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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE VNS Achieves Cisco Security VPN/Firewall Express AuthorizationIntegrator invited to exclusive Cisco specializationFresno, California - June 28, 2005 -- Valley Network Solutions (VNS), Central California's leading network integration firm, today announced it has completed a very focused effort to increase the level of Cisco sales and support capabilities within its organization. VNS has met, and earned the rigorous Cisco certified personnel levels required by Cisco's Security VPN/Firewall Express Specialization program. This helps ensure that VNS's sales and support organizations are better staffed and more capable of properly selling, designing, installing, and supporting these products into the SMB (small/medium business) market here in Central California. "The SMB market represents significant growth opportunities for Cisco, and our partners play a critical role in helping us succeed in this space, especially as more than 90% of all our business goes through the channel," said Luca Marinelli, Managing Director, Channels, EMEA for Cisco. "The introduction of the Cisco Security VPN/Firewall Express specialization is the third to be adapted for the SMB market. We understand that channel partners who sell into the SMB space have different needs and we are focused on creating programs to help them be successful." "This is an outstanding accomplishment for VNS, and demonstrates our desire to continually develop expertise in the new world of complex networking technologies. Valley Network Solutions and the Cisco account management team will continue working together to develop and enhance its mutual capabilities to support VNS and its customers," said Daniel Duffy, President and CEO of Valley Network Solutions.
Company BackgroundValley Network Solutions (VNS), is a privately held Fresno, California based computer network consulting, design and integration services company, providing a local resource for professional services to the Central Valley of California. VNS’ real-world experience with enterprise clients, coupled with practical network expertise and practical business skills, allow the company to create corporate infrastructures that are secure, reliable, manageable, and capable of sustaining the most demanding e-business environments. Founded in 1996, VNS is a Microsoft Certified Partner and Top VAR, Cisco Premier Partner, and HP Gold Partner, as well as authorized reseller for several of the computer industry’s most respected tier-one brands. The company can be reached at (559) 650-2600, or via our website: www.vns.net. About Cisco SystemsCisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO), the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet, this year celebrates 20 years of commitment to technology innovation, industry leadership, and corporate social responsibility. Information about Cisco can be found at http://www.cisco.com. ###
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