Mark Powell, President and CEO of Sidus Data Announced as New President of the Anne Arundel Tech Council (AATC)

Annapolis, MD (November 1, 2004) - Sidus Data today announced it's President and CEO, Mark Powell, has been appointed president of the Board of Directors for the Anne Arundel County Technology Council (AATC).

Supported by a grant from the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC), AATC's mission is to attract new technology companies to the county, and help emerging technology companies grow and prosper in the dynamic environment. The organization represents the common interests of members located throughout the Annapolis, Baltimore and Washington, DC areas, providing them with a voice in the marketplace.

"Anne Arundel County is just beginning to show its technology potential", says Powell. "The total number of AATC members in Anne Arundel County is growing day by day. Since the technology market is at a critical point in its growth, this is the best moment to reinvigorate our program to help get additional organizations on board to use our services that will help enhance their business."

The AATC exists to serve as a resource to help meet technology companies' business, education and networking needs. They also help enhance public understanding of technology-related issues. Membership is available by contacting AATC at or by visiting their Web site www.aachtc.org.

About Sidus Data
Since 1999, Sidus Data has been providing data center solutions for businesses throughout the U.S., and the world, in a broad range of industries. With an integrated approach of Managed Hosting, Data Center Operations, and Customized Solutions, Sidus has designed and implemented thousands of solutions to execute our clients' business strategies.

News and information are available at www.sidusdata.com  or by calling Sidus Data directly at 410-451-1503/888-99-SIDUS.

About the Anne Arundel Technology Council
Founded in 1992, the Anne Arundel Tech Council is a non-profit organization supported by a grant from the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation. Their mission is to attract new technology companies Anne Arundel County, and help emerging technology companies grow and prosper in the dynamic environment. They do this by serving as a resource that meets technology companies' business, education and networking needs, in addition to helping enhance public understanding of technology-related issues. For more information about AATC, visit www.aachtc.org, or call 410-222-7410.

Contact: Cathy Shaw
410-897-1050 ext. 112
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