February 20, 2008

Preparis Recognized for Innovation and Technology

The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) has selected Preparis, Inc. as one of this year's Top 40 Technology companies in Georgia. Every year in conjunction with the Georgia Technology Summit, TAG showcases Georgia's Top 40 Innovative Technology Companies. These chosen companies are given the opportunity to introduce their innovations to over 700 C-level executives, VIPs, leading academia, top government officials and peers from across the technology community.

The Top 40 is awarded based on specific criteria including the degree of innovation, scope and financial impact of innovation, the likelihood of success and the promotion of Georgia's innovative efforts nationally and internationally. All Top 40 selected companies are Georgia based and are viewed as technology-focused, meaning each company's primary focus is the development and dissemination of technology.

"Preparis is thrilled to be included in this prestigious group and event," said Armistead Whitney, Chief Executive Officer. "We take great pride that our technology is making a profound difference across the world and also in Georgia. To be recognized by our peers for our innovation is quite an honor," said Whitney.

All of the Top 40 companies will participate in an exhibition at the Summit which is expected to draw the state's technology leaders. The 2008 Georgia Technology Summit represents all that the industry has accomplished and a validation of Georgia's visionary technology leadership for the future. It brings together the industry's best and brightest as they present advanced thinking in dynamic, entertaining and awakening presentations.

About TAG

The Technology Association of Georgia was formed in 1998 with the mission to build, connect and enable people, companies and communities. Its 22 societies act as a distribution channel for TAG programs, offering over 90 meetings and seminars per year. TAG coordinates a series of meetings and events including the Featured Speaker Series, Field Trip Series and the Georgia Technology Summit. TAG expands its reach by fostering public and private partnerships with organizations such as the Atlanta Telecom Professionals, the MIT Enterprise Forum, Georgia Chamber of Commerce and Georgia Department of Economic Development. In addition to adding value for its members, TAG's Board of Directors, Leadership Council and staff act as a primary catalyst for fostering a rich environment for technology growth in the State of Georgia. For more information visit www.tagonline.org.

About Preparis
Preparis helps companies around the world prepare and respond to crisis events ensuring workforce safety, minimizing operational downtime, and maintaining corporate reputation and shareholder value. The company's on-demand emergency preparedness suite is accessed by its customers' C-suite and employees at every level across multiple geographies. Headquartered in Atlanta, Preparis safeguards more than 500,000 people and in excess of $185 billion in enterprise value.