Tampa Bay Technology Consulting Firm, Vertical IT Solutions, Named Small Business of the Year Finalist

Tampa, FL, July 24, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Vertical IT Solutions, a provider of outsourced information technology and consulting services, has been chosen as a finalist for the 2008 Small Business of the Year Award by the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce.

“It is an honor for all of our employees to be recognized for all of their hard work,” stated Andrew Cohen, Chief Executive Officer of Vertical IT Solutions. “This award represents our team’s commitment to our clients, community and industry; that is the greatest reward!”

The award program, now in its 28th year, recognizes superior small businesses and business leaders in three categories – grouped by number of employees. Vertical IT Solutions is among five finalists named in the 21 - 50 employees category. Companies are judged based on history and philosophy, management initiatives, innovativeness, ethical practices, financial success, and community involvement. The winners in each category will be announced at a premier event highlighting some of the most prominent small businesses and leaders in Hillsborough County on Friday, September 19, 2008 in Tampa, FL.

About Vertical IT Solutions
Vertical IT Solutions is one of Florida’s leading providers of outsourced information and voice technology services for small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2002, Vertical IT Solutions serves multiple industry sectors including banking, financial services, real estate, staffing, construction, and non-profit organizations. For more information, please visit www.verticalit.com.

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