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Leading Electronics Manufacturing Partner ACDi Announces Addition of Tom Dykeman as Vice President of Sales

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ACDi, an electronics manufacturing services provider headquartered in Frederick, MD, has appointed Tom Dykeman as Vice President of Sales. In the role of Vice President of Sales, Tom will be responsible for the leadership of the ACDi sales team that includes direct and indirect sales personnel developing new business opportunities that strategically align with the long-term goals of senior management.

Key Points: 
  • FREDERICK, Md., Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ACDi, an electronics manufacturing services provider headquartered in Frederick, MD, has appointed Tom Dykeman as Vice President of Sales.
  • In the role of Vice President of Sales, Tom will be responsible for the leadership of the ACDi sales team that includes direct and indirect sales personnel developing new business opportunities that strategically align with the long-term goals of senior management.
  • Tom is a well-known figure in the electronics manufacturing services/contract manufacturing industry with over 35 years of experience.
  • Within the industry, Tom has also held Vice President of Sales positions with Sanmina and most recently with Libra Industries.

Department of Defense Awards American Computer Development, Inc. (ACDi) Aircraft and Ground Subsystem Build-to-Print Cables/Harnesses Multiple Award Contract

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

FREDERICK, Md., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ACDi today announced it was awarded a combined $11,000,000 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity, multiple award contract for the manufacture, test, inspection, and delivery of built-to-print cable harnesses and assemblies for Navy and other Department of Defense projects.

Key Points: 
  • The contract ceiling is $11,000,000 for each of the 6 new contracts awarded, including the award to ACDi who was the successful offeror for 54 of the 76 CLINS.
  • ACDi was also awarded an additional CLIN for unknown, emergent requirements.
  • "This contract award represents ACDi's commitment to Department of Defense programs," said Bill Hornbaker, ACDi's President and CEO.
  • This contract was competitively procured via the beta.sam.gov website with multiple offers received.

Techfrederick's Aspire Training Program Awarded Largest Earn Grant Funding In The State By The Maryland Department Of Labor

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

FREDERICK, Md., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- techfrederick, a non-profit 501(c)(3) coalition of local high-tech companies, just received its 6th round of funding from the Department of Labor, garnering its largest amount of funding in a single grant to date, $439,225. Since its inception, techfrederick's Aspire Training program has been awarded over $1.5m in grant funds through this initiative to offer high caliber, high tech training to local tech professionals seeking to upgrade their occupational skills.

Key Points: 
  • "We are so pleased to continue to support techfrederick through our nationally-recognized EARN
    Maryland program," said Maryland Department of Labor Secretary Tiffany P. Robinson.
  • "It is through programs like these that we will continue to cultivate a highly-skilled workforce that helps Maryland employers to grow."
  • The training techfrederick offers gives me the ability to keep the company I work for ahead in technology.
  • The ASPIRE Training Program offers customized training focused on critical occupations and skill shortages identified by people in the IT community through the Maryland Department of Labor EARN Grant.

Surrozen Announces Appointment of Liz Nguyen as Vice President and Head of Human Resources

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Thursday, September 23, 2021

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Surrozen Inc. (Nasdaq: SRZN), a biotechnology company discovering and developing drug candidates to selectively modulate the Wnt pathway, today announced that Elizabeth Liz Nguyen has been appointed as Vice President and Head of Human Resources (HR).

Key Points: 
  • SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Surrozen Inc. (Nasdaq: SRZN), a biotechnology company discovering and developing drug candidates to selectively modulate the Wnt pathway, today announced that Elizabeth Liz Nguyen has been appointed as Vice President and Head of Human Resources (HR).
  • Ms. Nguyen brings over 20 years of experience in organizational design, talent recruitment, building a performance culture, planning and leadership development.
  • Most recently, Ms. Nguyen served as the Executive Director, Head of HR Business Partnering & Interim HR Site Head of MyoKardia through its acquisition by Bristol Myers Squibb.
  • Ms. Nguyen received her BS in Economy from Virginia Tech and a Masters in Human Resources Management from Marymount University.

ACDi Acquires Branford, CT-based Enhanced Manufacturing Solutions

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Friday, July 2, 2021

FREDERICK, Md., July 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --ACDi, a leading provider of electronics manufacturing services , today announced it has acquired Enhanced Manufacturing Solutions, LLC to expand its geographical footprint, increase manufacturing capacity and complement service and product offerings.

Key Points: 
  • FREDERICK, Md., July 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --ACDi, a leading provider of electronics manufacturing services , today announced it has acquired Enhanced Manufacturing Solutions, LLC to expand its geographical footprint, increase manufacturing capacity and complement service and product offerings.
  • ACDi will be able to offer printed circuit board layout and electronics manufacturing services to clients and prospects in the New England area.
  • "We are looking forward to welcoming Enhanced Manufacturing Solutions employees and clients to the ACDi family," says Bill Hornbaker, President and CEO at ACDi.
  • "The Branford, CT team is looking forward to introducing our client base to ACDi's offerings," states Stephen Giardina, former President at Enhanced Manufacturing Solutions.

