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Atlanta Business Chronicle Names LAN Systems #1 in Atlanta’s Best Places to Work

October 16, 2016 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

LAN Systems, a leading Managed IT Service Provider, was named as #1 in Atlanta’s 2016 Best Places to Work by the Atlanta Business Chronicle.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), October 14th, 2016 — LAN Systems, a leading Managed IT Service Provider, was named as #1 in Atlanta’s 2016 Best Places to Work by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. The Best Places to Work 2016 awards were announced at this morning’s event, where the 100 top companies in Metro Atlanta were recognized.

“This is our dream come true,” said Mary Hester, CEO. “There is no greater honor than to be recognized by the LAN Systems team as the Best Place to Work. They are an exceptional group and I am so proud of them. We are all walking on air!”

Each year, the Atlanta Business Chronicle, along with Quantum Workplace surveys the metro area’s employers to find those companies that have discovered how to become one of Atlanta’s Best Places To Work. Employees at the nominated companies were asked to complete surveys, which determined the company’s rank. The 2016 nominees were recognized at an event held at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta.

Quantum ranked the top 100 employers in four categories: the top 10 among extra large employers (500 employees and up), the top 20 among large employers (100 to 499 employees), the top 20 among medium employers (50 to 99 employees) and the top 50 among small employers (10 to 49 employees). Only employers with at least 10 employees could participate.

According to Quantum Workplace, top-performing organizations know that employee engagement drives business outcomes. Engaged employees are more productive, more profitable, more customer-focused, and more likely to stay. What drives engagement? According to Quantum the top drivers are:

1. The leaders of this organization are committed to making it a great place to work.
2. I trust the leaders of this organization to set the right course.
3. I believe this organization will be successful in the future.
4. The leaders of the organization value people as their most important resource.
5. I see professional growth and career development opportunities for myself in this organization.

For the full Atlanta Business Chronicle article on the 2016 Best Places to Work, go to: http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2016/09/08/who-won-atlantas-2016-best-places-to-work-awards.html

About Atlanta Business Chronicle:
Atlanta Business Chronicle provides the latest breaking business news, updated throughout the day, through their online subscription and provides the week’s biggest news in their print subscription. You can also sign up to receive any of their e-mail products including daily business news updates, latest news of 17 industries, dozens of popular topics from around the nation and the latest networking and marketing alerts. For more information, visit: http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/

About LAN Systems:
LAN Systems is a leading Atlanta Computer Support company that provides people-focused IT solutions. As technology experts, LAN Systems helps companies make the most of their existing IT investment and choose the right solutions to fuel growth. LAN Systems is a leading provider of IT Solutions for growing businesses in the Metro Atlanta. For more information, visit: http://www.lansystems.com

Press & Media Contact:
Lauren VanBuskirk
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
LAN Systems
4711 Peachtree Industrial Blvd
Berkeley Lake, GA 30092 – USA
+1 770-662-0312
lauren@lansystems.com
http://www.lansystems.com

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LAN Systems Partners with Cambridge Sound Management

March 26, 2015 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

LAN Systems has partnered with Cambridge Sound Management to offer the latest technology in sound masking.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), March 26th, 2015 — LAN Systems has partnered with Cambridge Sound Management to offer the latest technology in sound masking. The patented Cambridge system is a leader is sound masking technology for speech privacy and workforce productivity solutions.

The system provides sound masking for open office spaces, private offices and public spaces where speech privacy or speech confidentiality is desired or required and in any workspace to reduce distractions and improve productivity. Speech privacy or speech confidentiality is desired or required and in any workspace to reduce distractions and improve productivity.

“Cambridge Sound Management is the gold standard for sound management,” said Hester. “We are delighted to partner with them to offer this great technology for the modern workplace.”

The Cambridge sound masking system can help organizations achieve LEED Certification. The Indoor Environmental Quality category – to increase daylight and outdoor views – requires organizations to use lower partitions between work stations, large windows and more open floor plans. These design requirements can create a decline in the acoustic quality of the workspace, increasing distractions and reducing productivity. Additionally, the Cambridge system is the most energy efficient sound masking system available today, using less than 10% of the power of any other system.

