Brady Upgrades to Save UNCW Nearly $9 Million

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WILMINGTON, N.C. (February 22,2011) — Sustainability at its best will be showcased at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 23, when University of North Carolina Wilmington Chancellor Rosemary DePaolo tours $4.5 million of mechanical and electrical upgrades that will save the state of North Carolina $8.9 million. The tour will begin in Alderman Hall, room 215.

Chancellor DePaolo will tour the newly renovated campus facilities, which include upgrades such as energy-efficient boilers and solar tubes, with Jim Brady, president of Brady Services (www.bradyservices.com), the energy solutions provider who serviced the upgrades. In July 2010, Brady, a Trane® franchise that provides high-efficiency HVAC systems and comprehensive building solutions for commercial and industrial facilities in N.C., began the upgrades at UNCW as part of a performance contract.

The UNCW performance contract, the first in the 17-campus UNC System to include day lighting as an energy savings strategy, guarantees at least $333,000 in annual energy savings, a total of $8.9 million over the 20-year life of the agreement.

Trane Comfort Solutions Inc. assumes the financial risk of the project, enabling UNCW to use future energy savings to pay for up-front costs and eliminating the need to use capital improvement budgets to upgrade systems. The agreement guarantees that if energy savings projections are not achieved, Trane will write the university a check for the difference. Energy savings audits and financial reconciliation will be conducted annually.

The unique day lighting solar tubes added to Randall Library will be toured, along with additional upgrades designed to increase energy efficiency and/or reduce water consumption including HVAC upgrades, automated lighting, added connections to central plants and more.

Brady Services provides administrative and engineering support, as well was management of the installation of the energy conservation measures. Brady Services, a N.C. company, provides sustainable, comprehensive building solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. For more information, visit www.bradyservices.com or call 1.800.849.1915.

More Than $100,000 Raised at Krispy Kreme Challenge

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RALEIGH, N.C. (February 11, 2011)—The organizing committee of the 2011 Krispy Kreme Challenge (www.krispykremechallenge.com) announces today that more than $100,000 was raised for the North Carolina Children’s Hospital during the seventh annual event. A record 7,500 participants registered for the race, which took place on February 5, 2011.

“We were amazed and thankful to be able to nearly double our $55,000 donation from last year,” said Rebekah Jewell, North Carolina State University Park Scholar and public relations co-chair for the Krispy Kreme Challenge. “These funds help improve the lives of sick children, and our donation would not be possible without tremendous support from participants, sponsors and the community.”

In order to complete the Krispy Kreme Challenge, competitors began at the N.C. State Bell Tower, ran two miles to the Krispy Kreme store on Peace Street, ate a dozen glazed doughnuts, and then ran two miles back to the Bell Tower—all in under one hour. Jeffery Glick, 27, was the overall and top male finisher, completing the challenge in 28:31. Trisha Moore, 28, was the top female finisher, completing the challenge in 36:30.

Beginning as a dare between 10 N.C.  State students in 2004, the race is organized entirely by the school’s students. It has grown exponentially, attracting runners and enthusiasts from all corners of the country and beyond. Runners from 39 states and one Canadian Province took part in the event this year.

About the Krispy Kreme Challenge: Now in its seventh year, the Krispy Kreme Challenge has grown to an astounding 7,500 participants and was listed as #85 on the “102 More Things You Gotta Do Before You Graduate” list by Sports Illustrated. Organizers wanted the challenge to be a unique tradition, but saw the opportunity to use it as a means to give back to the local community as well. It was no surprise when organizers selected The N.C. Children’s Hospital as the beneficiary of this ultimate collegiate challenge. Visit www.krispykremechallenge.com for more information.

