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Office</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Oct11">ISHPI awarded AICCC 2011 Small Business of the Year</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Sep11">ISHPI awarded follow-on Prime Contract supporting DHS USCG</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Sep11">ISHPI awarded USMC MITSC WEST ITSS Prime Contract</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Sep11">ISHPI awarded DHS FEMA NED Prime Contract</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Aug11">ISHPI Team awarded U.S. Navy Amphibious Warfare Contract</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Aug11">ISHPI makes 2011 Inc. 500!</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jul11">ISHPI awarded U.S. Army PM-Force Protection Systems Omnibus</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jul11">ISHPI awarded GSA 8(a) STARS II GWAC</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jun11">ISHPI awarded $34M multiyear prime contract supporting DHS USCG</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#May11">ISHPI Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO and President re-elected to CDCA Board of Directors</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Apr11">ISHPI awarded $157M multiyear prime contract supporting JIEDDO</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Apr11">ISHPI Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO and President joins the College of Charleston REACH Advisory Board</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Apr11">ISHPI Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO and President joins the AICCC Board</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Apr11">ISHPI awarded GSA MOBIS Schedule 874</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Feb11">ISHPI recognized as a  top business in america </a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jan11">ISHPI and Truestone, LLC enter into SBA approved 8(a) Mentor-Protégé Relationship</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jan11">ISHPI Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO and President reelected NPO Board Chairman for 2011</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jan11">ISHPI announces promotions for Mike Beadle and Earl Bowers</a> <p></p> <h2>2010</h2> <a href="about_news.html#Dec10">ISHPI opens 31,000 square foot facility in Tidewater Area of VA</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Sep10">ISHPI awarded multiyear prime contract supporting U.S. Army on Fort Gordon</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Sep10">ISHPI awarded contract supporting University of South Carolina </a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Aug10">ISHPI team awarded U.S. Army INSCOM IT Support Contract</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Aug10">ISHPI awarded GSA IT Schedule 70</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jun10">ISHPI opens operation in Tidewater, VA and immidately starts work for DHS and USCG</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jun10">ISHPI team awarded SSC-A USMC Contract</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#May10">ISHPI Co-Founder, President, and CEO re-elected to CDCA Board of Directors</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Apr10">ISHPI Co-Founder, President, and CEO wins award</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Apr10">ISHPI Co-Founder, President, and CEO featured in local news</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Mar10">ISHPI Co-founder and Executive Vice President wins award</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Mar10">ISHPI Co-founder and Executive Vice President named WID Treasurer</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Feb10">ISHPI Co-Founder, President, and CEO announces promotions</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Feb10">ISHPI moves its international headquarters to Mt. Pleasant, SC</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jan10">ISHPI Co-Founder, President, and CEO named NPO Board Chairman</a><p></p> <h2>2009</h2> <a href="about_news.html#Sep09">ISHPI awarded Headquarters, U.S. Army Signal Center Training Services Contracts</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Sep09">ISHPI team awarded SSC-A Information Warfare Contract </a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jun09">ISHPI Co-Founder, President, and CEO elected to CDCA Board</</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Jun09">ISHPI founding members of WID Palmetto Chapter</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#May09">ISHPI announces partnership with the Wounded Warrior Project</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Apr09">ISHPI awarded multiyear prime contract supporting USCENTCOM IO </a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Apr09">ISHPI awarded multiyear subcontract supporting Intelligence Community IA Services (IAS) </a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Apr09">ISHPI Co-Founder, President, and CEO wins SBA Regional award</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Mar09">ISHPI awarded multiyear Prime contract U.S. Air Force Medical Health Services (MHS) IT Support</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Mar09">ISHPI awarded Prime contract with SSC-A for Capability Development Model</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Mar09">ISHPI awarded Prime contract with SSC-A for Test Evaluation and Analysis</a><p></p> <h2>2008</h2> <a href="about_news.html#Dec08">ISHPI awarded multiyear Prime contract with SSC-A supporting JIEDDO</a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Oct08">ISHPI awarded multiyear Prime contract United States Air Forces Central (USAFCENT) </a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Oct08">ISHPI awarded Prime contract with SSC-A supporting JIEDDO<a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Sep08">ISHPI awarded multiyear contract with US Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM)<a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Sep08">ISHPI awarded multiyear with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)<a><br> <a href="about_news.html#Aug08">ISHPI joins ASTRA and LCCS<a><p></p> <h2><a name="Dec11"></a>December 2011</h2> <p>The government just announced the winners of the CAAS IV competition. Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc. (DBA ISHPI) has won as a teammate to Cubic Applications, Inc. ISHPI will be providing to provide contracted mission support, cyber, and Information Technology services to the United States Air Force. Cubic was selected as one of 11 large business prime awardees and ISHPI was selected as sub-prime to complete tasks orders on the $4.7 Billion Dollar Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract to provide contracted advisory and assistance services to the United States Air Force.  This is a critical win and as part of the Cubic Applications Team we are honored to be solutions providers in this tightly-integrated cross discipline SETA provider. We look forward to continuing our support throughout the United States Air Force, said Mike Beadle, ISHPI Vice President. ISHPI is committed to strengthening the readiness of Air Combat Command Acquisition Management and Integration Center (HQ ACC AMIC) Contracted Advisory and Assistance Services (CAAS) IV. ISHPI is proud to be serving the United States Air Force and we look forward to assisting our war fighters in achieving their program mission and goals. </p> <p><a href="docs/2011-024 ISHPI PR USAF CAAS IV.