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VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – The 19th Annual Veterans Day Service and reception will be held on Sunday, November 5, 2017 at Woodlawn Funeral Home in Norfolk, Virginia.

Woodlawn Funeral Home and its partners conduct a Veteran’s Day Service annually to celebrate and honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. The Veterans Day Service allows Veterans and their families along with the community to come together to show support and respect for the Gold Star Families and others, who have lost loved ones. Colonel Jack Hilgers, USMC (Retired), Vietnam Veteran and Navy Cross Recipient; the United States second highest decoration for valor will be the guest speaker at this year’s event.

The service begins at 2 p.m. and will be held at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. in Norfolk, VA. The service is open to the public and more than 150 guests are expected to attend. A reception will follow the service. For more information about this event or to register, please call 757-455-2838 or visit customerservice@woodlawngroup.com. As in past years, the Veterans Day Service and reception is organized by Woodlawn Funeral Home and IntellecTechs.

Virginia Beach, VA – October 25, 2017 – the YWCA South Hampton Roads announced Jeri Prophet, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of IntellecTechs, Inc. has been named an honoree of the 2018 YWCA Women of Distinction in the Business Category. IntellecTechs is a full-service Information Technology (IT) small business providing services to both the commercial and government sectors.

Women of Distinction are women from all walks of life in our community whose professional accomplishments and/or philanthropic efforts truly epitomize the potential of every woman. Each year, the YWCA South Hampton Roads recognizes and celebrates the achievements of 12 outstanding women during the annual Women of Distinction Awards luncheon. In choosing the recipients for this prestigious award, the selection committee takes into consideration the nominees’ professional/civic achievements and how the nominees exemplify the values and mission of the YWCA. The honorees must exhibit a dedication to our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women promoting peace, justice, dignity, and freedom for all.

“I am honored to be recognized as a 2018 YWCA Women of Distinction honoree.  It means so much to be a member of such an impressive group of females, who exhibit a dedication of eliminating racism and empowering women promoting peace, justice, dignity, and freedom for all. As a Veteran, and as a woman it is my mission to ensure every day that I extend a helping hand whenever I can and know that the YWCA shares my commitment.  Thank you for this honor,” said Jeri Prophet, Chief Executive Officer of IntellecTechs.

The 2018 YWCA 30th Annual Women of Distinction Awards will be presented on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott in Norfolk, Virginia. For more information about the YWCA 30th Annual Women of Distinction Awards visit www.ywca-shr.org.

Virginia Beach, VA-  IntellecTechs, Inc. (pronounced In-te-LEC-Teks) proudly announces that Founder and CEO, Jeri Prophet will be a speaker at the Tidewater Community College 5^th Annual Veteran Symposium & Career Fair on October 25, 2017. Ms. Prophet will be providing a workshop on Resume’ writing from 9am – 10am to military-affiliated students and the public.

“It is my pleasure to dedicate my time assisting TCC’s students and all Veterans in their search for employment. I take great pride in providing Resume’ training to our Veterans and connecting individuals to our staffing team.  It is my goal to ensure that IntellecTechs continues to be a driving force in hiring Veterans in Hampton Roads and I will do my part to ensure our success,” said Jeri Prophet, Founder and CEO of IntellecTechs.

Tidewater Community College’s Center for Military and Veterans Education (CMVE) will host its 5^th Annual Veteran Symposium and Career Fair on October 25, 2017 at the Advanced Technology Center on the Virginia Beach Campus.  The event will be held from 9am – 3pm in the second-floor theater.  The Department of Veterans Affairs service providers will be on hand, as will community Veteran service organizations and TCC support staff.  Information will be available for VA home loans, GI Bill benefits, VA disability compensation, federal employment, counseling services and academic advising.  For more information visit www.tcc.edu.

IntellecTechs, is an 8(a) Certified by the Small Business Administration, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Veteran-Owned Small Business, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, a Small Disadvantaged Business, and premier provider of professional services to federal and commercial customers. Founded in 2008, the company currently employs over 100 employees across 22 states and 5 countries.  IntellecTechs provides 24/7 computer support, networking, website design, software development and application hosting services, certification training and testing for businesses in Virginia Beach and surrounding cities. IntellecTechs’ core competencies include Information Technology (IT) governance encompassing portfolio management, financial management, enterprise architecture, policy writing and enforcement, cyber security, resource planning, and IT process management.  To learn more about IntellecTechs, visit www.IntellecTechs.com.

Virginia Beach, VA-  IntellecTechs, Inc. (pronounced In-te-LEC-Teks), Founder and CEO Jeri Prophet will present to the business community, Ransomware: What Business Owners Need to Do to Protect Their Company.  Ms. Prophet is the CEO/Founder of IntellecTechs, a full-service Information Technology (IT) small business providing services to both the commercial and government sectors. Ms. Prophet will speak on how ransomware impacts the bottom line of businesses and what business  owners/leaders can do to ensure their data is secure.

