(PRWEB) – Leading Web solutions provider Network Solutions, pioneer of the domain name registration service, announces their latest holiday-related promotion: in celebration of Independence Day this July 4th, .US domain names will be available for the discounted price of $9.99.

After the original .com, .net and .org domain name extensions, .US is one of the most popular among United States individuals. The .US domain name is useful in signifying that a business is American owned and operated, as well as for companies for whom the business name .com domain name extension is taken by another organization.

“The World Wide Web is moving beyond .com,” said Sean Kaine of Network Solutions. “As new top level domains are being added, the .US domain name extension remains a popular alternative for domain name registrations.”

Surrounding the July 4th celebration of Independence Day in the US, Network Solutions will have a banner on their Web site storefront offering access to the $9.99 .US domain name promotion.

“Registering a .US domain is just as easy as before,” Kaine added. “But this discount offers added incentive.”

For more information regarding the .US domain name promotion, or to check on the availability of a particular domain, visit Network Solutions.

(PRWEB) Atlanta, GA and Herndon, VA– In the current economy many small businesses are taking a closer look at how their marketing dollars are spent and investigating where a return on investment is most positive. Roy Dunbar, Chairman and CEO of Network Solutions®, has led the development of The Small Business Success Index to help these organizations measure the success and viability of their company.  Dunbar spoke at the Business Power Forum on “Survival & Prosperity: Understand What’s Really Happening” and further detailed the story of his own success and the ways that Network Solutions helps small businesses succeed through online marketing, website creation and more.

The Small Business Success Index examines the critical areas of a business, including Capital Management, Marketing and Innovation, Human Capital, Customer Service, IT Deployment, and Compliance

Network Solutions assists with small business website development, private registration, web design, new domain names, and other online solutions to help companies with the Marketing and Innovation facet of this tool. Many small businesses are looking to the world of online marketing as a cost-effective option.

For more solutions for your small business, visit: www.GrowSmartBusiness.com

Pragnesh Shah to lead the development and execution of the company’s Web channels and enhance the user experience.

Herndon, VA — June 17, 2009 – Network Solutions® announced today that Pragnesh Shah has been named Vice President of Web Storefront. In this position, Shah will be responsible for the company’s web channels, user experience, and content strategy.

“I am very pleased to have Pragnesh join the operations team,” said Tim Kelly, President of Network Solutions. “He’s a great complement to the existing team members and his proven track record of driving customer acquisition, retention, and revenue growth through online channels will be a tremendous asset to the company.”

“I am excited about joining the team at Network Solutions,” said Pragnesh Shah. “I am attracted by the company’s continued strength as an innovative, multi-faceted web services provider.”

Prior to joining Network Solutions, Shah was the CEO of Mobilians International, a mobile and Internet payments company. He serves as an advisor to Web 2.0 and mobile start-ups.

His past experience includes leading the online and mobile Web for the Wireless Division of Sprint Corporation as Vice President/General Manager Internet Business Unit. During his executive career with Sprint, Shah drove web strategy, online marketing, usability and user experience, and web analytics. In addition, as Vice President Product Innovation, he led the incubation and business planning in several emerging areas.

Shah previously spent five years in aerospace engineering with NASA at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.  Shah earned an M.B.A. from The Harvard Business School, M.S. Space Systems Engineering and B.S. Mechanical Engineering degrees from The George Washington University. He lives in the DC Metro area with his wife and son.

(PRWEB) – Leading domain name registration and Web services provider Network Solutions® announces the availability of a new Country Code Top-Level Domain extension. The .IM extension is now available for purchase at a promotional rate for a limited time.

The .IM domain name extension can be used to personalize your Web address (YourName.IM).   The .IM domain can also be used in relation to Instant Messaging. Now, people can create a Web site using their Instant Messaging screen name (ScreenName.IM) to connect online chat sessions with their Web sites. The .IM domain name extension is also applicable to Isle of Man businesses and residents.

“As more and more domains are registered each year, the need for new specialized extensions continues to grow,” said Sean Kaine of Network Solutions. “The .IM extension provides another way to personalize your domain name and allows for a connection between the social aspects of instant messaging and Web presence and can be useful for a number of applications, even beyond personal Web sites.”

The .IM domain extension is currently available from Network Solutions for $15 dollars off the normal domain name registration price the company offers. For a limited time, a one year term for registering a .IM name is only $19.99 per year.

For more information or to check the availability of a desired .IM domain, visit Network Solutions.

Campbell, CA and Herndon, VA  – June 10, 2009 –  In a collaboration that will help millions of small and side business owners, Outright.com has joined forces with Network Solutions®, pairing the free bookkeeping site designed specifically for the self-employed with the top provider of web solutions for small businesses. Starting today, Network Solutions will provide free domain name and website for one year when users sign up for Outright.com’s free bookkeeping service. With the common goal of helping entrepreneurs succeed, this partnership will enable business owners to market their services online and efficiently maintain their financial records, so they can concentrate on growing their businesses in this tough economy.

“Network Solutions has always been proud of the web solutions we provide to small businesses. We are excited to join Outright, a pioneer in online bookkeeping, in giving entrepreneurs a boost during the current economic climate. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and we want to make sure that they are not overlooked during these difficult times,” offered Roy Dunbar, Chairman and CEO of Network Solutions.

Beginning today and through the end of July, any new user of Outright.com will receive from Network Solutions for one full year a free domain name and an online business profile page. The combination of a web presence from Network Solutions and the ability to track income and expenses while taking care of tax requirements from services provided by Outright.com means that anyone from freelancers to contract workers to self-employed and side business owners, will be given the essential tools they need to get their business up and running for free.

