AITC Ranks No. 97 in the 2024 Inc. Southeast Regionals List

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Advanced IT Ranks No. 97 in the 2024 Inc. Southeast Regionals List

Inc. magazine revealed that Advanced IT LLC, a leading systems integration firm providing Information Technology (IT), training, simulation and professional services, and solutions to defense and federal agencies, is No. 97 with a 185 percent growth over two years, on its fourth annual Inc. 5000 Regionals Southeast list.  This list is the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies based in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Born of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the Southeast region economy’s most dynamic segment–its independent small businesses.

“Securing a spot on the Inc Southeast Regional list is a testament to Advanced IT’s exceptional trajectory and the extraordinary efforts of our team. This accolade reflects our commitment to innovation and excellence. We’re deeply honored by this recognition, and it fuels our drive to continue our expansive growth,” says Juan Navarro, CEO and President of Advanced IT.

The companies on this list show a remarkable rate of growth across all industries in the Southeast region.  These 223 private companies based in nine southern states and in Puerto Rico, had an average growth rate of 166.43 percent; by 2023, they also added 20,496 jobs and $8.8 billion to the region’s economy.

Complete results of the Inc. 5000 Regionals Southeast, including company profiles and an interactive database with sorting capabilities, can be found at https://www.inc.com/regionals/southwest.

“The honorees in our Inc. 5000 network are the Who’s Who of private companies. They’re energizing regional economies as they engineer the future of their industries. Learn who they are and what they do — they’ll be impacting things for a while,” said Eric Hagerman, Special Projects Editor at Inc. Media.

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000 Regionals Methodology
The 2022 Inc. 5000 Regionals are ranked according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2018 and 2020. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2019. (Since then, a number of companies on the list have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2020 is $1 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons.

About Inc. Media
The world’s most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent.  For more information, visit www.inc.com.

AITC Welcomes New Chief Financial Officer, Ivette DeJesus

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Ivette DeJesus

Advanced IT is proud to announce the appointment of Ivette DeJesus as the new Chief Financial Officer, based in our headquarters office located in Winter Springs, Florida.

With an impressive background in finance and accounting, DeJesus brings over six years of experience from her tenure at C4 Advanced Tactical Systems.  She holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance & Accounting from the Florida Institute of Technology, further solidifying her expertise in the field.

In her new role at Advanced IT, DeJesus will oversee the finance unit, playing a crucial role in budget management, cost-benefit analysis, forecasting needs, and securing new funding. Her responsibilities are pivotal in driving strategic and tactical financial decisions that align with Advanced IT’s growth and innovation objectives.

“We are thrilled to welcome Ivette DeJesus to the Advanced IT family. Her extensive experience and strategic approach to financial management make her an invaluable addition to our team,” says David E. Gardner, Advanced IT’s CEO and President. “We are confident that Ivette will be instrumental in our continued success and help steer Advanced IT towards new horizons.”

AITC to Showcase Advanced Technology Solutions at I/ITSEC, the World’s Largest Modeling, Simulation, and Training Conference

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Advanced IT LLC, a leading provider of cutting-edge technology solutions to defense and federal agencies, is proud to announce its participation in the upcoming I/ITSEC conference, the world’s largest event dedicated to modeling, simulation, and training, taking place in Orlando, FL. Following a strategic partnership with FVLCRUM, a private equity firm focused on growth and impact, Advanced IT (located at booth #2370)  is poised to showcase its expanded capabilities across various sectors, including Cybersecurity, IT Systems Integration, Logistics, Live Training, and Medical Simulation (MedSim).

Cybersecurity: Advanced IT will display its comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, emphasizing proactive threat prevention, advanced technology, and compliance with industry standards. Demonstrating a commitment to secure and resilient digital infrastructures, Advanced IT’s cybersecurity expertise is crucial for national safety.