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p>--------------</p> <p>During the Congressional Hearing on November 8, 2011, John Caporal, GS-15, Deputy Director of the U.S. Air Force Office of Small Business Programs, addressed the House Committee on Small Business Contracting and Workforce Subcommittee to discuss the importance of encouraging and supporting small business contractors. ISHPI s tremendous success supporting U.S. Air Force Central Command since 2008 was highlighted as a perfect example of a Small Business that provides outstanding support and services while contributing to the U.S. Air Forces Small Business Program goals.  I would like to share a story about a small business contractor who performs work here at Shaw AFB. ISHPI Information Technologies, Inc., a Mount Pleasant South Carolina small business, has provided over 25,000 hours of logistical support for contingency operations, exercises, war ready materials pre-positioning, maintenance and day to day planning efforts in support of the contingency/deployed personnel for the Air Force Central Command Area of Responsibility (AOR). The invaluable work performed under this contract demonstrates that while achieving Air Force small business goals are important, it s the support provided to the warfighter that showcases the true value of the program. We need to develop strategies that ensure that companies like ISHPI Information Technologies, Inc. continue to thrive and grow. It s the jobs provided to the local communities and the innovation, agility and value they provide to the taxpayer that needs to be encouraged. Finding and helping small businesses like ISHPI succeed and contribute to the mission is what motivates all 145 of our small business specialists! There are success stories like this at every installation. Our aim is to develop more. </p> <p><a href="docs/2011-023 ISHPI PR USAFCENT.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p>--------------</p> <p>Mr. Noah Leask, Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO & President of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) has been voted to serve as the President of the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of the Carolinas (AICCC) for a three year term starting in 2012. Prior to accepting the role as President, Leask served on the AICCC Board of Directors as the Member at Large, as a Board Advisor, and as a Committee Chair in 2011. The AICCC was founded to promote commerce opportunities, business education, mentorship programs, and public policy affecting American Indian commerce and development. Mr. Leask, a Native American and member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, graciously accepted the chance to serve the Native American community in this additional capacity. He is originally from Cheboygan, Michigan and now resides in the Charleston, SC area.  I am humbled by my peers desire to have me serve as the President of such an amazing organization. I graciously accept this appointment. This is a fantastic opportunity for me to serve my Native American community in a greatly expanded way, said Noah T. Leask.  The AICCC was started nearly a decade ago and it has helped so many Nationwide and Carolina based Native American and Non-Native companies alike. There is a lot of work to do to ensure we keep the positive momentum going as we build on the solid foundation that the previous AICCC Boards, committees, and volunteers have created. We are blessed to have a fantastic and fully committed Board loaded with professionals that fully buy into the AICCC s mission. For additional information on the AICCC <a href="http://www.aicccarolinas.org" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p> <p><a href="docs/2011-022 ISHPI Press Release AICCC Leask President.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="Nov11"></a>November 2011</h2> <p>ISHPI continues to grow both locally, nationally, and internationally. ISHPI s growth includes the establishing of a new business center in Washington, D.C., on Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., supporting the ISHPI s National Capital Region (NCR) Operations. This business center is focusing on supporting the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), and Department of Defense (DoD) operations.  We have expanded our presence significantly in the Washington, D.C. area with our recent multiple Prime Contract and Task Order wins. ISHPI s NCR office will allow us to be close to our clients and their mission as we continue to strive to provide innovative solutions at an even greater speed, Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Chairman, CEO & President, said.  Opening this office is right in line with our strategic goals and our continued desire to assist our clients and ensure their mission success. </p> <p><a href="docs/2011-021 ISHPI Press Release DC Office.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="Oct11"></a>October 2011</h2> <p>ISHPI was named the 2011 Small Business of the Year by the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of the Carolinas (AICCC) on October 7th during the 5th Annual Business Expo held in North Charleston, SC. The AICCC s mission is to enhance, promote, and develop business opportunities for Native Americans and Native Owned Businesses throughout the Carolinas.  We are truly honored to be recognized by the AICCC as the 2011 Small Business of the Year knowing there are so many outstanding and deserving small businesses in our chamber and throughout the Carolinas, said Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Chairman, CEO & President.  It is no secret that the employees are our reason for success. They are the personification of our culture which is built on our guiding principles of Integrity, Excellence, and Devotion. They give our mission meaning as they deliver the solutions that make our client s successful. <p> <p><a href="docs/2011-020 ISHPI Press Release AICCC SB 2011.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="Sep11"></a>September 2011</h2> <p>ISHPI was awarded a 3 year $600K follow-on Prime Contract supporting the U.S. Coast Guard Office of System Development Policy (CG-69) providing System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Training and Support Services. ISHPI will be supporting training the USCG in the SDLC and providing support to CG-69.  Our SDLC Team has done a great job delivering on the first Prime Contract and earned a follow-on. We are proud of our employees and happy to be partnered with the USCG and supporting their critical mission, Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Chairman, CEO & President, said.<p> <p><a href="docs/2011-019 ISHPI Press Release DHS USCG SDLC follow-on.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p>--------------</p> <p>ISHPI was awarded a $2.9M Prime Contract with the USMC. ISHPI is supporting the Marine Corps Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Information Technology Support Center West (MITSC West) Information Technology Services Support (ITSS). Support will include Cyber Network Defense, Information Assurance, Systems and Network Engineering and Administration, and Software Engineering.  We are pleased to be working with USMC to help them establish, secure, and operate the MITSC West, Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Chairman, CEO & President, said.  ISHPI is purpose built for these types of mission critical secure environments. <p> <p><a href="docs/2011-018 ISHPI Press Release USMC MITSC West ITSS.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p>--------------</p> <p>ISHPI was awarded a 3.5 year $8M competitive 8(a) Prime Contract with the Department of Homeland Security s (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). ISHPI is supporting the National Preparedness Directorate (NPD) National Exercise Division (NED) providing Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in doctrine and guidance support for the NED s mission and programs.  