[July 15, 2004] Collective Technologies Principal Consultant Named One of Microsoft's Most Valuable Professionals AUSTIN, Texas --(Business Wire)-- July 15, 2004 -- Brian Rogers becomes the second Collective team member recognized with this prestigious award Microsoft has awarded Brian Rogers, Principal Consultant at Collective Technologies, the title of Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in recognition of his expertise and contribution in the area of System Management. Brian joins Larry Duncan as the second Collective team member to win this award. He also joins an exclusive group of 1,800 technology experts around the world whose proficiency in a wide range of Microsoft specialties have earned them the MVP Award. Microsoft established the MVP Award eleven years ago as a way to reward individuals for their outstanding contributions in a wide range of community activities. The MVP status is awarded to the most active online community "gurus" for their technical expertise, willingness to share their experience, and commitment to helping others achieve their goals with Microsoft technology. "On behalf of Microsoft, I am pleased to recognize Brian Rogers as one of our Most Valuable Professionals," said Sean O'Driscoll, Director of Technical Communities and MVP at Microsoft Corp. "MVPs are a diverse group of individuals from around the world who demonstrate expertise in Microsoft products, display an incredible passion for technology, and truly inspire others." Brian is an active member of numerous Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) communities, having provided assistance with several thousand postings over the years. He has taken the instructor role with different SMS versions, mentoring system administrators in a variety of industry-standard best practices. He also provides SMS 2003 design and implementation services for Collective Technologies and actively participates in the creation of the company's SMS packaged services. "We congratulate Brian on this outstanding achievement," said Jason Thomas, Vice President of Professional Services for Collective Technologies. "His commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, on top of his outstanding technical capabilities, makes him worthy of this award. As Brian becomes our second Microsoft MVP in Systems Management, it shows the level of expertise we have developed in this area. By providing an environment where collaboration and professional growth are highly encouraged, Collective consultants develop world-class skills and expand their knowledge base to include a wide range of technologies. This allows Collective to attract the best professionals in the market and assist its partners with the delivery of quality technology solutions that maximize the customers' return on their technology investments." About Collective Technologies Collective Technologies provides high-end infrastructure services for complex IT environments. With expertise covering a wide range of products, Collective can assess, design, implement, maintain, and optimize corporate infrastructures, allowing companies to maximize the return on their Information Technology investment and support their corporate goals. Collective's Systems Management Practice specializes in delivering Microsoft SMS, MOM, and Patch Management solutions. Collective is headquartered in Austin, TX and has offices and consultants across the U.S. For additional information, please contact Collective at (512) 263-5500 or visit www.colltech.com. [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]