IT Systems Integration: Attendees will witness Advanced IT’s full spectrum of system lifecycle support, showcasing innovative solutions in program and project management, systems and network engineering, and more. Advanced IT’s IT services are geared towards ensuring efficiency and adaptability in the digital landscape.

Logistics: Highlighting its role in streamlining logistics operations, Advanced IT’s comprehensive approach guarantees precision and timely delivery, ensuring the success of mission-critical operations in an interconnected world.

Live Training: Advanced IT’s robust Live Training program bridges theoretical knowledge with real-world application. The immersive, interactive training experiences are designed for industries ranging from military to healthcare, enhancing skills and decision-making abilities.

MedSim: Revolutionizing healthcare training, Advanced IT’s MedSim capabilities utilize cutting-edge technology to create hyper-realistic training environments. These scenarios prepare medical professionals for real-world challenges, elevating the standards of healthcare education.

David E. Gardner, CEO & President of Advanced IT, and Gabriel Ruiz, LTC, USA (Ret), Managing Principal, express their excitement for Advanced IT’s future growth and opportunities to showcase their innovative solutions at I/ITSEC. “Our presence at I/ITSEC is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation. We look forward to demonstrating how our solutions can empower and transform the capabilities of our clients,” says Gardner.

[About Advanced IT] Advanced IT Concepts LLC, a global IT and Training Solutions Systems Integrator, focuses on providing end-to-end solutions to federal government and DoD agencies. With operations across multiple countries and states, Advanced IT offers a truly global reach.

[About FVLCRUM Funds] FVLCRUM is a private equity firm investing in diverse-owned companies, aiming to create sustainable opportunities and foster social change, aligning impact with investment returns.

[Call to Action] Join Advanced IT at I/ITSEC to experience our state-of-the-art solutions and discuss how we can support your mission. Visit Booth #2370 for a closer look at our innovative offerings.

AITC Receives Prestigious HIRE Vets Gold Medallion for Exemplary Commitment to Veteran Employment

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Advanced IT is thrilled to share that it has been recognized with the HIRE Vets Gold Medallion by the U.S. Department of Labor, marking the company’s inaugural achievement of this distinguished award. The HIRE Vets Medallion is the premier federal accolade for employers who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to recruiting, employing, and retaining veterans.

Elevating Veterans to New Heights in the Civilian Sector

The HIRE Vets Medallion Program celebrates the immense contributions that veterans make in the civilian labor market and honors those employers who actively ensure veterans are a key component of their workforce.

Advanced IT’s receipt of the Gold Medallion reflects its deep-seated dedication to facilitating a seamless transition for veterans into civilian roles where their exceptional leadership, discipline, and technical prowess can flourish.

Fostering Veteran Advancement and Integration

For Advanced IT, veteran employment is a holistic endeavor encompassing more than just recruitment. It’s about effective integration into the corporate environment and ensuring success. Advanced IT has implemented robust programs designed to offer mentorship and ongoing professional development, creating an ecosystem that acknowledges the unique talents and prospective contributions of our veteran staff.

Strategic Veteran Employment Initiatives

Advanced IT’s systematic approach goes beyond mere placement; it strives to align veterans with positions that leverage their inherent abilities while promoting personal and professional advancement. Our dedicated efforts include specialized outreach, recruitment, and retention strategies that honor our commitment to veteran employment.

Impacting the Community and Beyond

Earning the Gold Medallion signifies Advanced IT’s broader societal impact. By investing in veteran talent, we enhance a dynamic and diversified workforce while reinforcing our engagement with community endeavors and organizations that stand in solidarity with veteran causes.

Commitment to Ongoing Veteran Opportunities

This esteemed recognition amplifies our motivation to further refine our veteran-centric programs. We envision a corporate landscape where veterans are acknowledged as indispensable assets to innovation and success, consistently presented with prospects to excel in their post-military careers.