FEMA has a very important national mission and ISHPI is honored to be their teammate helping to ensure that FEMA stands ready to respond. Our professionals will hit the ground running and labor very hard to make sure this work is an effective element of our larger national preparedness architecture, said Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Chairman, CEO & President.</p> <p><a href="docs/2011-017 ISHPI Press Release DHS FEMA NED.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="Aug11"></a>August 2011</h2> <p>ISHPI was has been awarded a five-year contract to provide professional support services to the Navy's Amphibious Warfare Program (PMS 377). PMS 377 is responsible for the acquisition and life cycle management of the LHD Class, LHA Replacement (LHA (R)), Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCACs), Landing Craft Utility (LCUs), Ship-to-Shore Connector (SSC) (LCAC Replacement), and Amphibious Assault Direction System (AADS). Under the subcontract to Alion Science and Technology, ISHPI will provide Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, System Engineering, Test and Evaluation, Logistics, and Program and Acquisition Management.  Alion is a great mentor and partner to ISHPI. We are excited to be a key member on their team supporting these vital Naval programs. ISHPI is very eager to be a part of delivering the future of Naval Amphibious Warfare, said Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Chairman, CEO & President. </p> <p><a href="docs/2011-016 ISHPI Press Release USN NAVSEA PMS377.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p>--------------</p> <p>Inc. magazine today, August 23, 2011, ranked ISHPI NO. 304 on its 30th annual Inc. 500, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy America s independent entrepreneurs. ISHPI Ranks No. 304 on the 2011 Inc. 500 with Three-Year Sales Growth of 1,081.1%.</p> <p><a href="docs/2011-015 ISHPI Press Release 2011 Inc 500.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="Jul11"></a>July 2011</h2> <p>ISHPI was has been awarded the Force Protection Systems Omnibus contract from the U.S. Army RDECOM Natick Contracting Division for the Product Manager, Force Protection Systems (PM-FPS) as member of the FLIR Team. This is a three year base contract with a maximum dollar ceiling value of $997 million. Under the contract, ISHPI will provide force protection capabilities to protect Soldiers through the use of security, cyber, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance systems for integrated defense of military bases in the U.S. and overseas.  We are excited to be a key member on FLIR s PM-FPS OMNIBUS Team Mike Beadle, ISHPI s Vice President, Information and Cyber Dominance, said.  It expands our offerings defending military bases worldwide using our expert services and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) enhancing our position as a premier provider of services intended to enhance and protect today s warriors and anticipate and plan for tomorrows threats. </p> <p><a href="docs/2011-013 ISHPI Press Release USA PM-FPS.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p>--------------</p> <p>ISHPI was awarded the GSA 8(a) STARS II Governmentwide Acquisition Contract (GWAC). The 8(a) STARS II GWAC is designed to promote small business utilization when purchasing information technology (IT) services or IT services-based solutions for the federal government. The 8(a) STARS II program is reserved exclusively for qualifying certified 8(a) small business concerns as the prime contractors per Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 19.8. It is a Five-year base contract with one five-year option, a $10 billion program ceiling, and directed order authority where directed task orders up to $4 million each are allowed for federal civilian and Department of Defense activities.  We are excited to have been awarded the GSA 8(a) STARS II GWAC. Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Chairman, CEO and President, said.  It provides a very convenient way for our clients to obtain our services and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) quickly with already verified pricing and labor categories. </p> <p><a href="docs/2011-014 ISHPI Press Release GSA 8(a) STARS II.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="Jun11"></a>June 2011</h2> <p>ISHPI was awarded an Information Technology (IT) Information Assurance (IA) Security Management Support Services ID/IQ Prime Contract to support the Coast Guard Command Control, Computer, and Communications Information Technology (C4IT) Service Center. The contract is a Small Business set aside competitive award totaling over $34M over 5 yrs. ISHPI will be supporting the Coast Guard s Computer Incident Response Team (CGCIRT), Coast Guard wide Certification and Accreditation (C&A), Secure Communications Services (SECCOMMS) and Training.  This is another very important win for ISHPI as we endeavor to ensure our clients are as secure as they can be in cyberspace and dominate the information and electromagnetic spectrum. The Coast Guard s mission is vital and we are proud to be supporting them and their cyber assets. Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Chairman, CEO and President, said.</p> <p><a href="docs/2011-011 ISHPI Press Release DHS USCG IT IA SMS.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="May11"></a>May 2011</h2> <p>Noah T. Leask, Co-founder, Chairman, CEO and President of ISHPI Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) was recently re-elected to the Board of Directors of the Charleston Defense Contractors Association (CDCA) at the Annual Meeting held on 25 May 2011.  Established in 2002, CDCA addresses issues and opportunities facing the Charleston, South Carolina defense community.  It actively functions as an advocacy group for the defense industry in the Charleston metro area and other surrounding regions.  It provides liaison with local, state, and federal governmental agencies, elected officials, legislatures, and special groups and committees, taking actions to develop or improve the local defense community s ability to develop, attract, retain, and more effectively execute business opportunities.  Finally, and very importantly, it fosters an increased and improved interaction between defense contractors for accomplishment of providing better services to defense customers.  Mr. Leask and ISHPI have been CDCA members for the past five years and are excited about continuing this opportunity and increased commitment to make CDCA and its business and community programs a success!For more about CDCA please <a href="http://www.charlestondca.org/home/default.aspx" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p> <h2><a name="Apr11"></a>April 2011</h2> <p>JIEDDO Press Release pending</p> <p>--------------</p> <p>Mr. Noah Leask, Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO & President of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) has been asked to serve on the College of Charleston s Realizing Educational and Career Hopes (REACH) Program Advisory Board. The REACH Program at the College of Charleston is a four-year inclusive program for students with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. The purpose of the program is to provide the opportunity for all students to realize their intellectual and personal potential, and to become responsible, productive members of society. REACH students participate in the academic, residential, social, and cultural experiences offered by the College, with appropriate support for success. Mr. Leask gratefully accepted the chance to serve the Special Needs community in this additional capacity. </p> <p><a href="docs/ISHPI Press Release NL CofC REACH.