About the North Carolina Children’s Hospital: The North Carolina Children’s Hospital is a specially designed hospital that caters to the needs of children that are sick or injured, and their families. The state-of-the art facility was designed with children in mind, and provides conveniences to the patients that help them to just be kids, such as a two-story play atrium designed to look like an outdoor park. In addition, the hospital has North Carolina’s only fully accredited hospital school, which keeps patients from kindergarten to 12th grade on top of their studies. The medical amenities include a newborn critical care facility, a cardiac care unit, and a comprehensive cancer center. For more information, visit www.ncchildrenshospital.org.

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DocuSource Partners with Women’s Center of Wake County

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RTP, N.C. (February 8, 2011) — DocuSource of NC (www.docusourceofnc.com), a marketing services provider of printing and communication materials as well as Web portals for document storage and ordering, is sponsoring the seventh annual Bachelor Bid for Charity (www.bachelorbidforcharity.com). The company has provided printing services each year since the event’s inception in 2005.

Proceeds benefit the Women’s Center of Wake County (www.wcwc.org), a nonprofit that provides an array of services for low-income and homeless women and children. These include food, clothing, shelter and support services, as well as transitional and affordable housing options.

“We are so thankful for DocuSource’s sustained commitment to our cause,” says Jean Williams, executive director of the Women’s Center. “The generosity from our corporate partners helps us address the most critical needs of women and children in Wake County.”

The Bachelor Bid for Charity is being held on February 19, 2011 at Delightful Inspirations in Raleigh. A date with the area’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes will be auctioned off during the Mardi Gras-themed event. Sharon Delaney, host of My Carolina Today, is serving as emcee. The evening will also feature live entertainment as well as silent and live auctions.

“DocuSource believes that it is particularly important to continue our support of community-based programs during these challenging times,” says Kathy Murchison, president and CEO of DocuSource of NC. “The Women’s Center of Wake County continues to positively impact the lives of women and children, and we are proud to lend our support through the Bachelor Bid for Charity.”

In addition to its commitment to the Women’s Center, DocuSource has supported more than 20 local organizations. These include: Be Active North Carolina, Boys and Girls Club of Wake County, Meals on Wheels, Ronald McDonald House, Tammy Lynn Memorial Foundation, SPCA of Wake County, and the Raleigh and Durham Rescue Missions.

About DocuSource of NC, LLC:
DocuSource, a full-service resource for printing and communication materials, has built its success on providing businesses that most important element-visual impression. From customized marketing, training and technical documents; to life-size graphics; to an online document management system, DocuSource delivers communication relevant to each client’s success. Headquartered in Research Triangle Park, N.C., DocuSource is a woman-owned and FSC-certified green printer with a complete fulfillment and distribution operation. The customer care experts at DocuSource offer a customized approach to maximize their clients’ printing needs, adding value and saving time. Using state-of-the-art resources, DocuSource printing experts create tailored solutions including personalized booklets, binders, DVDs, large format color graphics and much more. From start-ups to Fortune 1,000 brands, DocuSource has proven relationships with servicing industries such as health and pharmaceutical, contract research, education and software development. Visit www.docusourceofnc.com or call (919) 459-5900.

HPG Continues Longtime Support of CED

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RALEIGH, N.C. (February 3, 2011) — Hughes Pittman & Gupton, LLP (www.hpg.com), the largest CPA firm headquartered and staffed in the Research Triangle Park region of North Carolina, is sponsoring the 2011 CED Biotech/Life Science Conference. The 20 th annual event will be held on February 21-22 at the Raleigh Convention Center.

“North Carolina continues to be a focal point for the growing life sciences industry, and we are proud to support the CED as it stokes this acceleration,” says Tim Gupton, HPG partner and former CED board chair. “The conferences, seminars and workshops provide invaluable educational and networking opportunities that will help our knowledge-based industries team provide added value to our clients.”

The 2011 Biotech/ Life Science Conference integrates industry leadership, technology, and entrepreneurship for the Southeastern biotech community. It provides an in-depth look into the life science industry and offers a networking opportunity for professionals to discuss emerging trends in the field. North Carolina Governor Beverly Perdue will open the conference, and more than 20 industry leaders will speak on timely topics such as financing, personalized medicine and regulations. Event information is available at http://www.cednc.org/content/biotech+life+science+conference/12142.

