April 27, 2009

ADNET Technologies, Inc. announced today it was awarded the HTG Group of the Year award, along with the organizations in its peer group, HTG2. CEO/Founder Arlin Sorensen and Scott Scrogin, President of HTG, presented HTG Member awards on April 21 during the first annual HTG Summit in Dallas, Texas.

HTG brings together thought leaders and industry experts with quarterly meetings that focus on each member serving as a Peer Board Member for each member’s firm. Accountability and execution are at the heart of HTG and the group ADNET is in was chosen as an award winner for the work done within that peer group.

Individual peer groups drill down and focus on overall effectiveness across operations, marketing, sales, finances and overall health of each member. By focusing on industry standards including business planning, process development, financial benchmarking and education, HTG members strive to maintain a competitive advantage over those other service firms that do not participate in peer activities.

“Participation in the HTG Summit and being recognized by our peers in HTG2 benefits our company and our clients by exposing us to leading ideas, technologies, and industry peers,“ said Ed Laprade, President and CEO of ADNET. “Since we joined HTG2 in 2006, we continue to bring back proven ideas we can use immediately and a longer-term plan for greater success in the future. Plus, our peers hold us accountable for achieving our goals.”

Focused on the leading small and midsize technology firms, HTG spans the entire technology ecosystem. By leveraging leading technology manufacturers and vendors who provide sponsorship and interaction with HTG members, members are now equipped with the tools and knowledge to provide an increased level of service in their communities. HTG members are better prepared and understand the importance of positive interaction across all levels of the industry. This includes how disruptive and breakthrough IT solutions will influence their clients with laser-focused training from their peers and leading industry experts.

“ADNET has demonstrated exceptional leadership in their peer group and contributed value that others respect,” said Scott Scrogin, President of HTG. “All of our members have a passionate commitment to change and improve their businesses and their lives. HTG members believe in the power of shared ideas, and ADNET has demonstrated the true spirit of our groups. Great technology matters, but we know that relationships and execution matter more.”

About ADNET Technologies, Inc.
ADNET Technologies, Inc. helps businesses across New England accelerate success through the innovative application of technology. ADNET provides Learning Services, Network Integration, Managed IT Services, Software and Application Development, and ERP systems implementation. Founded in 1991, ADNET is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut and is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, as well as an HP, SAP, Exact Software, Cisco, and Citrix partner. ADNET continues to expand its offerings and services to meet the strategic technology needs of our clients. For more information, call 800-89-ADNET or email: info@goADNET.com.

About Heartland Tech Groups
Heartland Tech Groups were founded by Arlin Sorensen in 2001 to bring Iowa-based IT partners together to leverage each other’s talents following the post-dot com downturn. Over the years, HTG has grown from a purchasing group to a serious group of business owners, sales professionals, marketing managers and senior management of IT firms in non-competing geographies who meet for two days each quarter to work on key businesses issues and opportunities for growth.

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