Tier1 Research Announces Fifth Annual Hosting Transformation Summit - North America

The Most Influential Event in the Internet Infrastructure Sector Is Coming Soon.
NEW YORK--(Business Wire)--
Tier1 Research (T1R), the independent IT analyst firm that is the preeminent
source for analysis on the hosting and colocation sectors, is thrilled to
announce the return of its Hosting Transformation Summit - North America (HTS
NA) event. Back for the fifth consecutive year, the Summit will be held
September 14-16 at the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.

For four years, Tier1 Research analysts have consistently delivered an
exceptional conference program providing in-depth analysis on the hosting and
Internet infrastructure sectors. The same level of excellence will be maintained
this year, as the event agenda is set to include a deep dive into topics
including how hosting and colocation providers can actually takeadvantage of the
current economic climate, the impact of 'the cloud' on hosting providers, the
new wave of disaster recovery and much more. Because Las Vegas is the backdrop
for the event, day one of HTS NA will conclude with Tier1's wildly popular
annual Hosting Poker Tournament, which will place attendees at the table across
from their biggest competitor - or their next partner.

Current sponsors for the event are set to consist of some industry heavy
hitters, including but not limited to: Microsoft, DH Capital, Digital Realty
Trust, Signal Hill, Parallels, Carpathia Hosting, DuPont Fabros Technology,
Fortrust, Interxion, Quality Technology Services, Schneider Electric, Turbine
Air Systems (TAS), SunGard Availability Services, TelecityGroup and Verizon
Business. Registration for HTS NA is now open, and additional information can be
obtained at the following website: www.hsvsummit.com/na/2009/index.php.

"Our fifth annual Hosting Transformation Summit presents attendees with a unique
venue where they can not only speak candidly with their peers about the future
of the industry, but also take the opportunity to consult directly with Tier1
analysts," said Daniel Golding, Vice President and Research Director of Tier1
Research and Conference Chair. "In addition to an outstanding conference
program, our exceptional networking receptions with a senior-level executive
audience provide an environment where deals are cut and careers are made."

About Tier1 Research

Tier1 Research, a division of The 451 Group, analyzes the financial and industry
implications of developments affecting public and private companies within the
IT, communications and Internet sectors - with a particular focus on hosting,
Internet infrastructure and IT services. Clients include institutional investors
and technology vendors, along with end users and venture capitalists. These
clients leverage T1R's analytical insight for idea generation, trend
identification, due diligence and grounded opinions, as well as metrics and
forecasts on companies and industries covered.

Tier1 Research is headquartered in New York. For additional information on its
research coverage and services, visit www.t1r.com.

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