Data Directions selected to design The Pleat SheetTM web site for Premier®
-June 3, 2010
Premier Pet Products®, manufacturer and distributor of premium pet care products has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to create a web site for “The Pleat Sheet”, their new patented bed sheet product that expands to keep you covered while you sleep. The new retail web site, at www.thepleatsheet.com incorporates video and graphic animation to illustrate the features and benefits of this new product.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “For this project, we incorporated bold, simple, graphic techniques and a lighthearted approach to demo and sell this innovative new product online. We wish Premier much success with The Pleat Sheet.”
Data Directions selected to design new corporate web site for
Orphan Foundation of America - April 22, 2010
The Orphan Foundation of America, the only national organization specifically focusing on support, education, and workforce development for youth aging out of the foster care system has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design their new web site. The new web site, at www.orphan.org, will incorporate the new OFA logo, a bold graphic look and Flash animation to encourage visitors to “Get Involved with Foster Care”.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to help OFA project a modern, dynamic image with a strong “call to action” for visitors to the site.
Data Directions selected to develop new corporate web site for ConSept
- March 25, 2010
ConSept LLC, an automotive 20-Group, consulting and manufacturer training company located in Kilmarnock, VA has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and implement their new corporate web site. The new web site, at www.conSeptllc.com, will incorporate many new features and the latest web technology and authentication, providing secured access and interactive capabilities to provide up to date information for existing and new ConSept customers.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design techniques and web technology to help ConSept promote its services and keep their customers better informed”.
Data Directions, Inc. announces Certified Business Analysis Professional
designation for Jim Alexander. - Feb 24, 2010
Data Directions Inc. is pleased to announce that Jim Alexander just received a Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) designation from the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA).
These certifications are the direct result of Data Directions aggressive and ongoing training programs for all staff consultants towards proficiency in software development and project management skills. It also reflects our staff’s commitment to continuing professional development.
Data Directions selected to develop new corporate web site for Professional
Governmental Underwriters Inc. - Feb 10, 2010
Professional Governmental Underwriters, Inc., a full-service risk management company dedicated to assisting public, educational and non-profit entities in the management of their professional liability exposures has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and implement their new corporate web site. The new web site, at www.pgui.com, will incorporate a new look and content management system to provide up to date information for existing and new PGU customers.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design techniques and web technology to help Professional Government Underwriters, Inc. keep their audience better informed”.
Data Directions selected to develop new corporate web site for
Atlantic Specialty Lines - Jan 20, 2010
Atlantic Specialty Lines, an independently owned wholesale broker specializing in excess/surplus and specialty lines business, has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and execute their new corporate web site. The new ASL web site, url www.atlanticspecial.com, will incorporate many new features including the latest web technology and authentication providing secured access and interactive capabilities for existing and new ASL customers.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design techniques and web technology to help ASL provide their agency clients and new customers with interactive access to up to date information in an easy to use platform”.
Data Directions selected to develop new corporate web site for
Avcom of Virginia Inc. - Jan 18, 2010
Avcom Of Virginia Inc, designers and manufacturers high quality, low cost spectrum analyzers has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and implement their new corporate web site. The new web site, at www.avcomofva.com will incorporate many new features and the latest web technology to provide up to date information for existing and new Avcom customers.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design techniques and web technology to help Avcom promote its products and keep their customers better informed”.
Data Directions selected to develop new corporate web site for ConSept
- March 25, 2010
ConSept LLC, an automotive 20-Group, consulting and manufacturer training company located in Kilmarnock, VA has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and implement their new corporate web site. The new web site, at www.conSeptllc.com, will incorporate many new features and the latest web technology and authentication, providing secured access and interactive capabilities to provide up to date information for existing and new ConSept customers.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design techniques and web technology to help ConSept promote its services and keep their customers better informed”.
Data Directions, Inc. announces Certified Business Analysis Professional
designation for Jim Alexander. - Feb 24, 2010
Data Directions Inc. is pleased to announce that Jim Alexander just received a Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) designation from the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA).
These certifications are the direct result of Data Directions aggressive and ongoing training programs for all staff consultants towards proficiency in software development and project management skills. It also reflects our staff’s commitment to continuing professional development.