ACDI Adds New Sales Leadership in Canada

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

BENTON, Ark., June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI), a leading Channel Intelligence Partner and PaperCut Authorized Solutions Center, is pleased to announce that Jeff McWilliams will take over leadership of the Canadian Sales Team.

Key Points: 
  • BENTON, Ark., June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI), a leading Channel Intelligence Partner and PaperCut Authorized Solutions Center, is pleased to announce that Jeff McWilliams will take over leadership of the Canadian Sales Team.
  • Mr. McWilliams served as the Director of Sales for ACDI beginning April 2018 and has since been promoted to Vice President of Sales as of March 2021.
  • In 2019, Jeff led ACDI to its highest revenue recorded in its 25 plus year history.
  • Jeff's leadership and industry experience will drive the continued growth and expansion of the Canadian team.

ACDI Announces 2020 Owner's Award

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Thursday, May 20, 2021

b'BENTON, Ark., May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI), a leading Channel Intelligence Partner and PaperCut Authorized Solutions Center, is thrilled to present Pacific Office Automation with the 2020 ACDI owner\'s award.\n"I can\'t say enough about the team at POA," says Josh Lane, President, ACDI. "

Key Points: 
  • b'BENTON, Ark., May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI), a leading Channel Intelligence Partner and PaperCut Authorized Solutions Center, is thrilled to present Pacific Office Automation with the 2020 ACDI owner\'s award.\n"I can\'t say enough about the team at POA," says Josh Lane, President, ACDI. "
  • "\nThe owner\'s award is the highest level of recognition that an ACDI partner can receive.
  • "\nThe ACDI owner\'s award is presented to a qualifying independent reseller who demonstrates excellence in selling solutions.
  • Since 1994, office equipment suppliers have trusted ACDI to provide industry-leading capture, print management, and cost-recovery solutions to streamline the complete document lifecycle.

ACDI Adds Chief Operating Officer to Roster

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Thursday, February 4, 2021

BENTON, Ark., Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI), a leading Channel Intelligence Partner and PaperCut Authorized Solutions Center, is pleased to announce the addition of Greg O'Briant as Chief Operating Officer.

Key Points: 
  • BENTON, Ark., Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI), a leading Channel Intelligence Partner and PaperCut Authorized Solutions Center, is pleased to announce the addition of Greg O'Briant as Chief Operating Officer.
  • "It isn't every day that you find someone that complements your team as well as Greg does," says Josh Lane, President, ACDI.
  • Newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, Greg O'Briant, says, "I'm incredibly excited to join the team at ACDI as we build on our strategy to become a world leader in delivering business solutions and services."
  • Before joining ACDI, and most recently, Mr. O'Briant spent five-plus years as Chief Financial Officer at Bernhard TME, an engineering and contracting firm.

ACDi Expands Capacity and Capabilities at North Carolina Electronics Manufacturing Plant

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021

NASHVILLE, N.C., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --ACDi, a leading electronics manufacturing services provider , expands manufacturing capabilities and capacity at its Nashville, NC location with the purchase of a fully equipped high-speed Juki surface mount technology (SMT) production line.

Key Points: 
  • NASHVILLE, N.C., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --ACDi, a leading electronics manufacturing services provider , expands manufacturing capabilities and capacity at its Nashville, NC location with the purchase of a fully equipped high-speed Juki surface mount technology (SMT) production line.
  • The purchase of the newly acquired high-speed Juki SMT line was in response to current customer increasing demand, as well expanded capacity for future business development.
  • "Of huge advantage with this SMT equipment acquisition is the added capability for high-speed placement while still offering the significant flexibility needed as a contract electronics manufacturing services provider," commented Kim Boykin, ACDi NC Plant Manager.
  • These procurements reflect ACDi's ongoing commitment to strive for continual improvement in processes, capabilities, and performance to meet customer requirements and exceed their expectations.

ACDI Expanding PaperCut Operations Into Brazil

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021

Mr. Romo joins ACDI after many years as a Solutions Architect within the PaperCut ecosystem.

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Romo joins ACDI after many years as a Solutions Architect within the PaperCut ecosystem.
  • He has facilitated millions in PaperCut revenue for some of the top PaperCut resellers in the area.
  • Mark Hart, Executive Director of Business Development, ACDI, says, "As ACDI enters our fifth year in the Latin American market, we're very excited to begin operations in Brazil.
  • As we continue to grow the ACDI brand with our flagship product PaperCut and other solutions like ScanShare and ACDI Storyboard, we knew that we would need a strong technical lead.