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4/25/2008

Saratoga founder, John Temple, publishes first book: Be successful; be spiritual!

Bournemouth, England (April 24, 2008) - John Temple, Saratoga Technologies Director and Founder, has published his first book titled, "Be successful; be spiritual. How to serve God in the workplace.

Dr. John Temple grew up in South Africa where he obtained a degree in electrical engineering. He obtained a Ph.D. from King's College, London in physics and control theory followed later by an AEP (MBA equivalent) from the University of South Africa. From an engineering and scientific background, he moved into management, progressing to various Director, Managing Director or Chairman positions over a thirty year period. His last full-time job was as Chief Executive of Plessey Corporation, a listed company with offices or subsidiaries in eight countries, including South Africa, the UK, Australia and South East Asia. After retiring from full-time work, he founded Saratoga Technologies with offices in South Africa, the UK and the USA.

Ever since his teenage years, he has been a keen student and teacher of practical theology, endeavoring to reconcile his Christian world view with his daily work. He has held positions of leadership in churches in ministries ranging from youth work to eldership. He currently lives with his wife, Yvonne, in the New Forest in England, now retired but still working.

Editorial Review
Be successful; be spiritual! is a thorough study of the biblical principles underlying all of work and business. Everyone, from the person just entering the work force to the experienced CEO, will find valuable Biblical guidance in this book. --Jerry Bridges, Author, The Pursuit of Holiness

Editorial Review
This book will show countless people that true success has a sound spiritual basis and I warmly commend it. --John Blanchard

About Saratoga Technologies:
Incorporated in the United States in 2001, Saratoga Technologies, Inc. is a regional leader in technology solutions. They have locations in Johnson City, TN, Knoxville, TN, Abingdon, VA, Cape Town, South Africa and Bournemouth, England with a variety of solutions working for clients worldwide.

4/16/2008

Saratoga ranked #48 in Accounting Technology Magazine's 2008 national VAR 100 List

Johnson City, TN (April 16, 2008) - Saratoga Technologies was today ranked #48 in Accounting Technology Magazine’s 2008 national VAR 100 List, up from #79 last year. Only two Tennessee based companies made the list of the country’s top accounting solutions providers.

“We are very pleased to have been nationally recognized for a third year in a row as not only a leading accounting and business management software solutions provider but as a growing one as well. Our commitment to this area of our business is paying off and as we continue to grow we are adding new services and products to help address our clients' needs", said Angela Corvin - General Manager of Saratoga's Business Solutions Division.

Saratoga Technologies is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Sage Software Authorized Partner and a Certified Quickbooks ProAdvisor providing support on Microsoft Dynamics GP and CRM, Sage MAS 90/200 and all versions of QuickBooks.

Complete 2008 VAR 100 List >

4/8/2008

Saratoga President, David Temple recognized as a 2008 Leader in Christian Service.

Johnson City, TN, (April 8, 2008) – Milligan College today recognized local leaders who have demonstrated servant leadership in their careers and community at their annual Leaders in Christian Service program at Seeger Chapel.

“The purpose of this program is to provide examples of people who are doing an outstanding job of integrating their faith with their profession,” said Milligan President Donald R. Jeanes. “We see in these individuals wonderful examples of what servant leadership is all about, and what it can look like on a daily basis in a variety of professions.”

Paul Montgomery, vice president for talent management at Eastman Chemical Company, will serve as the keynote speaker for the program.

Montgomery, a graduate of King College, Bristol, Tenn., first joined Eastman in 1991 in the supply and distribution division. A year later he was appointed as a community relations representative for the division. After holding positions of increasing responsibility, he was named director of corporate relations and travel, a position he held until being appointed vice president. Prior to Eastman, Montgomery served as manager of production planning at Texas Instruments.

The 2008 Leaders in Christian Service include:

Jeff Aldridge, Johnson City, serves as an assistant principal at Science Hill High School. He attends First Christian Church in Johnson City.

Bill Darden, Jr., Johnson City, is a senior pharmaceutical consultant with P&G Pharmaceuticals. He attends Munsey Memorial United Methodist Church in Johnson City.

David Howard, Johnson City, serves as the chief financial officer for the Johnson City Power Board. He attends Central Baptist Church in Johnson City.

Patricia Huffman, Johnson City, is the chief financial officer for State of Franklin Savings Bank. She attends First United Methodist Church in Johnson City.

Bobbie Kay Lewis, Elizabethton, serves as a financial analyst for East Tennessee State University's Clemmer College of Education. She attends Gap Creek Christian Church in Elizabethton.

Fred Lewis, Johnson City, serves as the vice president for information technology at Northeast State Technical College. He attends Lone Oak Christian Church in Johnson City.

Sheldon Livesay, Rogersville, serves as executive director of One Accord Ministries. He attends The Bridge Baptist Church in Rogersville.

Danny Matthews, Johnson City, is a vice president with Summers-Taylor. He attends First Christian Church in Johnson City.

Donald Minor, Johnson City, is an HIV/AIDS educator with CVS/Caremark. He attends Clark Street Baptist Church in Johnson City.

David Temple, Johnson City, is president of Saratoga Technologies. He attends Grace Fellowship Church in Johnson City.

Milligan introduced the Leaders in Christian Service program in 2001 to identify examples of individuals from all walks of life who advance the cause of Christ in everything they do. Character, professional and vocational leadership, and church and community service are all considered.
“We are very proud to be recognized as one of the fastest growing technology companies in Tennessee,” said David Temple, president of Saratoga. “We are committed to becoming the premier technology solutions company in the entire region and we want to thank all of our clients who have helped us achieve this record growth.”

1/21/2008

Saratoga Among the First to Become Part of Dell's New Partner Program

Saratoga Technologies - Dell Partnership

Tri-Cities, TN/VA (January 21, 2008) - Saratoga Technologies (www.saratogaus.com) has announced it has become an official Dell Registered Partner enhancing its ability to sell, support and maintain new and existing Dell equipment.

“For those individuals and companies that have made the decision to go with Dell but wished they had local service and support, we can now fill that role”, said David Temple, president of Saratoga. “We are excited to add Dell to our extensive list of technology partners so we can continue to provide this area with the best possible service and support options.”

About Saratoga Technologies:
Saratoga Technologies is a technology solutions company that offers products, software, services and solutions in the IT and telecommunications industry and is focused on enabling their customers to benefit from technology. David Temple is the president of Saratoga Technologies and can be contacted directly at 423.956.4220 or david.temple@saratogaus.com.

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