Data Directions selected to develop new corporate web site for Professional
Governmental Underwriters Inc. - Feb 10, 2010
Professional Governmental Underwriters, Inc., a full-service risk management company dedicated to assisting public, educational and non-profit entities in the management of their professional liability exposures has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and implement their new corporate web site. The new web site, at www.pgui.com, will incorporate a new look and content management system to provide up to date information for existing and new PGU customers.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design techniques and web technology to help Professional Government Underwriters, Inc. keep their audience better informed”.
Data Directions selected to develop new corporate web site for
Atlantic Specialty Lines - Jan 20, 2010
Atlantic Specialty Lines, an independently owned wholesale broker specializing in excess/surplus and specialty lines business, has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and execute their new corporate web site. The new ASL web site, url www.atlanticspecial.com, will incorporate many new features including the latest web technology and authentication providing secured access and interactive capabilities for existing and new ASL customers.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design techniques and web technology to help ASL provide their agency clients and new customers with interactive access to up to date information in an easy to use platform”.
Data Directions selected to develop new corporate web site for
Avcom of Virginia Inc. - Jan 18, 2010
Avcom Of Virginia Inc, designers and manufacturers high quality, low cost spectrum analyzers has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and implement their new corporate web site. The new web site, at www.avcomofva.com will incorporate many new features and the latest web technology to provide up to date information for existing and new Avcom customers.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design techniques and web technology to help Avcom promote its products and keep their customers better informed”.
2009 Press Releases
Data Directions launches new “Ask the PropellerHeads”
syndicated column web site - Nov 9, 2009
Data Directions Inc, a Richmond based full service IT firm specializing in web site and custom application development services has just launched an all new version of www.AskThePropellerHeads.com. “Ask the PropellerHeads” is a nationally syndicated technology column that is written, illustrated, and distributed by Data Directions. The Richmond Times Dispatch prints the article in the Monday business section. Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “the new web site is an online opportunity to share our enthusiasm for technology with our readership through our technology blog and archive of previous articles.
Data Directions selected to develop new web site for Code Blue Solutions. Sept 30, 2009
CodeBlue Solutions, LLC, a healthcare revenue cycle management company headquartered in Richmond, VA. has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and implement their new web site. The new web site will incorporate many new features and the latest web technology to deliver information about CodeBlue and its’ products and services.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design and web technology to help CodeBlue bring their products to life and keep their audience better informed”.
Data Directions selected to develop new corporate web site for
Professional Governmental Underwriters Inc. - Aug 25, 2009
Professional Governmental Underwriters Inc, (P&G Brokers), a risk management solutions firm that specializes in placing professional liability for public, education and non-profit entities has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and implement their new corporate web site. The new web site, at www.PGBins.com, will incorporate many new features and the latest web technology to provide up to date information for existing and new P&G customers.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design techniques and web technology to help P&G Brokers keep their audience better informed”.
Data Directions launches all new www.riseclasses.org July 8, 2009
Data Directions Inc, a Richmond based full service IT firm specializing in web site and custom application development services has just launched the new “Richmond Information Systems Educators” training consortium web site at www.RISEClasses.org. The former RISE website was taken down in 2008 due to changes in the industry. Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “As a longtime RISE vendor, we are very excited about hosting the new site, to help continue RISE training activities and support affordable cooperative IT training in the Richmond area.”
For additional information please visit our website at http://www.data-directions.com.
Data Directions engages new marketing representative May 26, 2009
Data Directions is pleased to announce that Stephanie Wall, President of Vallum Resources, will serve as a Marketing Representative for the firm responsible for promoting and selling its custom website development, interactive media, graphic design, and custom software development services to the Richmond business community. Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “We’re delighted to have Stephanie on our team. She brings strong marketing and sales expertise and will be a great addition to our sales efforts.”
Data Directions launches all new www.data-directions.com March 30, 2009
Data Directions Inc, a Richmond based full service IT firm specializing in web site and custom application design and development services just launched its new corporate web site. The new site incorporates web 2.0 design and functionality features running on DDI’s new Content Management System framework. Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “We are very excited about our new CMS, it will give our client’s the ability to keep their web sites fresh independent of their IT departments.
”For additional information please visit our website at http://www.data-directions.com.
Data Directions to provide web site development and branding services
to CodeBlue Technology - February 17,2009
CodeBlue Technology LLC, a Richmond based provider of technology equipment and services has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to provide web site development, marketing, and branding support services. Trey Hayden, CEO of CodeBlue states, “This is an exciting time for CodeBlue Technology, as we move forward with the new web site and re-branding initiatives. We are delighted to find a partner with DDI’s depth of technical and creative skills”.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “We’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design techniques and web technology to help CodeBlue Technology stand out in the marketplace and better serve its customers”.