HPG knowledge-based industries team members have a long history of active involvement with CED, including sponsorship and committee participation for various initiatives. In addition to serving as board chair, HPG partner Tim Gupton is the founder of the CED FastTrac Tech program. Gupton and partner Brooks Malone are also recipients of the organization’s Outstanding Service to Entrepreneurs Award.

About Hughes Pittman & Gupton, LLP (HPG): HPG is the largest CPA firm headquartered and staffed in the Research Triangle Park region of North Carolina, as ranked by the Triangle Business Journal. More than just an accounting firm, HPG assists clients in looking beyond the bottom linesm by being the right people, right value and right firm to achieve each client’s definition of success. HPG is a member of CPAmerica International and affiliated with the Crowe Horwath International alliances of firms, with offices worldwide. The firm leverages this to provide national and global accounting resources to its clients. HPG offers a wide array of business accounting, auditing, corporate tax and management advisory services. Specialties include serving owner-managed, investor-backed technology and life science organizations, healthcare services, real estate development, manufacturing and distribution businesses, as well as providing ERISA audits, family wealthcare services and Sarbanes-Oxley internal audit services.

HPG has remained committed to advancing a thriving Triangle community since its founding in 1983. In recognition, the firm is the recipient of two Pinnacle Business Awards by the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce; the 2009 Large Entrepreneurial Business Award and the 2010 Integrity in Business Award. Additionally, HPG has been certified Green Plus by the Institute for Sustainable Development for integrating environmental sustainability efforts into company culture, and has been named one of the top 100 Best Accounting Firms to Work For in the country by Accounting Today. Visit www.hpg.com or follow HPG on Twitter at http://twitter.com/HPGcpas.

About CED CED is a private, non-profit organization that provides the entrepreneurial community in the Research   Triangle Park region with the necessary tools, connections and resources to start something new – from an idea, to a company or even, a relationship. CED’s extensive range of initiatives from personal consultations and mentoring to educational programs and conferences empower entrepreneurs to transform ideas into businesses and to take existing businesses to the next level. Visit www.cednc.org for more information.

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Brady Associate Receives National Award

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GREENSBORO, N.C. (February 1, 2011) — Brady (www.bradyservices.com), a company that provides high-efficiency HVAC systems and comprehensive building solutions for commercial and industrial facilities across North Carolina, announces today that Al Kuhnemann has been chosen as the first recipient of the EarthWiseTM Systems Leadership Award presented by Trane. Kuhnemann was selected for this national award because he has been instrumental in incorporating EarthWise Systems into every aspect of the company’s operation.

EarthWise Systems follow the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Responsible Use program principles to provide documented, sustainable, high-efficiency/low-emission products, systems and solutions for building design. Brady uses the strategy to evaluate and compare multiple system design scenarios and find the best configuration of solutions to meet the specific needs of each client.

“Al’s dedication to finding the right solution for each client’s unique needs has earned him respect among clients and peers,” says Jim Brady, president. “Everyone at Brady is proud of Al’s accomplishments.”

Kuhnemann is the global sales leader for Brady, working out of the Greensboro, N.C. headquarters. He has been with the company since 1969.

About Brady:
Brady is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina with offices in Raleigh, Fayetteville, Wilmington and Charlotte. Founded in 1962 by Chairman Don Brady, the company remains a family owned enterprise, today employing nearly 300 associates. The company works with building owners, facility managers, developers, architects, engineers and contractors providing sustainable, comprehensive building solutions for commercial and industrial facilities. Brady provides customers with a diverse range of solutions including building automation, energy conservation, green design, performance contracts, mechanical systems, parts and supplies, as well as responsible technical support. For more information, visit www.bradyservices.com or call (800) 849-1915.