Traditional sound masking systems, created in the early 1950s, use speakers the size of paint cans and require significant post-installation commissioning. Still on the market, these outdated systems were not designed for today’s modern facilities. Cambridge was founded in 1999 in Cambridge, Massachusetts by an MIT PhD with a distinguished heritage in the field of acoustics and audio engineering. Developing proprietary technology based on research and development in acoustics, science, architecture, and facility design, Cambridge Sound Management launched its first commercial sound masking solution in 2001 and continues to pioneer the next generation of sound masking solutions.

Read more about sound masking here – http://lansystems.com/business-strategies/sound-masking-basics

About Cambridge Sound Management:
Cambridge Sound Management, Inc. manufactures QtPro sound masking systems to help organizations across multiple industries protect speech privacy, reduce noise distractions, and fuel workplace productivity. Powered by direct-field Quiet Technology, QtPro works by emitting a uniform, barely perceptible background sound at the frequencies of human speech. Cost effective and easy to install, QtPro is deployed in hundreds of millions of square feet of space throughout the world including commercial organizations, healthcare facilities, financial services, government agencies, and educational institutions.

Press & Media Contact:
Lauren VanBuskirk
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
LAN Systems
4711 Peachtree Industrial Blvd
Berkeley Lake, GA 30092 – USA
770-662-0312
lauren@lansystems.com
http://www.lansystems.com

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LAN Systems CEO Honored in 7th Annual MSPmentor 250

March 26, 2015 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

Mary Hester, CEO of LAN Systems, was selected for the seventh annual MSPmentor 250 by Penton Technology Group.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), March 26th, 2015 — Mary Hester, CEO of LAN Systems, was selected for the seventh annual MSPmentor 250 by Penton Technology Group. The global list identifies the world’s leading Managed Services Provider (MSP) executives, entrepreneurs, experts, coaches and community leaders. You can see the entire list at: http://mspmentor.net/mspmentor-250/2014

“I am so excited to be included in the MSPmentor 250,” said Hester. “It is a great honor to be named to such a prestigious list of colleagues.”

The seventh annual MSPmentor 250 recognizes MSP executives and experts from across the globe. In addition, MSPmentor has created a Hall of Fame list (formerly Locked in the NOC) to recognize individuals who have made a lifetime impact in the market. (http://www.mspmentor.net/top250/noc).

“We congratulate Mary Hester on this distinguished honor and thank our readership community for submitting the nomination,” said Jessica Davis, Executive Editor of MSPmentor, a division of Penton.

The MSPmentor 250 report is based on a global survey of MSPmentor site readers conducted in the first half of 2014. The MSPmentor editorial staff, led by Davis, also weighed in with nominations, based on the team’s daily coverage of the managed services market. The resulting MSPmentor 250 and Hall of Fame (formerly Locked in the NOC) coverage represents MSP experts across business, technology, sales, marketing, community development, coaching and more.

About MSPmentor:
MSPmentor is part of the Penton Technology Group, a division of Penton that defines emerging IT media markets and disrupts established IT media markets. The company’s IT channel-centric online communities include MSPmentor (www.MSPmentor.net), The VAR Guy (www.TheVARguy.com) and Talkin’ Cloud (www.TalkinCloud.com).

Penton Vision Statement:
For millions of business owners and decision-makers, Penton makes the difference every day. We engage our professional users by providing actionable ideas and insights, data and workflow tools, community and networking, both in person and virtually, all with deep relevance to their specific industries. We then activate this engagement by connecting users with tens of thousands of targeted providers of products and services to help drive business growth.

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LAN Systems CEO to Serve on GCHHS Board

January 12, 2015 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

LAN Systems is pleased to announce that CEO Mary Hester will serve on the Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services Board of Directors.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), January 09, 2015 — LAN Systems, an Atlanta leader in Business IT Support, is pleased to announce that CEO Mary Hester will serve on the Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services Board of Directors.

Since 1989, the Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services has been serving Gwinnett County by providing collaborative community planning, applied research, community education, membership diversity, consensus building, advocacy, and innovation.

“The Coalition has been a successful public/private partnership for 25 years serving the needs of our diverse community,” said CEO Mary Hester. “It brings together leaders to address the specific needs of our community in ways that have the maximum impact. I am honored to serve.”

The Board of Directors of the Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services consists of 56 members representing both public and private providers, educational institutions, business leaders, religious organizations, citizen groups, residents and youth.