In essence, Advanced IT’s acquisition of the HIRE Vets Gold Medallion is not merely a landmark achievement but a foundation for future aspirations in veteran employment. Our dedication to honoring the service and skills of veterans remains unwavering, as we pledge to continue pioneering in veteran integration and employment excellence.

AITC Announces Strategic Partnership with FVLCRUM to Fuel Growth and Innovation

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Advanced IT Announces Strategic Partnership

Advanced IT LLC, a leading provider of state-of-the-art technology solutions to defense and federal agencies, announces a strategic partnership with FVLCRUM, a private equity firm with a focus on impact and growth.  

Founded in 2006, Advanced IT has expanded its services and footprint, providing IT infrastructure, Cyber Security, Live Training, Medical Simulation, Military Intelligence, and more to customers worldwide. Recent successes include securing contracts like ATMP, KSA, TEIS III, and IMCS IV.  

To propel the company’s growth, Advanced IT has partnered with FVLCRUM, a private equity firm possessing significant experience working with government contracting companies. FVLCRUM’s investment aims to provide resources and expertise to support Advanced IT’s continued growth, while aligning with their commitment to customers and employees.  

Advanced IT Founder Gabriel Ruiz, LTC, USA (Ret) now the Company’s Managing Principal, shared, ” We are excited to partner with FVLCRUM and continue our story as a leading service provider to government agencies. “FVLCRUM’s investment will allow Advanced IT to rapidly expand our growth efforts to digitally protect and transform the infrastructure of government agencies in the United States and around the world We are thrilled to expand opportunities for our customers.”  

David E. Gardner assumes the role of both CEO & President at Advanced IT, ensuring the company’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality services and customer-focused solutions.  

Ruiz expressed gratitude to all who contributed to Advanced IT’s success, saying, “I want to thank those who have made this great moment possible. Welcome to Advanced IT’s future!”  

Align BA served as financial advisor to Advanced IT on this transaction.  

About FVLCRUM Funds, (FVLCRUM):

FVLCRUM is a private equity firm that invests in diverse-owned companies, aiming to create sustainable opportunities for underserved communities. FVLCRUM aligns impact and alpha while delivering investment returns and fostering social change. 

SBA Director and Congressmen Visit AITC During Hispanic Heritage Month

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Advanced IT Welcomes Distinguished Guests Congressman Darren Soto, Congressman Maxwell Frost, and SBA Director Isabella Casillas Guzman for Special Visit Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Advanced IT Concepts LLC, a leading provider of state-of-the-art technology solutions to defense and federal agencies, proudly welcomed a distinguished ensemble of guests for a special occasion marking the observance of Hispanic Heritage Month.

On September 25, 2023, Advanced IT had the distinct honor of hosting a visit by the Small Business Administration (SBA) Director Isabella Casillas Guzmán, Congressmen Darren Soto and Maxwell Frost, at its state-of-the-art Orlando facilities. This visit not only underscores Advanced IT’s impact as a success story for Hispanic owned businesses, but also serves as a testament to the company’s pivotal role in advancing technology solutions for the nation’s defense and federal sectors.

Meeting with Advanced IT provided a unique opportunity for these esteemed officials to witness firsthand the innovative work underway at Advanced IT while acknowledging the exceptional achievements of Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Gabriel Ruiz, Founder of Advanced IT.

Mr. Ruiz is a renowned entrepreneur and military leader in the realm of Information Technologies, Cyber Security and Simulation Systems, . Hailing from Arecibo, Puerto Rico, he earned his degree in Computer Science from the University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón campus. Furthermore, he is a source of great pride for Puerto Rico, and in August 2023, Advanced IT received the prestigious honor of being named the SBA 8(a) Graduate of the Year for 2023 in both the Region IV District and the North Florida Region.