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p>--------------</p> <p>Mr. Noah Leask, Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO & President of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) has been asked to serve on the Board of The American Indian Chamber of Commerce of The Carolinas (AICCC). The AICCC is recognized by the IRS as a 501 (c) (3) and 501 (c) (6) Nonprofit Corporation and is fully chartered by the state of South Carolina. The AICCC works to enhance access to the business industry for public and private agencies, to promote commerce opportunities, business education, mentorship programs, and public policy affecting American Indian commerce and development. Additionally, the AICCC strives to develop public awareness programs that foster tourism through American Indian hospitality, culture and recreation opportunities for business networking, recognition and publicizing American Indian entrepreneurship and personal business activities. Mr. Leask gratefully accepted the opportunity to serve the American Indian community. </p> <p><a href="docs/ISHPI Press Release NL AICCC.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p>--------------</p> <p> Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc. (DBA ISHPI) has been awarded a U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Mission Oriented Business Integrated Services (MOBIS) - Schedule 874 contract (GS-10F-0189X). ISHPI underwent a rigorous review process prior to award of the GSA MOBIS Schedule 874 contract, verifying that ISHPI offers fair and reasonable pricing and complies with all applicable laws and regulations. ISHPI s GSA Schedule 874 offers direct access to ISHPI s experts and the highest quality services providing a full range of management and consulting services improving clients performance and in meeting clients mission goals.  Award of the GSA MOBIS Schedule 874 contract is another GSA avenue that our clients and potential clients have to place orders with ISHPI in a simple, convenient, and practical method. Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Chairman, CEO and President, said.  We are excited to have our GSA MOBIS so that clients can obtain cost effective management and consulting services from ISHPI s experienced subject matter experts. </p> <p><a href="docs/ISHPI Press Release GSA Sked 874.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="Feb11"></a>February 2011</h2> <p> Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc. (DBA ISHPI) has been recognized as one of the  Top Business in America winners by DiversityBusiness. The 11th annual business survey results recognize companies that have successfully differentiated themselves at both the national at state levels. Over 750,000 businesses are eligible for participation in the selection process. ISHPI was selected as a winner in several categories including: Top 100 Native American Owned Businesses in the United States, Top 500 Veteran Owned Businesses in the United States, Top 100 Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses in the United States, Top 100 8(a) Businesses in the United States, Top 50 Diversity Owned Businesses in South Carolina, and Top 100 Privately Held Businesses in South Carolina.  The recognition of ISHPI as one of the  Top Business in America winners is truly an honor, said Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO & President.  The awards are validation of ISHPI s principles of delivering superior quality services and technical support while maintaining the highest business ethics standards, hiring and retaining the best people, and developing a corporate culture of integrity, excellence, and devotion to our customer s mission."</p> <p><a href="docs/ISHPI Press Release Top Business Awards.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="Jan11"></a>January 2011</h2> <p>The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved an SBA 8(a) Mentor-Protégé Agreement between Truestone, LLC (mentor) and Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc. (DBA ISHPI) (protégé). The purpose of the agreement is to enhance the development of ISHPI as a rapidly growing small business. The agreement formalizes the long-standing relationship between ISHPI and Truestone, and permits Truestone to provide various forms of assistance to their new protégé. The agreement will allow ISHPI to benefit from the experience and capabilities of their mentor, enhance ISHPI s corporate maturity, and accelerate the company s growth.  Truestone s willingness to come alongside ISHPI during this critical time in our corporate development is greatly appreciated, said Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO & President.  This relationship brings together two leading edge, technically superior companies founded on the principles of ethics and quality service. A strong mentor such as Truestone is essential to ensuring ISHPI s long term sustainable future and successful graduation from the SBA 8(a) program. Jack Littley, President and COO of Truestone stated,  Truestone is very excited about our Mentor Protégé agreement with ISHPI. We believe that Truestone's experience in the 8(a) program combined with our work on competitive procurements can help ISHPI position for the future. </p> <p><a href="docs/ISHPI Press Release SBA MP.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p>--------------</p> <p>Mr. Noah Leask, Co-Founder, Chairman, CEO & President of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) has been selected to serve a second term as the 2011 Chairman of the Board for the non-profit organization Rein and Shine. Rein and Shine is a North America Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA) member facility that has been committed to providing horseback riding as therapy to children and adults with physical, mental and emotional disabilities since 2001. Mr. Leask gratefully accepted the continued challenge of leading Rein and Shine s dedicated board and staff toward achieving the goal of creating and sustaining an equine assisted therapy facility where people with disabilities of all kinds can learn, grow and heal.</p> <p><a href="docs/ISHPI Press Release RS BOD 2011.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p>--------------</p> <p>Mr. Noah Leask, Co-founder, Chairman, CEO and President of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) and the Executive Board of ISHPI are pleased to announce that Mike Beadle, Vice President and Director, National Capital Region, has assumed the role of Vice President of ISHPI s National Capital and Southwest Regions. In his expanded role, Mr. Beadle will be responsible for all operations in the National Capital and Southwest Regions, including providing oversight for ISHPI s new center of operations in San Antonio, Texas. This new operations center provides support to the 24th Air Force (AFCYBER), including the 67th Network Warfare Wing and the 688th Information Operations Wing at Lackland Air Force Base, and the 689th Combat Communications Wing at Robins Air Force Base, GA.  ISHPI remains committed to providing outstanding service to our current and potential clients and to bring innovative solutions to the Information Dominance battlefield, said Mr. Leask.  The assignment of Mike to this critical position within ISHPI ensures we remain agile and responsive and are the premier providers of Information and Cyber Dominance. </p> <p><a href="docs/ISHPI Press Release VP NCR-SW.