Designated by the County Board of Commissioners as the entity responsible for planning services for children and families in Gwinnett County, the Coalition has implemented three 5-Year Strategic Plans that have addressed the short-term and long-term priorities for service systems throughout the County. The leadership the Coalition has shown to the community over the past ten years has helped to establish a broad system of services including an automated information and referral system for providers and its centralized Gwinnett Helpline; maintenance of six major councils and multiple committees to support the ongoing planning process made up of over 300 participants; and the Leadership Institute, a program to train grassroots leaders how to take an active role within their communities; and the Gwinnett Great Days of Service- the largest volunteer event in the Country.

About the Gwinnett Coalition of Health and Human Services:
The Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services is public/private partnership whose mission is to facilitate collaboration that improves the well-being of the community. It does so through collaborative community planning, applied research, community education, membership, diversity, consensus building, advocacy, and innovation. Our Vision is to be a united community of healthy, drug-free, self-sufficient individuals and families which honors diversity and supports all members’ success in learning work and life. For more information, visit: http://gwinnettcoalition.org

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LAN Systems Selected as Microsoft 2014 SMB Champion

January 12, 2015 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

LAN Systems has been selected by Microsoft Corporation as a SMB Champion for 2014. This designation identifies LAN Systems as one of the top Microsoft Value Added Resellers (VAR) for the SMB market in the United States.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), January 09, 2015 — LAN Systems, an Atlanta leader in Business IT Support, has been selected by Microsoft Corporation as a SMB Champion for 2014. This designation identifies LAN Systems as one of the top Microsoft Value Added Resellers (VAR) for the SMB market in the United States.

“As a Microsoft Partner with Gold and Silver Competencies, it is essential that we participate in the channel through strategic programs,” said Mary Hester, LAN Systems CEO. “We are honored to be named a Tier 2 SMB Champion for 2014. We have a strong relationship with Microsoft and look forward to the increased value that we will can continue to offer our clients through this program.”

The SMB Champion program recognize Microsoft business partners who are in the top-tier in selling and delivering Microsoft technology to the SMB marketplace and have committed to advancing their cloud business. This is a highly sought-after designation and only a small number of partners are able to obtain this level of outstanding performance. The program offers special benefits and incentives to Microsoft partners enabling them to engage more effectively with the market.

As a leader in technology solutions and support, LAN Systems has proven expertise with Microsoft technologies. People-ready solutions and a people-focused approach are at the foundation of LAN Systems dedication to service excellence.

About Microsoft:
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

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Best Places to Work LAN Systems Named #3

December 6, 2014 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

No. 3 Small employer in Atlanta is LAN Systems, a leader in Business IT Support, in the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), December 05, 2014 — No. 3 Small employer in Atlanta is LAN Systems, a leader in Business IT Support, in the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s.

Every two weeks, LAN Systems CEO Mary Hester hands out payroll checks to her employees, even though almost everybody has direct deposit. The reason? It’s a chance to say, “Thank you,” she said.

Prior to this year, Hester had considered entering Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Best Places To Work contest, but hadn’t pulled the trigger. This year she did, and doing so paid off: LAN Systems finished third in the small employer category.

LAN Systems provides information technology services for small to midsized businesses, and helps them choose the best services to fuel growth — including setting up cloud-based systems for companies that don’t have an IT team. “We want to help small businesses be competitive and IT is their competitive advantage,” said Hester, who bought LAN Systems in 2008. “You can’t grow a company today without some serious IT and without knowing how to use it.”

With an MBA and a background in electrical engineering, Hester’s initial hiring plan was more akin to how she’d staff an engineering firm: have a recruiting firm identify candidates, senior management interview them and then, ultimately, they’d meet with Hester. “It didn’t work,” she said. So she flipped the system. Now candidates interview with her first. “The majority of the people in the company are team players. They believe that for them to do better, you need to do better,” Hester said. “It’s why I believe we’re on this list. We hire smart, bright people and point them in the right direction.

Hester encourages employees to try new things. “It’s OK if it’s not perfect. Some people think that if they try and they make a mistake they’ll be chastised for their mistakes,” she said. She’d rather them try and, if it doesn’t work out, learn from mistakes. “I like them to think, think, think and to look at things. It gives them a chance to make a difference and to use their intelligence,” she said.

“I sincerely have nothing derogatory to say about my company as I have great affection for it,” said one of LAN Systems’ 15 employees in a survey taken as part of the Best Places To Work program. “Don’t take my word for it, go and meet with the people at LAN Systems, Mary the owner, Terry, Lauren or Joe or Aitor — any one of them will do. I think you will see why I enjoy working there so much and why so many of our customers trust us to help them with their vital IT infrastructure.”