During the visit, Mr. Ruiz presented Advanced IT’s trajectory and success story, emphasizing that Advanced IT’s achievements are both realistic and repeatable. He also recognized the key role the SBA, its team, and programs played in helping Advanced IT reach its success. From the University of Central Florida (UCF) Incubator to the Orlando Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at UCF and others, Mr. Ruiz outlined to Administrator Casillas Guzmán how these organizations positively impacted Advanced IT over the years, making Advanced IT what it is today. By addressing Congressmen Soto and Frost, Mr. Ruiz discussed Advanced IT’s expansion to Puerto Rico and its focus on assisting the Puerto Rican government with the implementation of modern and smart technologies and cyber security solutions, while leveraging federal funds destined for the reconstruction and modernization of key systems and infrastructure. Mr. Ruiz invited both Congressmen and Administrator Casillas Guzmán to continue with their efforts of supporting the great people of Puerto Rico.

Gabe Ruiz, President/Founder of AITC Honored with Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative’s Vanguard Award

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Gabe Ruiz, LTR USA (R), President/Founder of Advanced IT, a leading systems integration firm providing professional services/solutions to defense and federal agencies, is a distinguished veteran entrepreneur and advocate.  He has been named the recipient of the Vanguard Award by the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative. This esteemed accolade recognizes Ruiz’s exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to empowering veteran-owned businesses and supporting the veteran community.

The Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering and promoting entrepreneurship among veterans. The VEI provides valuable resources, coaching, mentorship, and networking opportunities, enabling veterans to translate their military experience into successful entrepreneurial ventures and make significant contributions to the business world.

Ruiz’s entrepreneurial journey exemplifies the transformative impact of veteran entrepreneurship. As a veteran of the United States Army and the founder of Advanced IT, Ruiz has demonstrated extraordinary leadership and resilience, both in his military service and his entrepreneurial pursuits. Through his exemplary achievements, he has become a role model for aspiring veteran entrepreneurs.

As the recipient of the Vanguard Award, Gabe Ruiz has been recognized for his outstanding contributions in several key areas, including:

  1. Business Success: Ruiz has led Advanced IT to remarkable heights, achieving substantial growth, profitability, and market recognition. His strategic vision, dedication to excellence, and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction have positioned his business as a trusted government contractor.
  2. Veteran Advocacy: Ruiz has been a vocal advocate for veteran entrepreneurs, leveraging his platform and expertise to raise awareness about the unique challenges they face. He has actively mentored and supported fellow veterans, empowering them to realize their entrepreneurial dreams and achieve sustainable success.
  3. Community Engagement: Ruiz’s commitment to community extends beyond his business endeavors. He has actively engaged with local organizations and initiatives, supporting veterans’ causes, promoting economic development, and contributing to the overall well-being of his community.

Upon receiving the Vanguard Award, Gabe Ruiz expressed his deep gratitude to the Veteran Entrepreneurship Initiative for their unwavering support and dedication to empowering veteran entrepreneurs. He highlighted the importance of fostering a thriving ecosystem that allows veterans to leverage their skills, experiences, and entrepreneurial spirit to create lasting impact to the business landscape.

About the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI)

VEI

Founded in 2013, the VEI’s mission is to empower and support veteran entrepreneurs through business guidance, education, and mentorship.  VEI is more than ever now dedicated to helping empower veteran entrepreneurs explore, grow and succeed in business on a global scale.   The VEI team strongly believes that by accomplishing the mission of empowering veteran entrepreneurs and creating an environment that fosters entrepreneurship and innovation, they will enable veteran led companies to grow sustainably. This will lead to sustainable job creation, revenue generation and a positive regional, and potentially global, economic output.  To learn more, visit https://vei.center.

AITC Named 2023 8(a) Graduate of the Year for the North Florida District, State of Florida, and the Southeastern United States (Region IV)

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SBW Awards 2023

On April 11, 2023, Advanced IT Concepts Inc. was named the 2023 Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Graduate of the Year for the North Florida District, State of Florida, and Region IV, representing the Southeastern United States. The award recognizes Advanced IT’s exceptional growth, performance, and commitment to excellence as an outstanding program graduate.