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <p> Mr. Noah Leask, Co-founder, Chairman, CEO and President of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) and the Executive Board of ISHPI are pleased to announce that Earl Bowers, Vice President of Corporate Development, has assumed the additional role of Vice President of ISHPI s Tidewater and Southeast Regions. In his expanded role, Mr. Bowers will be responsible for all operations in the Tidewater and Southeast Regions, including providing oversight for ISHPI s new business center in Suffolk, Virginia, supporting Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), and United States Navy operations.  The assignment of Earl to this critical position within ISHPI is indicative of our commitment to providing superior service to our clients, said Mr. Leask.  As Vice President in his regions, Earl ensures we are able to leverage our organizational innovation and remain the premier providers of Information and Cyber Dominance. </p> <p><a href="docs/ISHPI Press Release VP TW-SE.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="Dec10"></a>December 2010</h2> <p>Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc. (DBA ISHPI), headquartered in Mount Pleasant, SC, continues to grow both locally and nationwide. ISHPI s growth includes the establishing of a new business center in the Tidewater region of Virginia, supporting Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), and United States Navy (USN) operations. The new operation in Suffolk will be housed out of ISHPI s 31,000 square foot facility opened on 15 December 2010, including the only ICD 705 certified SCIF in the Tidewater area, and will primarily support DHS and the Department of Defense (DoD), providing Information and Cyber Dominance (ID), Engineering, Integration, and Information Technology services.  ISHPI s expansion to Tidewater will allow us to better serve our growing client base in the area and along the East coast and it is right in line with our strategic goals, Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s President and CEO, said.  Being close to our clients and their mission allows us to continue to provide solutions at an even greater speed ensuring success. Our facility is multifunctional where we can support many missions to include C5ISR Integration and Cyber Supply Chain Management. </p> <p><a href="docs/ISHPI Press Release Tidewater Office.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the full press release(PDF)</p> <h2><a name="Sep10"></a>September 2010</h2> <p>ISHPI has been awarded a contract to provide engineering support to the U.S. Army s Experimentation Division (EXP), Capabilities Development Integration Directorate (CDID), Fort Gordon, GA in support of the Network Service Center  Training (NSC-T). ISHPI is providing systems engineering, systems administration, network planning, network execution, maintenance, troubleshooting, network security, documentation and fielding support through the NSC-T, in support of Army National Guard and Army Reserve Units. ISHPI is playing a vital role in helping the EXP, CDID achieve their mission of researching, analyzing, prototyping, experimenting and assessing the suitability and applicability of products associated with telecommunications, networking, and network operations (NETOPS) for use in a war-fighting environment.  ISHPI s is proud to fill a vital role at Fort Gordon, to provide highly technical engineering support, and to dynamically impact the Army s National Guard and Reserve forces, Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Co-Founder, President, and CEO, said.  ISHPI stands ready to support the technology assessment and experimentation mission, collaborating with Army units to assist in the conduct of live force play in exercises and demonstrations. </p> <p>--------------</p> <p>ISHPI has partnered with the Rule of Law Collaborative at the University of South Carolina, an interdisciplinary program for promoting justice and rule of law, particularly in areas of conflict. ISHPI is providing Lead Enterprise Architecture, System Engineering, and Cybersecurity Support to this contract recently awarded by the U.S. Army s Office of the Judge Advocate General. ISHPI will be providing vital support to this interdisciplinary effort to foster greater coordination and cooperation between government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and academic specialists in designing and delivering more effective rule-of-law programs.  ISHPI s involvement with the University of South Carolina in this critical effort to develop strategies vital to stabilizing areas torn apart by conflict demonstrates ISHPI s commitment to the nation across the entire spectrum of conflict, Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Co-Founder, President, and CEO, said.  We understand more than ever that all elements of national power are essential to maintaining the United States security and national well-being. We look forward to this effort and subsequent opportunities with our partners in the academic arena. </p> <h2><a name="Aug10"></a>August 2010</h2> <p>ISHPI has teamed with prime contractor Information Management Group, Inc. (IMG), of Fairfax, VA, to provide the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM) Information Technology Support (Service Area 2) for OMNIBUS III Mission Support. The multiple-award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite quantity contract has a five-year ordering period of performance, and a total value of more than $492 million for all awardees, if all options are exercised. Under the contract, ISHPI will work with IMG to help provide information technology support in areas such as: communications security (COMSEC); Information Assurance (IA); network operations; firewall administration; data recovery; software management and engineering; and installation, database support, and web development for INSCOM at Fort Belvoir, VA. Additionally, ISHPI will work with IMG to provide engineering and installation services at a variety of CONUS and OCONUS locations.  This is another big win for ISHPI right in line with our vision to expand our Information and Cyber Dominance offerings to the United States Army and their vital mission at INSCOM in partnership with our industry teammate IMG, said Noah T. Leask, Co-founder, President & CEO of ISHPI. </p> <p>--------------</p> <p>ISHPI has been awarded a U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Information Technology (IT) Schedule 70 contract (GS-35F-0610W). ISHPI underwent a rigorous review process prior to award of the GSA IT Schedule 70 contract, verifying that ISHPI offers fair and reasonable pricing and complies with all applicable laws and regulations. ISHPI s GSA Schedule 70 offers a streamlined procurement vehicle available to federal, state, and local agencies and other organizations providing for flexibility, ease of use, and direct access to ISHPI s experts and the highest quality IT services and solutions.  Award of the GSA IT Schedule 70 contract ensures that potential customers have a simple, convenient, and practical method to place orders directly with ISHPI, Noah T. Leask, ISHPI s Co-Founder, President, and CEO, said.  