ConnectKentucky names TiER 1 Performance Solutions Small Tech Business of the Year

Covington, Kentucky-based TiER 1 Performance Solutions embraces technology, and teaches others to embrace it too.

Recognizing their contribution to the region, ConnectKentucky named TiER 1 "Small Tech Business of the Year" at the 2009 Tech Day, held February 24, 2009, in Frankfurt, Kentucky.

For years TiER 1, a leading provider of end-to-end online learning and knowledge management solutions, has helped commercial, non-profit and government organizations implement effective, efficient knowledge management solutions.  Some of their clients, numbering 120, include Federal Express, Luxottica, Kroger and the U.S. Air Force.

“We are excited to honor TiER1 Performance Solutions with the 2009 Small Technology Business of the Year award,” said Mr. Rene True, Executive Director of ConnectKentucky.  "TiER1 is an exemplary partner in fostering education and technology throughout Kentucky.”  

ConnectKentucky is at the forefront of a charge to revolutionize Kentucky's economy, fostering a move toward deeper involvement with technology-based economic development, through a joint-effort between private and public organizations, explains True.

This is not the first time TiER 1 has received accolades.  In 2007 and 2008, the small tech powerhouse was also included in the Inc. 5000 list, as one of the nation's fastest growing companies.

“TiER 1 exemplifies the growth and assistance entrepreneurs and start-up companies can receive in Northern Kentucky,” says Casey Barach, Vice President, Entrepreneurship, Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation.  “The high-tech jobs created by companies like TiER1 are important for our community’s growth and long-term success.”

For TiER 1, the mission is clear:  help the region fully integrate the latest knowledge management technologies into businesses, the government and households.  Ultimately, this keeps the economy durable in the midst of economic turbulence.

“We take great pride in the development of our cutting edge technology solutions and the high tech jobs generated for Northern Kentucky through our success,” says Normand Desmarais, Founding Partner & Chairman.  “Northern Kentucky and the ezone have surrounded us with the support we need to succeed.”

Writer:  Jonathan DeHart
Source: Nicole King, ConnectKentucky, TiER 1 Performance Solutions, Northern Kentucky Tri-ED
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