurs, IT professionals, and other
professionals interested in engaging with Charleston's growing knowledge-based
landscape.

The Charleston Defense Contractors Association (CDCA) consists of approximately
50 regional, national and international organizations whose mission is to
advocate, preserve and protect the real, capital and economic interests of the
companies and clients of the defense industry in the Charleston metropolitan
area and surrounding regions. As a sponsor of the Corridor's Talent Portal, the
CDCA understands and supports the Digital Corridor's effort to accelerate the
development of qualified human capital and connect it with Charleston's growing
high-wage professional and technical opportunities in Charleston.
INTERNSHIPS
With an eye towards developing ''up and coming'' talent for their industry, the
Charleston Defense Contractors Association has created a summer internship
program to place talented students with premier defense related companies in
the Charleston area that service the federal government. If you are interested
or know of talented students who could benefit from this valuable experience,
please visit the internship opportunities posted in the Digital Corridor's
Talent Portal or contact Michael Resler.

The School of Business and Economics at the College of Charleston has
established an internship program to enhance the academic component by
providing professional work experiences for students. Areas of concentration
include Accounting, Finance, Global Logistics and Transportation, International
Business, Management, and Marketing. If you are interested in hosting an intern
in your company, please contact the College's Career Services Coordinator, Leah
Hughes.
Regional Events

InnoVenture's 2005 Conference - April 6, 2005
Palmetto Expo Center, Greenville, SC

InnoVenture's 2005 Conference will be held April 6th, 2005 at the Palmetto Expo
Center in Greenville, SC. This annual venture capital conference provides a
forum for entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and industry experts to support
the growth of high-impact companies in the ӪSoutheastern Innovation Corridor.
This year's focus is on the following industries:
Automotive and Transportation
Fuel Cells and Next Energy
Advanced Materials and Nanotechnologies
Information and Communications Technologies

Thinktec 2005 Annual Innovation Summit - April 28 & 29, 2005
Charleston Area Convention Center, Charleston, SC

Thinktec will host business leaders, technology experts, entrepreneurs,
researchers, economic developers and venture capitalists during this two-day
summit. Along with hands-on product displays, networking events and targeted
breakout sessions, this summit will include information on, but not limited to,
exciting new technologies, nanotechnology, venture capital criteria and future
technology trends.

Palmetto Biotechnology Alliance – The Right Conference - April 17 & 18, 2005
The Westin Resort, Hilton Head, SC

The Palmetto Biotechnology Alliance Conference brings together organizations
and individuals that have a desire to grow the life-sciences industry in South
Carolina. Opportunities for growth include bringing new companies into the
state, promoting the companies that are currently developing and marketing
life-science technology, increasing business relationships for service
providers, and escalating research and development - the foundation for future
business.
THANK YOU
Finally, thank you for your continued support of the Charleston Digital
Corridor. All of our success is possible because of the terrific civic
engagement and collaboration the Charleston Digital Corridor has received from
you. Continued success to all of you!
Sincerely,
Ernest G. Andrade Director
Charleston Digital Corridor
392 A Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29403
www.charlestondigitalcorridor.com
v 843.724.3773 f 843.720.3835