Designed to assist small, disadvantaged businesses to compete in the marketplace, the SBA 8(a) program is a business development program.  It provides training, counseling, and assistance in obtaining government contracts. Graduates of the program are recognized for their exceptional performance and contribution to the community.

Advanced IT is a leading systems integration firm providing information technology (IT), training, simulation and professional services/solutions to defense and federal agencies with offices in Florida, Arizona and internationally.  It has participated in the SBA 8(a) program since 2012 and successfully graduated in May 2022.  Since graduating, Advanced IT has continued to grow, offering specialized services to customers in the U.S. and around the world, with new opportunities for continued expansion and growth.

“We are honored to receive the SBA 8(a) Graduate of the Year Award for North Florida District, State of Florida, and Region IV,” said Advanced IT’s President/Founder, Gabriel Ruiz. “Our success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, and the support we have received from the SBA 8(a) program. We are committed to continue providing exceptional services to our customers as we support their mission and strategic goals, but also expanding to make a positive impact in the communities in which we serve on a global basis.”

The SBA 8(a) award is a recognition of Advanced IT’s commitment to excellence and the outstanding services it provides to its customers.  Advanced IT is proud to be a graduate of the SBA 8(a) program and to have contributed to the program’s outstanding success.

Florida’s SBA winners will be recognized at two ceremony events planned in May in conjunction with National Small Business Week (April 30 – May 5).  

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the University of North Florida and the SBA North Florida will co-host the 31st annual Small Business Week Celebration on May 5, 2023, recognizing the 2023 Small Business Week Award Winners and lenders in Jacksonville.  Central Florida winners will be recognized at a private event hosted by the SBDC at the University of Central Florida on May 18 in Orlando.  During National Small Business Week, the SBA highlights the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others from all 50 states and U.S. territories annually.

For more information about local winners or programs available through the Small Business Administration, please visit the agency website at www.sba.gov/northflorida or call (904) 443-1900. 

Advanced IT has been recognized for its fast growth, recently earning a spot on the 2022 Washington Technology Fast 50 list of the fastest growing government contractors nationwide, Inc. 5000 list (ranking No. 2054) and on the Inc. Regionals Southeast list (ranking at No. 66).  It has received numerous local awards and industry recognition from various business publications and media outlets over the years, citing its commitment to excellence and industry growth.

About the U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration makes the American dream of business ownership a reality. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.

AITC Exits 8(a) SBA Program

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Program Has Helped Propel Company into Next Phase of Growth

Building upon successful years of rapid growth, Advanced IT has officially “graduated” from the United States Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) program at the end of May 2022.

The 8(a) program is geared to help entrepreneurs launch, grow, and graduate their companies into a successful small business firm. The program provides the tools and knowledge needed to compete for contracts in the open market.

Since its inception in 2006, Advanced IT has evolved from its humble beginnings. The company was founded by former military veteran, Gabriel Ruiz, a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army. He and his wife Sandra Ruiz have spearheaded Advanced IT to grow from a small family-owned business to a well-respected, major international enterprise. The 8(a) graduation is a celebration of Gabriel Ruiz and Sandra Ruiz’ hard work and commitment to establish, maintain, and grow Advanced IT as an exemplary small business.

In the past 24 months, Advanced IT has been awarded approximately $2B in DoD contracts. The company has expanded its success by moving into international markets including South Korea, Belgium, Germany, Uruguay, and Fiji. Advanced IT also supports the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) 2030 Transformation program in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

“Being part of the SBA’s 8(a) program has assisted Advanced IT with growing and succeeding as a small business. As we transitioned through the years of working outside of the federal government, it prepared our company for the next sphere of success and helped to solidify our core strengths to attract large-scale contracts that have a global reach and impact,” says Gabe Ruiz, Advanced IT President.

