Ventera receives the 17th Annual CARE Award

Reston, VA - November 18, 2009 - Ventera, an information technology and management consulting company, has received the 17th Annual CARE (Companies As Responsive Employers) Award. The award, started in 1992, recognizes outstanding local companies - the best places to work in Northern Virginia - that provide family-friendly policies and benefits and help employees maintain a healthy work and life balance. The CARE award is sponsored by Northern Virginia Family Service.

Ventera's commitment to their employees is reflected through various work-life programs. From covering 100% of premiums for individual and family coverage in health, dental, and vision services to a generous and flexible leave policy including unlimited sick leave and paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child, Ventera's benefits package indicates the high value they place on employees and their families. Work-life balance is a corporate value and it shows. Ventera has a robust career coaching program, provides substantial tuition reimbursement after one year of employment, and offers a flexible work environment for all employees.

Ventera's values of achievement, fun, teamwork, pride and respect are reflected in how the company operates. The CEO and Senior Management Team believe in transparency across the organization. At their quarterly all-hands meetings, Ventera shares a scorecard with all employees that highlights how the company is doing against key financial and operational metrics. Employees appreciate the approachability of management. Even during challenging times, Ventera stays focused on doing the right thing for their employees.

One of Ventera's core operating principles is "Desire to Serve". They exemplify this through their commitment to their employees, clients, and the community.

Ventera is honored to be a recipient of the 2009 CARE Award. Robert Acosta, CEO, accepted the award on behalf of Ventera at the CARE Award breakfast on November 12, 2009 in Reston, VA.