Concerto Networks announced today its first franchise owner in the state of Tennessee, Shaun Cook, is operating his Concerto Networks Business Technology Solutions Franchise to serve the Middle Tennessee area. Concerto Networks provides complete business technology solutions and consulting to small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) nationwide and internationally. Cook brings more than 7 years of Information Technology (IT), business and leadership experience to his new post with Concerto Networks.
Each Concerto Networks franchise is positioned to act as an outsourced Information Technology (IT) director, offering services that include initial needs assessments, purchasing guidance, installation, and maintenance of complete office technology systems including business systems, wired and wireless communications and networking, computer hardware and software, and Internet and Web hosting solutions.
"I’m very excited to be the owner of my own business and to be providing a much needed service for SMBs at the same time," said Shaun. "Concerto Networks has made it very easy for me to launch operations, equipping me with all the tools, back-office support and marketing programs to help me get started. Concerto Networks’ high-standards for customer service fits perfectly with the way I like to support my clients. And with all the support I’ve received from Concerto Networks’ Home Office and Franchise Network, I’m ready to get started right away.”
The small- to medium-size business (SMB) market has grown dramatically in the past few years, now accounting for 99.8% of all employer firms in the U.S. (U.S. SBA 2003). These companies increasingly depend on advanced technology, as evidenced by the growth in spending on Information Technology (IT). SMB spending on IT represented 44 percent of all IT spending in the United States for 2004 and is predicted to reach 48 percent for 2005 (Forrester Research 2005). Total IT spending in the U.S. continues to be a multi-billion dollar industry. This has fueled the explosive demand for consistent-quality, nationally branded technology support meeting the highest corporate standards formerly seen only in large companies, but at a price that smaller firms can afford. Concerto Networks is answering this need with its nationwide franchise network of business technology professionals.
"Shaun Cook exemplifies the ideal Concerto Networks franchisee," said Raymond Hivoral, founder and CEO of Concerto Networks. “I am pleased to award him the first Concerto Networks franchise license to service Middle Tennessee. His wealth of experience in both technology and business makes him the ideal candidate to help grow the Concerto Networks brand through the execution of consistent quality service and proactive support for his clients.”
Shaun was officially welcomed to the community by his area Chamber of Commerce Organizations on March 23, 2006. The Chamber of Commerce of Warren County and McMinnville, TN welcomed Concerto Networks Franchise Owner Shaun Cook to the community with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Concerto Networks of Middle TN offices.
For more information about Concerto Networks, visit www.concertonetworks.com.
About Concerto Networks®
Concerto Networks, Inc. is an international franchise business providing professional, consistent-quality computer and Information Technology (IT) solutions to small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), serving a critical function for this rapidly growing market. Concerto Networks goes beyond simple troubleshooting and repair, providing the same holistic approach to IT support and management enjoyed by large companies, while offering significant savings and value to SMBs. The company's model is to build an international business technology solutions network with the expertise, processes, systems and support necessary to provide superlative service to SMBs. Franchises are independently owned and operated by experienced professionals equipped with the latest diagnostic hardware and software for providing on-demand service.
Concerto Networks, Inc. is an international franchise business providing professional, consistent-quality computer and Information Technology (IT) solutions to small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).