About LAN Systems:
LAN Systems is a leading Atlanta IT Support company that provides people-focused IT solutions. As technology experts, LAN Systems helps companies make the most of their existing IT investment and choose the right solutions to fuel growth. LAN Systems is a leading provider of IT Solutions for growing businesses in the Metro Atlanta. For more information, visit: www.lansystems.com

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LAN Systems CEO Among Finalists for WIT Women of the Year

November 30, 2014 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

Mary Hester, LAN Systems CEO a leading Atlanta Business IT Support provider, was selected as one of the top three nominees in the Small/Emerging Organization category.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), November 29th, 2014 — Women in Technology (WIT) yesterday announced the nine finalists for its 2014 WIT Women of the Year in Technology Awards. Mary Hester, LAN Systems CEO a leading Atlanta Business IT Support provider, was selected as one of the top three nominees in the Small/Emerging Organization category.

WIT Women of the Year 2014Mary Hester is the CEO of LAN Systems which provides IT solutions in the Greater Metro Atlanta Area. LAN Systems is dedicated to providing business technology that makes businesses more competitive and solutions that work for people. Mary brings extensive experience managing a support and service group renowned for its “Best in the Industry” rating and standards. She is an expert in customer loyalty and retention. She has designed and delivered numerous training courses and workshops on a variety of topics. Mary is an Electrical Engineer that believes her greatest strength is her ability to connect with people and understand their unique technology needs. Mary has worked for many years with utilities on security and other topics. She is active in the industry and serves on several technology boards and committees. Mary has an MBA from UGA and LAN Systems was named to the Bulldog 100 Class of 2013: Fastest Growing Bulldog Businesses.

Each year, WIT recognizes the accomplishments of Georgia’s top women leaders in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and the impact they’ve made in their communities. Only three finalists from each category, representing Small/Emerging, Medium/Mid-Size and Large/Enterprise businesses, are selected.

“This is such an incredible honor,” said Mary Hester, CEO. “Being named as a finalist among such a group of accomplished women is quite fabulous and overwhelming.”

The winners of each category will be announced at the Women of the Year in Technology Awards gala and dinner on Thursday, November 13, 2014, at the Georgia Aquarium.

Presented by Infor, the WIT Women of the Year in Technology Awards is also sponsored by a host of other companies. For more information about sponsorship opportunities, visit http://www.mywit.org/signature-events/wit-s-women-of-the-year-in-technology-presented-by-infor/sponsors.

For more information about the awards, visit www.mywit.org/WOTY.

About the Women of the Year in Technology Awards:
Since 2000, Women in Technology has celebrated female technology executives for their accomplishments as leaders in business, visionaries of technology and women who make a difference in their communities. Qualifying nominees hold business or STEM leadership roles within a technology organization in Georgia or they maintain STEM leadership positions within a non-technology organization. Winners are selected in three categories: Large/Enterprise business (companies with more than 2,500 employees); Medium/Mid-Size business (companies with 251 to 2,500 employees); and Small/Emerging business (companies with 250 employees or less).

About Women in Technology:
With a vision of making Georgia the state with the highest percentage of women in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) workforce by the year 2020, Women in Technology (WIT), an Atlanta-based organization, passionately supports women at every stage of their STEM careers – from the classroom to the boardroom. The organization enables women to build strong networks, develop leadership skills and advance their careers. Through the WIT Foundation, the organization educates and encourages girls and young women to pursue STEM careers with programs like Girls Get IT and WIT on Campus. Reaching more than 1,000 professionals annually through its programs and with 100+ volunteers, WIT has become the largest, most active organization of its kind in the region.

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LAN Systems Cuts Ribbon on New Location

May 27, 2014 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

LAN Systems cut the ribbon on its new location at 4711 Peachtree Industrial Blvd in Berkeley Lake, Georgia.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), May 26, 2014 — LAN Systems, a leading Atlanta Managed Service firm, cut the ribbon on its new location at 4711 Peachtree Industrial Blvd in Berkeley Lake, Georgia.

The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, friends and family joined with LAN Systems to celebrate the opening of the new office.

The event was held in conjunction with our annual Earth Day event and Green IT recycling. This year in addition to serving up hotdogs and brats on the grill, Naja Elieva amazed us with palm readings and technology fortunes! Proceeds from recycled equipment this year will be donated to Hosea Feed the Hungry. Read more about their mission.