Company Milestones:

In 2012 Advanced IT was accepted into the 8(a) Program. Since then, these were some of the successful 8(a) efforts achieved during the 10-year program period:

1. Advanced IT received its first 8(a) contract to support the U.S. Army and VA Medical Simulation Logistics efforts operating a 33,000-sf facility to support more than 100 VA Medical Clinics

2. The U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command (ISEC) awarded Advanced IT an 8(a) Top Secret contract to provide Audio Visual Engineering support in South Korea.

3. The U.S. Navy awarded Advanced IT a Global Peace Operations Initiative (GPOI) contract for worldwide logistics and technology support.

4. Advanced IT received a Defense Health Agency (DHA) contract to provide Medical Simulation engineering and support to the NATO Allied Centre for Medical Education (ACME), Belgium.

5. FT Buchanan, P.R. awarded Advanced IT an Engineering Support contract to support the Department of Public Work (DPW).

6. FT Jackson, S.C. awarded Advanced IT a contract to provide Information Technology Engineering and Cyber Security support.

7. PEO STRI awarded Advanced IT a Medical Simulation contract for IT, Cyber Security and engineering support at Joint Base San Antonio’s Medical School’ Transport Medical Training Lab.

8. U.S. Forest Services awarded Advanced IT three contracts over three years to provide close to $8M in IT equipment.

9. The U.S. Department of State awarded Advanced IT a contract for the procurement and delivery of IT equipment to Honduras.

10. Advanced IT received a contract from the U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence (ICoE) at FT Huachuca, AZ, to provide Military Intelligence personnel for critical mission support.

“These are just a few of the countless efforts Advanced IT received during the program. We leveraged the opportunities afforded under the SBA’s 8(a) program by pursuing and receiving countless contracts. These contracts provided critical lessons learned, past performance, and the financial platform for the implementation of systems, processes, and personnel to allow Advanced IT to effectively compete and succeed outside of the 8(a) program. Advanced IT is forever grateful to the countless advisors, mentors, customers, partners, and employees who made this journey a success. Words of advice, if we could do it, others can too!” says Ruiz.

The successful program graduation also signifies Advanced IT’s effective implementation of processes and systems, the development of critical skills, capabilities and past performance, as well as the hiring of committed and focused employees to take the company to the next level in a competitive environment.

AITC Expands Operations

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Leading IT Systems Integrator Adds Southwest Regional Headquarters to Better Serve Clients

Advanced IT has expanded with the addition of its new Southwest Regional Headquarters. This expansion comes on the heels of securing a major United States Army contract: Total Engineering and Integration Services (TEIS IV).

Advanced IT made the $3.5M investment to purchase additional office space located just outside of Fort Huachuca in Sierra Vista, AZ.

“We are very deliberate about our growth strategy, keeping the needs of our clients on the forefront of every decision,” says David E. Gardner, Advanced IT’s CEO. “Expanding our reach to Arizona and specifically the Sierra Vista area allows us to better support our Fort Huachuca contracts while serving existing and future clients throughout the region.”

Previously, the Department of Army, Army Materiel Command (AMC), Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM), and U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command (USAISEC), awarded Advanced IT a contract for information systems engineering and information technology support services. The Total Engineering and Integration Services (TEIS IV) contract is an $800M five-year duration IDIQ contract.

“Our new Southwest Regional Headquarters is a win-win for Government customers current and future and provides Advanced IT with the flexibility to better serve our customer requirements worldwide,” says Larry Singer, Advanced IT’s Chief of Business Development.

“In addition to providing expanded and modern office space for our Sierra Vista employees and several team members, our new facilities will also serve as a technology hub to showcase the latest technology and solutions Advanced IT offers its customers,” says Gabriel Ruiz, Advanced IT’s President.

Local officials Matt McLachlan, AICP, Community Development Director, City of Sierra Vista and Mignonne Hollis, Executive Director, Arizona Regional Economic Development Foundation worked with Advanced IT to make this expansion possible.