Spectrum President & CEO Appointed to the Virginia Port Authority Board of Commissioners
On Tuesday July 26, Spectrum President & CEO Jeff Wassmer was sworn into office as a Commissioner of the Virginia Port Authority. Jeff was appointed by Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell and will serve on the 12 member Board of Commissioners which oversees the 43 billion dollar shipping industry within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The Board of Commissioners is guided by the Port Authority’s Vision: The Port of Virginia will be the primary gateway for international cargo transported through the Mid-Atlantic and Mid-West regions of the United States. The Virginia Port Authority will promote economic development and stimulate job growth within the Commonwealth through international trade. (more…)
Spectrum Announced as a Best Place to Work by Inside Business
Newport News, VA – On July 18, 2011 Spectrum employee-owners attended the Inside Business Best Places to Work Hampton Roads luncheon and awards ceremony where Spectrum was announced as a top winner in the mid-sized company category. Spectrum’s President & CEO accepted the award.
Inside Business explains that the Best Places to Work, “Sponsored by Inside Business annually, honors companies in our community that go above and beyond to create a positive working environment for their employees. From helping employees be healthier to making sure they have fun at work, these companies go the extra mile.” (more…)
Spectrum Sponsors Run for the Dream
Newport News, VA – May 21, 2011 Spectrum, a veteran-owned business headquartered in Newport News, VA, sponsored Run for the Dream, one of the most anticipated races of the year. This inaugural event featured an 8K/Fun Run on May 21st as well as a Half Marathon on May 22nd in Williamsburg, Virginia. An Achievable Dream organized and hosted the weekend races to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project, which provides assistance to injured military veterans and An Achievable Dream itself, a Kindergarten through twelfth-grade school in the Newport News area offering a cultivating, positive, and high-success environment for underprivileged children. (more…)
Spectrum Foundation Hosts Second Annual Golf Tournament
Newport News, VA – On May 5, 2011 the Spectrum Foundation hosted its 2nd Annual Spectrum Foundation Golf Tournament at the Kiln Creek Golf Course and Country Club located in Newport News, VA. The weather was beautiful, the food was delicious and the fellowship made for a wonderful event. (more…)
Spectrum Announces Multiple Year USAF Contract Award
Newport News, VA – April 28, 2011 Spectrum, a veteran-owned business headquartered in Newport News, VA, was notified by the USAF that it has been awarded a multi-year, multi-million dollar contract totaling approximately $8.5M. The contract leverages Spectrum’s core capabilities and performance to deliver highly technical solutions to develop and deploy a cross-domain, globally-connected, agile intelligence information enterprise. (more…)
Spectrum Receives Fantastic 50 Award
Newport News, VA – On April 28, 2011 the Virginia Chamber of Commerce honored Spectrum, by presenting the company with the Fantastic 50 Award for 2011 at the Chamber’s 2011 Fantastic 50 Banquet held on April 28, 2011 at the Westfields Marriott in Chantilly, VA. This is the fourth year that Spectrum has received this mark of distinction. In addition, Spectrum placed number eighteen on the list. The Fantastic 50 Award recognizes 50 of the fastest growing companies in Virginia for their achievement in the business arena as well as the vital role that they play in ensuring that Virginia’s economy remains exuberant. (more…)
Spectrum Appoints Alan Paolucci as Assistant Vice President
Newport News, VA – On March 14, 2011 Spectrum, a veteran-owned business that serves the Department of Defense and other federal agencies, announced the appointment of Alan Paolucci as Assistant Vice President and Director of Integrated Solutions & Research, effective March 14, 2011. (more…)
Spectrum Announces Multiple USAF Contract Awards
Newport News, VA – February 22, 2011 Spectrum, a veteran-owned business headquartered in Newport News, VA, was notified by the USAF that it had been awarded three multi-year, multi-million dollar contracts totaling approximately $12M. The contracts leverage Spectrum’s core capabilities and performance to deliver highly technical solutions to develop and deploy a cross-domain, globally-connected, agile intelligence information enterprise. One contract at Whiteman AFB, MO provides mission critical flight planning and support; USAF catalyst in developing the future of global reach through the advancement of technology. (more…)
Spectrum Foundation Donates to the Fort Monroe Spouses and Civilians Club Fun Run
Newport News, VA – On February 11, 2011 The Spectrum Foundation participated in a Chili Cook Off organized by members of the Fort Monroe Spouse’s and Civilian’s Club. The event also consisted of a silent auction in which local hand-made artwork, privately prepared food and wine pairing for two were the featured items of the evening. (more…)
Spectrum Announces Latest Win
Newport News, VA – On February 11, 2011 Spectrum, a veteran-owned small business headquartered in Newport News, VA, was notified that it has been awarded a multi-year, multi-million dollar contract. The contract will help several Department of Defense customers plan the future of the Joint Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Enterprise. Our work will transform the way warfighters obtain and use mission-critical ISR information. (more…)