LOUISVILLE, Ky., CINCINNATI and COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 9, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Beacon Enterprise Solutions Group, Inc. (OTCBB:BEAC) today announced that the company has achieved Microsoft Gold Certified Partner level.
"We are extremely proud to have attained Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Program," said Bruce Widener, Chairman and CEO of Beacon Solutions. "This certification establishes us as a leader in software application development and advanced infrastructure solutions. We are eager to pass along the benefits of our relationship with Microsoft to our growing list of domestic and global customers."
Being a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner signifies that the company has demonstrated full understanding and expertise with Microsoft products. This certification also provides Beacon Solutions with additional benefits such as extensive support resources, training and tools to better serve its clients.
"Having early access to Microsoft's beta and release candidate products allows us to engineer and develop new technology solutions that have been proven effective," said Chris O'Bryan, Director of IT Services for Beacon Solutions.
To reach Gold Certified Partner status, a company must earn a specified number of points. These points can be acquired by exhibiting such requirements as: a number of competencies and designations, customer references, Microsoft Certified Professionals within the company, and showcasing exceptional sales performance.
About Beacon Enterprise Solutions Group Inc.:
Beacon Enterprise Solutions is a single source provider for voice and data system design, installation and service. Through an integrated team approach, Beacon offers customers everything to make their communications run, from telecom infrastructure design, to software development, to voice/data/security system integration, system installation and maintenance, in addition to long distance, VoIP and Internet access service. Beacon's client roster includes state and local agencies, educational institutions, and over 4,000 companies ranging in size from mid-sized companies to the Fortune 500. While Beacon services customers globally, it is headquartered in Louisville, Ky., and has offices in Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio; and Mangalore, India. Beacon is publicly traded (OTCBB:BEAC). For more information, please visit www.askbeacon.com or contact the company at 502-657-3500 or investors@askbeacon.com.
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