About the North Fulton Chamber of Commerce:
The mission of the North Fulton Chamber is to be the catalyst for economic development, business growth, and quality of life in North Fulton. The GNFCC promotes the interests of our members by assuming a leadership role in making North Fulton an excellent place to work, live, play and stay. We provide one voice for all local businesses to influence decision makers, recommend legislation, and protect the valuable resources that make North Fulton a popular place to live. To learn more, visit: www.gnfcc.com

Press & Media Contact:
Lauren VanBuskirk
VP of Sales and Marketing
LAN Systems
3079 Crossing Park
Norcross, GA 30071 – USA
770-662-0312
lauren@lansystems.com
http://www.lansystems.com

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LAN Systems Sponsors SPSU Etiquette Dinner

May 27, 2014 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

LAN Systems was a proud platinum sponsor of the Southern Polytechnic State University’s (SPSU) Annual Business Etiquette Dinner held on the SPSU campus in Marietta, Georgia.

Berkeley Lake, GA (USA), May 26, 2014 — LAN Systems, a leading Atlanta Managed Service firm, was a proud platinum sponsor of the Southern Polytechnic State University’s (SPSU) Annual Business Etiquette Dinner held on the SPSU campus in Marietta, Georgia.

“This is a fantastic and fun event for all,” said CEO Mary Hester. “The etiquette dinner is one of my favorite events. I always learn something new.”

The etiquette dinner is hosted each year by the SPSU Career and Counseling Center, and local businesses contribute to make this event possible for the students. Each sponsor sends one representative to have dinner with the students and talk to them about their goals and career interests. The Career and Counseling Center holds various events throughout the year, to help support the SPSU student’s transition into the workplace.

Over 80 students attended this year’s Business Etiquette Dinner, and were eager to learn etiquette tips for interviews and business dinners. The evening included a ‘Mix and Mingle’ session, where students were able to practice ‘networking’ with fellow students, as well as the sponsors. Jackie G. Isaacson instructed the students and sponsors on proper dining etiquette. Dinner was provided and served by the SPSU’s Food Service Staff. During dinner, the students had a chance to ask questions and practice what they learned with the sponsors and Career and Counseling Center Staff.

About Southern Polytechnic State University:
Southern Polytechnic State University is a residential, co-educational member of the very progressive University System of Georgia. Located on 203 acres of naturally wooded landscape in the historic and vibrant city of Marietta, the campus is located just 20 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Approximately 5,500 students attend the University, including student representation from 36 states and 64 countries.

Since their founding in 1948, the university has earned an exceptional academic reputation. But it’s more than just their programs of study that make SPSU a great place to live and learn — it’s the bright students, the dedicated and experienced faculty, and our hands-on approach to education.

To learn more, visit: http://www.spsu.edu

Press & Media Contact:
Lauren VanBuskirk
VP of Sales and Marketing
LAN Systems
3079 Crossing Park
Norcross, GA 30071 – USA
770-662-0312
lauren@lansystems.com
http://www.lansystems.com

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LAN Systems VP Named to the Leadership North Fulton Class of 2014

February 15, 2014 flashnewsrelease Leave a comment

LAN Systems announced that VP of Sales and Marketing, Lauren VanBuskirk, was named to the Leadership North Fulton Class of 2014.

Norcross, GA (USA), February 14, 2014 — Today, LAN Systems, a leading IT Support Company, announced that VP of Sales and Marketing, Lauren VanBuskirk, was named to the Leadership North Fulton Class of 2014.

Leadership North Fulton identifies and develops leaders by promoting community awareness, instilling civic responsibility and building relationships. This leadership program selects individuals from various backgrounds and provides an environment that develops their leadership skills.

“It is an honor to be selected for the Class of 2014,” said Lauren. “I look forward to getting to know other business leaders in North Fulton and becoming more involved with the community.”

Lauren graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a BA degree in Communication and has excelled in professional development courses through Dale Carnegie and FastTrac. She is an involved professional with numerous responsibilities supporting business associations and chambers in the Metro Atlanta area. Lauren also volunteers considerable time to local non-profit organizations, such as Relay for Life, Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta and the Foster Children’s Foundation.

Press & Media Contact:
Lauren VanBuskirk
VP of Sales and Marketing
LAN Systems
3079 Crossing Park
Norcross, GA 30071 – USA
770-662-0312
lauren@lansystems.com
http://www.lansystems.com