Seagull Software CEO Don Addington Named to Technology Association of Georgia Board
Tag board members active in strategy, growth and governance of association to expand Georgia's technology sector
Atlanta - November 29, 2005 - Seagull Software (AEX: SEAGULL), a leading provider of high-performance solutions that transform legacy business applications into service-oriented architecture (SOA) assets, announced today that Don Addington, President and CEO has been unanimously appointed to Technology Association of Georgia’s (TAG) board of directors. As a board member, Mr. Addington will participate through active involvement in strategy development, gaining access to industry resources, promoting growth and governance of the association; all targeted at expanding the size, achievements and influence of Georgia’s technology sector.
TAG generates opportunities for the personal, professional and business growth of its 2100-plus members while acting as a primary catalyst in fostering a rich environment for economic development within Georgia’s technology community. Since its inception as a non-profit technology group in January 1999, TAG has successfully partnered with the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, Georgia Research Alliance, AeA, and the Georgia Department of Economic Development to promote knowledge exchange and collaboration.
“We are very pleased to be adding Don Addington to TAG’s prestigious board of directors,” said Tino Mantella, President and CEO. “Don possesses a wealth of knowledge and skills in both technology and leadership and will be a tremendous addition to our Board. I am most confident Don’s experience will contribute to executing on our mission,” Mantella concluded.
“I am delighted to be joining the board of directors for this exceptional organization, said Mr. Addington. “As a passionate believer in the potential of Georgia’s technology sector, I have long been associated with TAG and realize its importance as a conduit of collaboration between the Atlanta technology community and the state of Georgia,” he stated.
Technology Association of Georgia members have the opportunity to attend more than one hundred meetings on various topics each year, as well as the Georgia Technology Summit held in the fall. For members, access to the TAG website includes a searchable member directory, white papers, blogging and much more. Membership in TAG helps Georgia’s technologists build relationships to share best practices, explore new technology areas, and evoke investment opportunities.