2008 Press Releases
Data Directions selected to develop new corporate web site
for Old Dominion Electric Cooperative - Oct. 27, 2008
Old Dominion Electric Cooperative (ODEC), a wholesale generation and transmission electric cooperative has contracted with Data Directions Inc. to design and implement their new corporate web site. The new web site will incorporate many new features and the latest web technology to provide up to date information about ODEC.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re looking forward to this opportunity to employ the latest design and web technology to help ODEC keep their audience better informed
Data Directions, Inc. announces Object Management Group (OMG)
UML Professional certifications for five staff members - Sept. 15, 2008
Data Directions Inc. is pleased to announce a new group of Object Management Group (OMG) certifications for the following staff members. Chris Roberts, James Rudd, John Sinkankas, Jonathan Schmick and Mark Creery have received their OMG-Certified Unified Modeling Language (UML) Professional Fundamentals Certifications.
These certifications are the direct result of Data Directions aggressive and ongoing training programs for all staff consultants towards proficiency in software development and project management skills.
Chris Roberts
James Rudd
John Sinkankas
Jonathan Schmick
Mark Creery
Data Directions awarded seventh consecutive
Microsoft Certified Partnership - July 14, 2008
Data Directions Inc., a Richmond based custom software development, consulting andIT training firm enters its seventh year as a Microsoft Certified Partner. Microsoft Certified Partners demonstrate a high degree of competence and expertise with Microsoft technologies and have access to a rich set of benefits that enable them to better serve their customers.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “We are proud to be a member of the Certified Partners program, it has proven to be a valuable asset when it comes to providing the latest advances in IT technology to our customers”.
Data Directions partners with i5
July 8, 2008
i5, a Richmond based marketing design firm has formed a strategic alliance with Data Directions Inc. to provide additional IT development and software application support services for their web based projects. Bob Taylor, president of i5 creative states, “adding Data Directions to our team is a great fit that expands the breadth of services we can offer and allows us to increase responsiveness”.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, “we’re excited about this opportunity to be a part of the i5 team and to be involved in bringing to life great web solutions for their customers”.
Data Directions Inc., founded in 1982, is a Richmond area data processing consulting and training firm specializing in internet/intranet, client/server, and legacy applications development. In addition, DDI provides project management services and project outsourcing.
Data Directions to support CWDkids.com
May 26, 2008
CWDkids, a Richmond based retailer of brand name children’s wear has engaged Data Directions to provide IT support and consulting services for their Internet storefront, WWW.CWDKIDS.COM. This retail site lets their customers conveniently shop for the latest children’s fashions from their catalog and order online.
Data Directions Inc., founded in 1982, is a Richmond area data processing consulting and training firm specializing in internet/intranet, client/server, and legacy applications development. In addition, DDI provides project management services and project outsourcing.
Data Directions Inc. is pleased to welcome John Sinkankas,
our new staff addition - May 5, 2008
John Sinkankis has joined Data Directions Inc. as a Senior Consultant. He will be supporting DDI's Project Management and Web Consultancy. Mr. Sinkankas is a Microsoft Certified Professional. Prior to joining Data Directions, John worked for Mapcom Systems, Inc. as a software developer.
Data Directions develops new Corporate web site for
Independent Container Line - Jan 14, 2008
Independent Container Line, headquartered in Richmond, VA just launched its new Corporate web site, www.icl-ltd.com. The site was designed and produced by Data Directions Inc. with the assistance of ICL's marketing staff in Richmond and Antwerp, Belgium.
Jan Kendrick, Sr. VP Sales and Marketing states, "We feel the creativity and functionality of the new site has improved our corporate image in the international marketplace and gives a true sense of our company and our client freight services."
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, "This project provided an excellent opportunity to enhance ICL's corporate image in the global marketplace and employ the latest web technology to enable ICL to keep the web site dynamic and up to date.".
2007 Press Releases
Data Directions, Inc. announces Microsoft Certified Professional
certifications for three staff members - Dec 3, 2007
Data Directions Inc. is pleased to announce a new group of Microsoft Certified Professional certifications for the following staff members. Medardo Martinez, Jonathan Schmick and Jim Alexander have received their certification for Developing XML Web Services and Server Components.
