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News Release 01-03-2007
Engineering Services Network, Inc. (Corporate Press Release)

ESN Names Nichols Director of New England Operations
Navy Veteran Brings 35 Years of Technical and Military Expertise to ESN Team

ARLINGTON, VA (Jan. 3, 2007) – Engineering Services Network Inc. (ESN), a trusted leader in engineering and technology solutions based in Arlington, VA, has named Dennis W. Nichols its director of New England operations.

A Navy veteran, Nichols brings more than 35 years of experience in the defense and private sectors to ESN, a service-disabled, veteran-owned company. In his new role, Nichols will have the primary responsibility for all operations activities, including marketing ESN’s services to Department of Defense customers in the New England region.

“Dennis Nichols brings a wealth of experience and capabilities to the ESN team,” ESN President and CEO Raymond F. Lopez Jr. said. “His technical expertise and know-how will help propel ESN forward as we work together to deliver client-driven solutions to our customers.”

ESN stands shoulder to shoulder with its military and government customers, delivering critical services in engineering and technical support, strategic and program management, testing and evaluation, operations support and information technology.

In his new position at ESN, Nichols will work with the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division, Newport, RI, and other DoD customers to provide solutions on development of combat and sonar systems for existing and next generation submarines. He will also provide expertise to ESN’s executive management team on matters pertaining to procedures, cost estimates, procurement of services and materials, and business development.

“Dennis’ naval background, security clearance and knowledge base will enhance the services ESN offers its clients to meet their mission-critical needs every step of the way,” Lopez said.

Before joining ESN in 2006, Nichols worked for EG&G Technical Services Inc., where he supported the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport Combat Systems Department, Code 25 as a senior manager and systems engineer.

During his military career, Nichols served in the U.S. Navy as a submarine sonar technician. His naval experience includes working as an electronics technician, field engineer, engineer, program/project manager, department manager and operations manager.

He previously worked for Analysis & Technology Technical Services Inc. and General Dynamics.

Nichols received a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of New Haven in Connecticut and is completing an executive master’s degree in business administration. He is a member of the National Defense Industrial Association, the U.S. Naval Institute and vice president of the Rhode Island Chapter of the National Contract Management Association.

As director of New England operations, Nichols will continue to live in Lebanon, CT.
(Engineering Services Network, Inc.) is a trusted leader in engineering and technology solutions. For more than a decade, we have been proudly standing shoulder to shoulder with our military and government customers, delivering critical services for missions that matter. ESN provides services in five key areas: engineering and technical support; strategic and program management; testing and evaluation; operations support; and information technology.

Based in Arlington, VA, ESN has regional and field offices throughout the U.S. and worldwide. Founded in 1995, ESN has achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification. ESN customers include the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, Military Sealift Command, Department of Health and Human Services and other federal agencies. Visit us at esncc.com. ESN is a service-disabled, veteran-owned company.

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