Cary, North Carolina, Oct. 7, 2010 – Connexion Technologies today announced it has been selected as a finalist for the 2010 NCTA 21 Awards in the category of Mid-Size Company (up to $100 million in revenue) of the Year. Judges will consider finalists’ contributions in the areas of innovation, market penetration, sales growth and employment expansion.
Winners will be recognized at the annual awards gala on Wednesday, November 10 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham, N.C., presented in conjunction with title sponsor Grant Thornton. The theme for this year’s event is “0021: Licensed to Excel” and is expected to be attended by more than 600 business and technology leaders from across the state.
The NCTA 21 Awards are recognized as North Carolina’s most prestigious awards, celebrating innovation and excellence in North Carolina. This annual showcase honors companies and individuals in 21 categories who represent the best and brightest in technology and business.
Connexion Technologies has grown tremendously in the past three years – marked by a 1,161 percent revenue growth rate. Connexion has enhanced its network to increase bandwidth as well as expanded to reach new areas of the housing market, including multi-family, existing properties and manufactured housing. Company officials hope to double the company’s reach in 2011.
“The finalists for this year’s 21 Awards truly represent the best that North Carolina’s technology industry has to offer,” said Brooks Raiford, president and chief executive officer of NCTA. “Connexion Technologies has distinguished itself as a company leading the way in innovation, and we are proud to recognize them as a finalist for Mid-Size Company of the Year”
About Connexion Technologies
Connexion Technologies customizes and manages advanced communications networks in residential properties nationwide. Its networks optimize the communication experience and value of properties for residents and owners. Connexion Technologies is not a service provider, rather it selects and manages providers that offer entertainment and communication applications, including enhanced television, telephone and Internet services over Connexion’s provider-neutral networks. The company is based in Cary, North Carolina. It was established in 2002 and serves properties nationwide.
About NCTA
The North Carolina Technology Association’s mission is “Making North Carolina #1 in Technology and Technology #1 in North Carolina.” The organization does this through three main focus areas: executive engagement, public affairs, and enabling member transition to a technology-enabled workforce. For more information, visit our website at nctechnology.org.