These certifications are the direct result of Data Directions aggressive and ongoing training programs for all staff consultants towards proficiency in software development and project management skills.
Medardo Martinez
Jonathan Schmick
Jim Alexander
Data Directions, Inc. announces Sun and Microsoft Certified
Professional certifications for four staff members. - July 30, 2007
Data Directions Inc. is pleased to announce a new group of Sun and Microsoft Certified Professional certifications for the following staff members. Ganesh Nagarajan (Sun Certified Web Component Developer), Rick Moore and Mark Creery (Microsoft Certified Application Developer) and Scott Griffith (Microsoft VB.Net Developer).
These certifications are the direct result of Data Directions aggressive and ongoing training programs for all staff consultants towards proficiency in software development and project management skills.
Ganesh Nagarajan
Rick Moore
Mark Creery
Scott Griffith
Data Directions announces PHR certification for Sandy Montgomery April 9, 2007
Data Directions Inc. is pleased to announce that Sandy Montgomery has earned her certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) from the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). This certification signifies that Sandy possesses the theoretical knowledge and practical experience in human resource management necessary to pass a rigorous examination demonstrating a mastery of the body of knowledge in the field.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, "Certification as a human resource professional clearly demonstrates Sandy's commitment to personal excellence, the human resource profession, and DDI's staff development program"
Data Directions Moves to New Corporate Headquarters
Feb 1, 2007
Data Directions Inc., a custom software application development firm, moved to new corporate headquarters on January 27, 2007. The new 6,000 square foot office and training facility is located at 8510 Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville, one mile from I-295.
Mark Creery, President of Data Directions states, "As we enter our 25th year, we are very excited about this move. The new location is more centrally located to our customer base and will better serve our needs as a custom software development facility, training center, and home for "Ask The Propeller Heads", our syndicated newspaper column.
Data Directions Inc., founded in 1982, is a Richmond based full service IT firm specializing in Web and Application development services.
2006 Press Releases
Data Directions, Inc. announces Microsoft Certified Professional
certifications for seven staff members. - Sept. 25, 2006
Data Directions Inc. is pleased to announce a new group of Microsoft Certified Professional certifications for the following staff members. Dean Puster (SQL Server), Mark Creery and Betsy Gaines (C#.Net) Jonathan Schmick, Bob Hedman, Jeremy Gomiller, Eric Gracyalny (VB.Net and C#.Net).
These certifications are the direct result of Data Directions aggressive and ongoing training programs for all staff consultants towards proficiency in software development and project management skills
Dean Puster
Mark Creery
Betsy Gaines
Jonathan Schmick
Bob Hedman
Jeremy Gomiller
Eric Gracyalny
Data Directions, Inc. announces Microsoft certification
for Medardo Martinez - June 19, 2006
Data Directions Inc. is pleased to announce that Medardo Martinez has earned his third Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) designation in Developing and Implementing Windows-based Applications with Visual C# .NET and Visual Studio .NET.
This certification is an important step for designers and developers of custom business solutions that incorporate Microsoft development products. These certifications are the direct result of Data Directions aggressive and ongoing training programs for all staff consultants towards proficiency in the latest software technology.
Data Directions wins All Star Award for Best Employee Development
at the 8th annual Employer All Star Awards - May 3, 2006
Data Directions won the All Star Award for Best Employee Development at the 8th annual Employer All Star Awards breakfast hosted by the Richmond Human Resources Management Association and the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce. The awards program honors stellar achievement of both public and private sector organizations in the area of employment, education and economic development, key components of regional workforce development.
DDI was cited for its commitment and the success and sophistication of its ongoing Employee Development program. Mark Creery, President of DDI received the award commenting that developing and maintaining the program was relatively simple compared to its potential for ensuring the future success of DDI and its staff.
Data Directions Inc., founded in 1982, is a Richmond area data processing consulting and training firm specializing in internet/intranet, client server, and mainframe applications development. In addition, DDI provides project management services and project outsourcing.
"Mark Creery receives the
Employee Development Award"
Data Directions Inc. is pleased to welcome Stephen LaBelle,
our new intern from Deep Run High School - January, 2006
Stephen LaBelle, a senior in the Center for Information Technology at Deep Run High School will intern this year at Data Directions Inc. assisting DDI staff with application development projects. Stephen plans to pursue a career in information technology.
Data Directions Inc., founded in 1982, is a Richmond based full service IT firm specializing in Web and Application development services.
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