Our GSA IT Schedule 70 is one more vehicle through which clients can obtain cost effective services and cutting edge solutions from ISHPI s experienced IT professionals. </p> <h2><a name="Jun10"></a>June 2010</h2> <p>ISHPI has established a new business center in the Tidewater region of Virginia, supporting Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), and United States Navy operations. ISHPI is providing Program Management support directly to USCG Command and Control Center (C2CEN). Additionally, ISHPI has been awarded a subcontract with Truestone, LLC to support DHS USCG C2CEN and Telecommunication and Information Systems Command (TISCOM). ISHPI is providing system engineering support to the Coast Guard Data Distribution System Project as the system enters full production on the WLB/WLM class buoy tenders. Additionally, ISHPI is providing Information Assurance and Cybersecurity support for the USCG s Information Technology infrastructure throughout the continental United States. All of these services are vital to ongoing programs in support of the USCG s roles providing Maritime Safety, Maritime Security, and Maritime Stewardship. </p> <p>--------------</p> <p>ISHPI is apart of the winning team with prime contractor Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC), of McLean, VA, to provide the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center (SPAWARSYSCEN) Atlantic, Business Systems / Enterprise Information Systems Division support for U.S. Marine Corps mass notification systems. The multiple-award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite quantity contract has a one-year base period of performance, four one-year options, and a total value of more than $45 million for all awardees, if all options are exercised. Under the contract, ISHPI will work with SAIC to help the division support U.S. Marine Corps mass notification systems by providing technical support in the areas of Information and Cyber Dominance. These systems support the operational and security requirements of the U.S. Marine Corps. ISHPI will also compete for a variety of projects, ranging from minor additions to existing systems to large scale integrated base-wide systems that include Mass Notification System Wireless Audio Visual Emergency System (WAVES) hardware and software.  This is a big win for ISHPI as we are committed to supporting the Marine Corps and their vital mission through our government customers at SPAWAR and our industry teammate SAIC, said Noah T. Leask, Co-founder, President & CEO of ISHPI.</p> <h2><a name="May10"></a>May 2010</h2> <p> Noah T. Leask, Co-Founder, President, and CEO of ISHPI Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) was recently re-elected to the Board of Directors of the Charleston Defense Contractors Association (CDCA) at the Annual Meeting held on 26 May 2010.  Established in 2002, CDCA addresses issues and opportunities facing the Charleston, South Carolina defense community.  It actively functions as an advocacy group for the defense industry in the Charleston metro area and other surrounding regions.  It provides liaison with local, state, and federal governmental agencies, elected officials, legislatures, and special groups and committees, taking actions to develop or improve the local defense community s ability to develop, attract, retain, and more effectively execute business opportunities.  Finally, and very importantly, it fosters an increased and improved interaction between defense contractors for accomplishment of providing better services to defense customers.  Mr. Leask and ISHPI have been CDCA members for the past four years and are excited about continuing this opportunity and increased commitment to make CDCA and its business and community programs a success!  For more about CDCA please <a href="http://www.charlestondca.org/home/default.aspx" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p> <h2><a name="Apr10"></a>April 2010</h2> <p> Mr. Noah Leask, Co-Founder, President, and CEO of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) has been named a recipient of the 2010 Charleston Regional Business Journal s  Forty under Forty award. Mr. Leask and the other awardees will be recognized at an exclusive event to be held at The Landing at Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant, SC, on May 13, 2010. Each year the Charleston Regional Business Journal honors forty of the brightest young professionals and entrepreneurs from the Lowcountry. The award is presented to honor young professionals who take community service to the next level. The  Forty under Forty award recognizes that the recipients are the future of our community and celebrates their commitment to professional, personal and philanthropic endeavors, and a well-rounded lifestyle that focus on work and community. </p> <p>--------------</p> <p> Mr. Noah Leask was also featured in the  The Post and Courier , a local Charleston, SC news paper. <a href="docs/Noah_Leask_Post_and_Courier_Apr_10.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a> to download the article (PDF) or <a href="http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/apr/29/mount-pleasant-ceo-keeps-computer-information-safe/" target="_blank">click here</a> for the online version. </p> <h2><a name="Mar10"></a>March 2010</h2> <p> Mrs. Lisa Leask, Co-founder and Executive Vice President of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) has been named the Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina Women of Distinction honoree for Business for 2010. Ten women, in a variety of categories, are being recognized as distinguishing themselves through honor, character, professional and personal accomplishment, and through community service. Lisa and the other awardees will be recognized at an exclusive event to be held at the South Carolina Aquarium on May 10, 2010. For the twelfth year, the Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina Women of Distinction event will honor women living and working in eastern South Carolina who have demonstrated qualities of outstanding leadership, and excellence in their personal and professional endeavors, and are role models for girls. </p> <p><a href="http://vimeo.com/11539660" target="_blank">Click to view the video</a></p> <p>--------------</P> <p>Mrs. Lisa Leask, Co-founder and Executive Vice President of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) has been named as Treasurer of the Women in Defense (WID) Palmetto Chapter in Charleston, SC. Additionally, Lisa is a founding member of the Palmetto Chapter, an organization committed to providing networking and professional development opportunities to promote the role of women in national defense and security, to supporting military service members, and to encouraging partnerships between the local contractor community and military personnel at SPAWAR-Atlantic, the Charleston Air Force Base and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). </p> <h2><a name="Feb10"></a>February 2010</h2> <p> Mr. Noah Leask, President and CEO of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) and the Executive Board of ISHPI are pleased to announce the promotions of Pat Stanton, Joe Barnard, and Claire Murchison to the Director Level. In February 2010, Pat Stanton was promoted to Director of Operations and Professional Development, Joe Barnard to Director of Finance, and Claire Murchison to Director of Human Resources. These promotions were a direct result of ISHPI s continued growth, and are a reflection on the dedicated efforts of every ISHPI employee. </p> <p>--------------</P> <p>Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) has moved its international headquarters to 496 Bramson Court, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. A Grand Opening celebration is scheduled for March 26, 2010. From their brand-new headquarters, ISHPI supports the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Agencies, and Commercial Sector in Maryland, Virginia, Washington D.C., Illinois, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Additionally, ISHPI has personnel traveling in theater supporting vital missions in Operations Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Enduring Freedom (OEF). </p> <p><a href="http://www.townofmountpleasant.com/index.cfm?section=14&page=2&mesg=art426.33210" target="_blank">Click here</a> to view The Town of Mount Pleasant Press Release.