Emerald Software of Alpharetta was selected as a finalst for 2 AeA Spirit of Endeavor awards.

Alpharetta, GA (September 19, 2008)

Emerald Software Group, a leading supplier of business process driven workforce management solutions, announces today that the company was selected as a finalist for the AeA Southeast Spirit of Endeavor award for Technology Innovation, and that the company's President, Chuck Ros, was selected as a finalist for the AeA Southeast Spirit of Endeavor award for Technology Entrepreneur. The announcements were made at the AeA's Spirit of Endeavor banquet Thursday night in Atlanta.

"Looking at the quality of the companies who were past recipients and past finalists, this is a great honor," said company President, Chuck Ros. "This is great company to keep, and I'm particularly proud of the recognition we're receiving for the innovation of all the great people that I work with at Emerald Software Group."

Past award winners have included companies and executives from Definition6, RenovoData, TalentHire, Cbeyond, Web.com, PlayMotion!, Scientific Atlanta, Cisco Systems, Internet Security Solutions, and others. The AeA Spirit of Endeavor awards are announced annually.

AeA is the nation's largest technology association representing all segments of the high-tech industry and is dedicated solely to helping its member's top line and bottom line. AeA does this in partnership with small, medium, and large member companies by lobbying governments at the state, federal, and international levels, providing access to capital and business opportunities, and offering select business services and networking program. The association's website is www.aeanet.org.

Emerald Software, based in Alpharetta, Georgia, is a pioneer in applying true business process management technology to real business challenges, particularly those in workforce management. The company's AllegroHR Suite includes functions for paperless new employee onboarding, the industry's only employee lifecycle based materials requisitioning, personnel action notices, and a full suite of employment verification services.