Ms. Prophet has over 25 years commercial and U.S. Navy experience demonstrating superior leadership initiative, innovative market strategies, and outstanding performance success in the world of cybersecurity.  As an Information Security expert, she is a leader educating both enterprise and public-sector audiences, including:  individuals, corporate entities, and state and local educator’s while gaining visibility via outlets such as FOX News, 13NewsNow and various other press outlets.

This event will be held at Town Point Club in Norfolk on Friday, October 27, 2017 at 11:45am. To register for this event visit www.www.intellectechs.com/rsa.

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (October 20, 2017) – IntellecTechs, Inc. (pronounced In-te-LEC-Teks), the premier Information Technology provider of professional services to federal and commercial customers, announced today the promotion of Paul Dockery to Vice President of Operations.  He will have the responsibilities of overseeing the company operations to include the commercial sales of the company and monitoring revenue margins for worker productivity. Paul will also be responsible for developing personnel evaluation guidelines, workforce incentives, staff advancement and recruitment procedures. The goal of the VP of Operations is to positively impact the company’s bottom-line by planning, directing and coordinating operations in support of the company’s growth.

“Paul is one of the most talented, results-oriented professionals I have had the pleasure to work with.  His business acumen, smarts and ability to deliver outstanding results for our customers and clients have combined to make him most deserving of this promotion. I am so proud of him and look forward to the tremendous revenue growth this company will experience with him leading our operations,” said Michael Harris, President of IntellecTechs.

Mr. Dockery, 35, joined the company in 2015 as the Director of Strategic Accounts. Mr. Dockery was previously with ECPI as a Business Development Specialist.

Mr. Dockery received his B.S. from James Madison University.  He is currently an active member of AFCEA (professional IT association), the Maryland Space Business Roundtable (MSBR), and a graduate of LEAD Hampton Roads Class of 2016.

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (October 16, 2017) – IntellecTechs, Inc. (pronounced In-te-LEC-Teks), the premier Information Technology provider of professional services to federal and commercial customers, announced today its new Human Resource Director, La’Tisha Jacob.  She will be responsible for guiding and managing the overall provision of Human Resources services, policies, and programs for the entire company.  In her new role, Ms. Jacob will: coordinate implementation of services, policies, and programs; report to the President; deliver outstanding employee support; and assist and advise company managers and executives about Human Resources issues.

Ms. Jacob brings with her over 14 years of human resource and recruiting experience.  She is known and highly praised throughout the industry for her ability to synchronize talent to companies and her dedicated work ethic to go above and beyond for employees and her company.  She is truly people-focused.  La’Tisha began her career as a recruiter in the healthcare industry and soon realized her desire to work in the Information Technology and Government sector.  She has recruited for companies such as SOCOM, Bon Secours, Riverside, and Capstone.

Ms. Jacob earned the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) in 2015 and the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification in 2010. She is currently on track to receive her BA in Human Resources in 2019.

Virginia Beach, VA – IntellecTechs, Inc. (pronounced In-te-LEC-Teks), was recently awarded a contract with the United States Navy Assault Craft Unit Four (ACU-4).  IntellecTechs will develop a Software Development Plan (SDP), which will assist the command with a more efficient, streamlined process to document and record pertinent data.  IntellecTechs was awarded this contract in September 2017.

“We are indeed very proud to be awarded this contract to develop and provide a customized software solution for Assault Craft Unit Four (ACU-4), which will enable the tracking of maintenance schedule for the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) Command,” said Michael Harris, President of IntellecTechs.

“Sometimes companies don’t help you because they think, ‘What’s in it for me?’”

“We pay it forward.”

“If they’re hard-working and they want to make it, we’re here to help them.”

Connect with Jeri Prophet here and Hillary Boyce Doriguzzi here.

CEO, Jeri Prophet Presents on Cyber Security in the Aerospace Industry

Virginia Beach, VA- IntellecTechs, Inc. (pronounced In-te-LEC-Teks), Founder and CEO Jeri Prophet, presented to the members of Virginia AeroSpace Business Association (VASBA) event held at The Embassy Suites in Hampton on September 26, 2017. Ms. Prophet spoke on Cyber Security in the Aerospace Industry.

Virginia AeroSpace Business Association (VASBA) is a statewide nonprofit trade association representing the aerospace industry in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Membership includes more than 25 companies, nonprofits and individuals representing various facets of the industry to advocate for the aerospace industry before federal, state and local policy makers.  VASBA events provide networking opportunities for aerospace industry participants with colleagues, industry leaders and policy makers. Aerospace companies, research labs, academic institutions, individuals and professional service firms are welcome to participate.

“I was honored to be asked to speak to such an elite group of Aerospace Executives. I want to do my part, protecting others by educating them with the most up to date information on cyber security. If I can explain it in a way that anyone can understand it, then we all have a better chance when facing these new information technology challenges on a daily basis,” said Jeri Prophet, Founder and CEO of IntellecTechs.

For more information about VASBA please visit www.vasba.org.