Taking the Reins: Anne Thomson Reed

Vice president of industry relations, Electronic Data Systems Corp.'s Government Global Industry Group, Herndon, Va.

IT Training Means Everyone In Today's Offices

In the modern and often frenzied world of the information technology contractor, one of the great ironies facing high-tech companies is that their administrative staffs often have trouble keeping up with the latest innovations.

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Washington Technology and Intelisys Electronic Commerce Optimal Networks host an "Executive Breakfast" briefing on e-business technologies at the Sheraton Premiere at Tysons Corner, Va. Call the breakfast briefing hotline (703) 848-2800, ext. 400, or e-mail: marketing@pnbi.com.

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Washington Technology and Intelisys Electronic Commerce Optimal Networks host an "Executive Breakfast" briefing on e-business technologies at the Sheraton Premiere at Tysons Corner, Va. Call the breakfast briefing hotline (703) 848-2800, ext. 400, or e-mail: marketing@pnbi.com.

Who's on First

Bradford Brown was named chairman of the National Center for Technology & Law at The George Mason University School of Law. The center's goal is to analyze legal and technology issues affecting the business community. Brown was executive vice president of technology affairs and deputy managing director of Shandwick in Washington. He also has been president of Western Strategies, the government relations division of Nelson Communications Group.

Who's on First

Bradford Brown was named chairman of the National Center for Technology & Law at The George Mason University School of Law. The center's goal is to analyze legal and technology issues affecting the business community. Brown was executive vice president of technology affairs and deputy managing director of Shandwick in Washington. He also has been president of Western Strategies, the government relations division of Nelson Communications Group.

Taking the Reins

President, Local Government Division, National Information Consortium, Overland Park, Kan.

On The Job

Robert Knowling, chairman, president and chief executive of Covad Communications Co., will be the headliner at the Information Technology Association of America's April 11 IT Workforce Convocation 2000 in Chicago.

Taking the Reins: Anne Altman

Vice president of U.S. federal sales, IBM Public Sector, Bethesda, Md.

Who's On First

Christine Ramsey was hired as executive vice president of sales and marketing at Net2000 Communications, Herndon, Va., a provider of business telecommunications services. She will direct the company's entry into new markets nationwide and shape the corporate strategy. Previously, she was a senior vice president for Statoil Energy.

It's The Energy Factor That Counts When Luring New Employees

The mark of companies with rich development cultures are spirited employees, and if that energy is lacking during your visit to a prospective employee, walk the other way, according to one workplace expert.

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The McLean Group and Odin, Feldman & Pittleman PC present "Venture Capital Funding 2000: Trends, Traps and Tips," at the Tower Club, Tysons Corner, Va. Seating is limited, and advance registration is required. Call Claudia Lewis (703) 218-2374 or e-mail seminars@ofplaw.com.

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The McLean Group and Odin, Feldman & Pittleman PC present "Venture Capital Funding 2000: Trends, Traps and Tips," at the Tower Club, Tysons Corner, Va. Seating is limited, and advance registration is required. Call Claudia Lewis (703) 218-2374 or e-mail seminars@ofplaw.com.

Who's On First

Qwest Communications International Inc., Arlington, Va., has appointed Howard Seeger as vice president of sales and marketing for its Government Systems Division. Seeger will be joining James Payne, senior vice president for government markets, who jumped on board at Qwest in August 1999.

On The Job

The Telecom Hub, a Washington-based group launched late last year to create a network of industry professionals from different disciplines, will zero in on a pressing workplace challenge at a luncheon this week.

Companies Stretch the Perks To Pacify Precious Employees

When Debra Cammer bought her new house in the District of Columbia, it looked like the rigors of moving would mean she would need considerable time off from her job.

Who's On First

Dorothy Cleal is joining SRA International Inc., Fairfax, Va., as director of Navy programs. She will be responsible for program management, customer satisfaction and the delivery of information technology services. Before joining SRA, Cleal was the acting chief information officer and associate director for information systems and technology at the White House.

Firms Reel In Talent Through Acquisitions

The tight labor market in the information technology marketplace is fueling mergers and acquisitions among services companies in the government sector, a trend that is likely to accelerate in the coming year, analysts and industry officials said.

Knowledge Reigns Supreme for CSC's Bothwell

Carol Bothwell, who became Computer Sciences Corp.'s first chief knowledge officer (CKO) in December, will define the system integrator's knowledge strategy and develop, implement and manage its Knowledge Program.

'Get Rich' Campaign Hoists TRW Group's Hiring Numbers

TRW Inc.'s Systems and Information Technology Group is so hungry for high-tech talent that it gave away more than $350,000 in cash awards last year to employees who lured professionals to the $3 billion unit