TecAccess to Present During Thomson NETg Learning and Training Week

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Contact: Paul Spicer
Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications
(804) 749-8646
info@tecaccess.net

Rockville, VA-- April 4, 2003-- Thomson NETg has asked Debra Ruh, founder and president of TecAccess, to speak during the Learning and Training Week, which will run from April 28 to May 1, 2003, in Washington, D.C.

Ms. Ruh will give her presentation on April 30. Joining her in a panel discussion will be Thomson NETg´s Federal Accounts Manager, Dennis Stone, and its Software Development Manager, Derek Remfper.

Ms. Ruh and Mr. Stone will offer cost-effective solutions for e-learning products that comply with Section 508. They will discuss techniques that make the technology more accessible for person with disabilities. Besides providing a better understanding of Section 508, they will also explain how to incorporate compliance without sacrificing learning. Moreover, Mr. Remfper will demonstrate Thomson NETg´s unique approach to true accessibility.

Thomson NETg (www.netg.com) has been a top e-learning provider for 35 years. It serves individuals, institutions, and businesses with a wide range of educational products. They include e-books, books, software, training manuals, and self-study kits.

Section 508 is the amendment to the Workforce Rehabilitation Act of 1973 that was signed into law by President Clinton in 1998. It requires all federal departments, agencies, contractors, and federally funded companies to make their electronic and information technology accessible to people with disabilities. The law covers the development, maintenance, procurement, and use of these technologies.

About TecAccess

TecAccess is the most awarded risk management and accessibility consultancy in the world. TecAccess turns potential risks into a marketplace advantage through leading accessibility services and products. With a focus on Section 508 compliance, TecAccess makes Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) accessible to the world´s largest and fastest growing demographic - people with disabilities. TecAccess is a certified Woman-Owned and SBA certified 8(a) and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB).

For further information about TecAccess, please call: (804) 749-8646, e-mail info@tecaccess.net, or visit our website at www.TecAccess.net.

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