</p> <h2><a name="Jan10"></a>January 2010</h2> <p>Mr. Noah Leask, President and CEO of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) has been chosen as the 2010 Chairman of the Board for the non-profit organization Rein and Shine. Rein and Shine is a North America Riding for the Handicapped Association member facility that has been committed to providing horseback riding as therapy to children and adults with physical, mental and emotional disabilities since 2001. Mr. Leask has the honor of leading a dedicated board and staff toward achieving Rein and Shine s mission of creating and sustaining an equine assisted therapy facility where people with disabilities of all kinds can learn, grow and heal.</p> <h2><a name="Sep09"></a>September 2009</h2> <p>ISHPI WINS Headquarters, U.S. Army Signal Center Training Services Contracts at Fort Gordon, GA - ISHPI won Prime contracts with the Headquarters, U.S. Army Signal Center to provide Training Services (TNG) in the areas of Information and Cyber Dominance (ID) and Information Technology (IT) in support of the 369th Signal Battalion, and the Regimental Noncommissioned Officer Academy. ISHPI is developing and providing training for the delivery and integration of existing and new Information and Cyber Dominance products, systems, and capabilities; performing instruction, classroom preparation, and curriculum development in support of teaching critical tasks; and providing U.S. Army TRADOC and Intelligence Community compliant courseware and training solutions in order to provide Advanced Individual Training for Signal Corps military occupational specialties. ISHPI will be critical in delivering the training necessary to realize the Army Signal Center s vision of producing the best-trained and technically competent Signal Warriors. This training will produce Signal Warriors that are confident, self-disciplined, and immediately able to contribute to the U.S. Army and its mission to transform soldiers into technically and tactically competent Warriors, who live by the Soldier s Creed, understand the importance of teamwork and are prepared, confident, and disciplined to take their place in the ranks of the Army.</p> <p>--------------</P> <p>ISHPI on winning Information Warfare Technology Development, Demonstration and Application (IWTDDA) SUPPORT SERVICES Contract - ISHPI is a winning teammate, partnered with UEC Electronics, LLC, of Charleston, SC, for the SPAWAR Atlantic (SSC-A) Information Warfare Technology Development, Demonstration and Application (IWTDDA) Support Services contract (N65236-09-D-6818). This is a $20M multi-year contract supporting, but not limited to, PEO C4I, U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), the United States Marine Corps (USMARCORSYSCOM), Fleet Forces Command, Naval Network Warfare Command (NETWARCOM), Naval Information Operations Center Suitland (NIOC Suitland), and other end-users. ISHPI will be supporting IW exploitation and threat warning systems in the areas of concept and technology development and demonstration services as well as the technology application functions of manufacturing development, prototyping and life-cycle planning services. Some of the systems include, but not limited to, Joint Threat Warning System (JTWS), Privateer Mark V Threat Warning System, Ship Signal Exploitation Equipment (SSEE) Incr E/F, Classic Troll Sub System, Battle Group Passive Horizon Extension (BGPHES), PREVENT, Multi-platform Collection Capabilities (MPCC), Cryptologic Carry On Program (CCOP), New construction platform (LPD-17, CVN-76, etc.) SSES, Ground SIGINT Kit (GSK), Signals Research and Targeting Development (SRTD), BUSHOG, Mobile Electronic Warfare Support System (MEWSS), DESPERADO, and Ship s Signal Exploitation Space (SSES) Systems. </p> <h2><a name="Jun09"></a>June 2009</h2> <p>Noah T. Leask, Co-Founder, President, and CEO of ISHPI Information Technologies, Inc., (DBA ISHPI) was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the Charleston Defense Contractors Association (CDCA).  Established in 2002, CDCA addresses issues and opportunities facing the Charleston, South Carolina defense community.  It actively functions as an advocacy group for the defense industry in the Charleston metro area and other surrounding regions.  It provides liaison with local, state, and federal governmental agencies, elected officials, legislatures, and special groups and committees, taking actions to develop or improve the local defense community s ability to develop, attract, retain, and more effectively execute business opportunities.  Finally, and very importantly, it fosters an increased and improved interaction between defense contractors for accomplishment of providing better services to defense customers.  Mr. Leask and ISHPI have been CDCA members for the past three years and are excited about this opportunity and increased commitment to make CDCA and its business and community programs a success!</p> <p>--------------</P> <p>Lisa Leask, Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of ISHPI, and Jennifer Combs, ISHPI, are founding members of the first Women in Defense (WID) Palmetto Chapter in Charleston, SC. Jennifer is serving as Secretary of the first WID Palmetto Chapter Executive Board and Lisa Leask is an active member, participating in the many business and community programs the Chapter sponsors. WID, A National Security Organization and affiliate of the National Defense Industrial Association, cultivates and supports the advancement and recognition of women in all aspects of national security. A non-profit organization, WID provides women working in defense a formal environment for professional growth through networking, education, and career development. The local chapter of WID is the Palmetto Chapter, established Spring 2009. ISHPI is a predominant supporter of the local chapter. Jennifer, Lisa, and ISHPI are committed to making the first WID chapter in the Charleston Area a success!</p> <h2><a name="May09"></a>May 2009</h2> <p>ISHPI is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Wounded Warrior Project. Sponsored by the Wounded Warrior Project (http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org), the program focuses on helping individuals recover from severe injuries received in the line of duty and successfully transition from military to civilian careers. ISHPI is dedicated to helping make that transition easier and ease some of the anxiety by offering to review resumes, and provide employment coaching and transition counseling to wounded warriors in the program. <a href="Wounded_Warrior_Project.html">Read the full Press Release</a></p> <h2><a name="Apr09"></a>April 2009</h2> <p>U.S. Central Command Information Operations (IO) Support  ISHPI was awarded a multiyear Prime contract with the U.S. Air Force to provide Information Operations (IO) Support for efforts to improve the cognitive war-fighting capabilities of the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM). This effort addresses the USCENTCOM efforts to plan and conduct Information Operations within the USCENTCOM area of responsibility (AOR). ISHPI is directly supporting continuing Information Operations (IO) efforts for Operation ENDURING FREEDOM, Operation IRAQI FREDOM, and the Global War on Terrorism.</p> <p>--------------</P> <p>Intelligence Community Information Assurance Services (IAS)  ISHPI was awarded a multiyear subcontract with Raytheon Intelligence and Information Systems (IIS) to provide oversight, policy development, procedure development, and system security support services in support of a mission critical national defense Intelligence Community client.  ISHPI will be monitoring, investigating, and supporting the activities and equipment needed to safeguard NGA computer infrastructure.  