[November 06, 2012] NetCracker Sponsors Andrew Kurka Tweet Nov 06, 2012 (Close-Up Media via COMTEX) -- NetCracker Technology announced that it will be sponsoring Andrew Kurka, a U.S. National Paralympic Alpine skier, at the annual Adaptive Spirit SkiTAM event, which will be held from April 4-7, 2013, in Vail, Colorado. According to a release, Adaptive Spirit is a not-for-profit, non-commercial trade association headed up by leading U.S. cable operators. In addition to securing funding for the U.S. Paralympic Ski Team, Adaptive Spirit is dedicated to increasing knowledge and awareness of the team and the Paralympics. In addition, NetCracker is expanding its commitment to give back to the community by sponsoring or participating in multiple corporate social responsibility programs. In doing so, the company is continuing its ongoing tradition of supporting events and activities that empower worthy individuals, organizations, and advocacy groups. "At NetCracker, we take seriously our responsibility to support remarkable individuals and deserving communities so they can achieve their full potential. Our corporate social responsibility initiative enables us to continue sharing our success with the broader community," said Joanna Larivee, NetCracker's Senior Director of Marketing. "By sponsoring Andrew Kurka, NetCracker not only supports a remarkable athlete, but also honors the exceptional athleticism and competitive spirit of the entire U.S. National Paralympic Ski Team." Eagerly awaiting the coming ski season, Kurka said, "I am very excited about the opportunity that NetCracker's sponsorship will provide. With NetCracker's support, I will continue working towards my ultimate goal of competing in the 2014 Paralympics in Sochi, Russia." NetCracker Technology, a subsidiary of NEC Corp., is a provider of BSS/OSS solutions. More information: www.NetCracker.com ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected])) [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]