The support will include Program Management (PM) and Life Cycle Planning for the IA systems, Intrusion Detection System (IDS)/Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Program Support, Information System Security Manager and Officer Program Support (ISSM/ISSO), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Program Support (including biometrics), Technical Support for the IA systems, Vulnerability Assessment (VA)  Blue Team Program Support, and complete integration of these functions as a Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT) within IA supporting the national defense mission.</p> <p>--------------</P> <p>ISHPI owner named Veteran Business Champion of the Year</p> <p>CHARLESTON, SC  Noah T. Leask, Co-Founder, President, and CEO of Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc. (ISHPI) headquartered in Mount Pleasant, SC, is this year s winner of the South Carolina and Region IV Veteran Small Business Champion of the Year, awarded by the Columbia, SC District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The Southeast Region, Region IV, includes South Carolina, North Carolina, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Colonel Todd Dombroski, Doctor of Osteopathy, Surgeon and Medical Science Advisor for the Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization (JIEDDO) in Arlington, VA., nominated Mr. Leask. In his nomination letter, Colonel Dombroski stated,  I am struck by Noah s commitment to excellence, focus on reaching into the veteran population and bringing the expertise of prior and retired military personnel to bear on some of the most difficult challenges my office and the United States Armed Forces are facing today. <a href="SBA_award.html">Read the full Press Release</a></p> <h2><a name="Mar09"></a>March 2009</h2> <p>U.S. Air Force 20th Medical Group IT Services - ISHPI was awarded a multiyear Prime contract with the U.S. Air Force to provide the Medical Health Services (MHS) Information Management/Information Technology (IM/IT) technical services support for the 20th Medical Group (MDG) and its  military treatment facilities (MTF) at Shaw AFB, SC. The support includes: systems analysis, systems and network engineering, performance planning, technical documentation development, training, help desk operations, server and desktop support, systems and network management for the sustainment and expansion of current and forecasted systems, and HIPAA Security.</p> <p>--------------</P> <p>Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic  ISHPI was awarded a Prime contract with U.S. Navy Space and Naval Warfare Systems (SPAWAR) Systems Center Atlantic (SSC-Atlantic) to assist in the reorganizing to the Capability Development Model for Network Centric Engineering and Integration competency. ISHPI will be providing Network Centric Engineering and Integration Support, Analysis and Validation, and Program Support.</p> <p>--------------</P> <p>Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic  ISHPI was awarded a Prime contract with U.S. Navy Space and Naval Warfare Systems (SPAWAR) Systems Center Atlantic (SSC-Atlantic) to provide Mission Based Test Evaluation and Analysis for the Advanced Composeable Environment (ACE). ISHPI will be providing System Engineering and Test Support and Test Tool Design and Implementation Support for implementation into R&D network infrastructures. </P> <h2><a name="Dec08"></a>December 2008</h2> <p>JIEDDO Management Support - ISHPI was awarded a multiyear Prime contract with U.S. Navy Space and Naval Warfare Systems (SPAWAR) Systems Center Atlantic (SSC-Atlantic) to provide the Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Office (JIEDDO) with Management Support.  ISHPI provides senior-level consulting services related to Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Defeat initiatives on request from SSC-Atlantic, Advanced Cyber Concepts Division in direct support of JIEDDO.  ISHPI provides mission expertise  required to develop, acquire, integrate, deploy and sustain unique functional capabilities to neutralize the IED threat.  Our team of professionals assist JIEDDO leadership in the areas of Business Management; Acquisition Management; Force Management; Software Engineering, Modeling and Simulation; and Information Assurance/Cybersecurity in order to deliver effective counter-IED solutions.</p> <h2><a name="Oct08"></a>October 2008</h2> <p>USAFCENT- ISHPI was awarded a multiyear Prime contract with United States Air Forces Central (USAFCENT), Shaw Air Force Base to provide logistics support services with daily process integration, detailed analysis of planning and support for Harvest Falcon (HF) / Basic Expeditionary Airfield resources (BEAR) initiatives, redeployment, agreements, support planning, and exercises.</p> <p>--------------</P> <p>JIEDDO Consulting and Technical Support - ISHPI was awarded a Prime contract with U.S. Navy Space and Naval Warfare Systems (SPAWAR) Systems Center Atlantic (SSC-Atlantic) to provide the Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Office (JIEDDO) with Consulting and Technical Support.  ISHPI provides senior-level consulting services related to Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Defeat initiatives on request from SSC-Atlantic, Advanced Cyber Concepts Division directly supporting the Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Office (JIEDDO) tasking in the areas of Business Management; Acquisition Management; Force Management; Software Engineering, Modeling and Simulations; and Information Assurance.</p> <h2><a name="Sep08"></a>September 2008</h2> <p>INSCOM - ISHPI was awarded a multiyear contract to provide US Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM), Deputy G3 for Force Management, Distributed Common Ground Station  Army (Fixed) Office, Program Executive Office, Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors (PEO IEW&S), Program Manager, Aerial Common Sensors (PM ACS) with technical advisement, operational coordination, system engineering, and varied technical training services in support of the timely emplacement of Aerial Reconnaissance Support Team (ARST) nodes as directed by the government.  ISHPI is partnered with Radiance Technologies, Inc., on this effort. </p> <p>--------------</P> <p>DHS  ISHPI was awarded a multiyear contract to provide Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Intelligence & Analysis (A&I), Geospatial Management Office (GMO) with Subject Matter Expert (SME) senior-level consulting services for an outreach program supporting the geospatial needs of the State and Local Fusion Center Program.  ISHPI is designing and conducting the outreach program which will focus on establishing a baseline of existing geospatial capabilities followed by developing and implementing a plan to increase geospatial awareness, usage, expertise and data sharing amongst the 65 existing and future fusion centers.  ISHPI is partnered with SAIC on this effort.</p> <h2><a name="Aug08"></a>August 2008</h2> <p>ASTRA/LCCS- ISHPI joins the Advanced Security Technology Research Alliance (ASTRA) and the Low Country Cyber Security Campaign (LCCS) team focused on establishing the Charleston, SC Low Country region as a thought leader in cyberspace technology programs by promoting private entrepreneurship, creating public advocacy and awareness, stimulating educational programs that build a highly skilled workforce, and fostering the emergence of a knowledge-based regional infrastructure.</p> </div> </div> <br clear="all" /> <div id="footerNav"> <ul> <li>Copyright (C) 2006-2011 Ishpi Information Technologies, Inc.</li> <li> All rights reserved worldwide.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </body> </html>