Now is a great time for people who find themselves suddenly unemployed to consider going into business for themselves. This partnership provides an incredibly useful and much needed resource to get started.

“Outright is passionate about helping folks who work for themselves, whether they are starting businesses during these tough times or looking to grow their existing businesses—and this promotion with Network Solutions will give those who need it most, unprecedented access to tools to grow their business,” said Kevin Reeth, CEO of Outright.com. “With 50 percent of small businesses still without a web presence , having the tools and support of Network Solutions enables us to provide the self-employed with the services they need so they can do what they do best, service their customers and support their families.”

About Outright.com
Outright.com (www.outright.com) is incredibly simple, online bookkeeping specifically created for the 20 million Americans who work for themselves. Outright offers a streamlined, online solution, with the bookkeeping needs of the small business owners first. Created by entrepreneurs and Intuit alums, Outright’s goal is to keep financial records as simple as possible, helping small businesses accurately track all of their income and expenses to estimate and prepare their taxes. And yes, it works on a Mac too.

1 Small Business Success Index, commissioned by Network Solutions and the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, March 2009

(PRWEB) – Network Solutions®, the pioneer of the domain name registration service and a leading Web services provider for small business customers, announces the availability of the .ME domain extension, a new ccTLD (Country Code Top-Level Domain) option.

The .ME domain name extension has a number of useful applications, especially as more and more .com, .net and .org names are taken. The .ME domain is ideal for personal use and can be registered with your name for a unique Web address.  The .ME domain name also makes for a great call to action in the domain name itself and is optimal for social networking purposes.

“As more and more domains are registered, people need different choices beyond the simple .com,” said Sean Kaine, Director of Domain Services for Network Solutions. “The .ME extension provides a personalized touch to the often impersonal World Wide Web.”

The .ME domain name extension is also ideal for broadcasting a business’ location .ME is also the country domain name for Montenegro.

For a limited time, registering a .ME domain name at Network Solutions can be done for $19.99/year on one, two, three and five year terms. This is $15 off the normal domain name registration price of a one year term.

For more information, or to check on the availability of a .ME domain name, visit Network Solutions.

(PRWEB) – In creating the Web developer community LinkTogether™, Network Solutions® has already begun making it easier for small businesses and Web professionals to connect. Now, with the new Statement of Work Builder tool, getting a jump start on technical and Web based projects is becoming easier as well.

The free Statement of Work Builder, available to Web designers, developers and other members of LinkTogether, is a tool that quickly and easily defines a project request, leading to the easy hiring of contractors with clearly articulated requirements. This unique tool saves time, guides users through the requirement gathering process, and facilitates conversations between clients and contractors.

“Network Solutions is committed to helping your business succeed,” said Roy Dykes, product manager for LinkTogether. “Regardless if you choose to work with a Network Solutions Web Site Design Expert or hire a Web professional on your own, use the Statement of Work Builder to clearly define your project requirements.”

The Statement of Work Builder automatically generates a well-defined project request using the answers to a few simple questions about project goals. The Statement of Work Builder focuses on the following areas: business and project goals, functionality, design and style, online marketing, and delivery requirements. Each user’s answers are collected and a completed statement of work is the result. Users are able to save, print, and even submit their SOW to a Network Solutions Web Site Design Expert to further review the request.

For more information on the Statement of Work Builder, or to connect with Web designers and the Web developer community, visit LinkTogether.

Shashi Bellamkonda and Jill Foster featured in Washingtonian Magazine’s 100 Top Tech Leaders

Herndon, VA – May 19, 2009 — Network Solutions® congratulates  Shashi Bellamkonda, the company’s social media swami, and Jill Foster, editor of womengrowbusiness.com, for making the Washingtonian Magazine’s 100 Top Tech Titans. 

The publication’s editors interviewed entrepreneurs, dealmakers and investors, political and government officials, and corporate and community leaders to compile a list of Washington’s 100 top tech leaders. They focused their search on two factors: 1) success defined as a proven track record in the tech world, and 2) influence, being listened and look to by others for leadership and vision. Bellamkonda and Foster were recognized for their efforts in community engagement and thought leadership.

“Both Shashi and Jill have done a tremendous job reaching out and actively participating in the small business community both online and offline,” said Tim Kelly, President of Network Solutions. “We see social media as an integral part of our marketing efforts. It gives us the ability to engage in discussions with our customers and others who share our passion and commitment to helping small businesses succeed.” 

Shashi Bellamkonda, officially known as Network Solution’s social media swami, has led the company’s social media and community outreach efforts since 2007.  Successfully establishing and building the corporate blog and managing the company’s online reputation, This push paid off when Network Solutions won the 2008 SNCR Excellence in New Communications Award for Online Reputation Management and the 2009 a Gold Quill Award of Excellence in Social Media from the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). Bellamkonda blogs and spends his time helping small businesses use the Internet to market their companies.

Jill Foster, the editor for Network Solutions’ WomenGrowBusiness blog, has created a strong dialogue focused on women entrepreneurship in just a few months since the blog was launched.

Check out our small business blogs at:
http://blog.networksolutions.com (blog focused on helping small businesses grow online)
http://GrowSmartBusiness.com (blog focused on monitoring pulse of small businesses)
http://WomenGrowBusiness.com (blog focused on women entrepreneurship)

Miles Reidy will join the company as Executive Vice President and CFO.

Herndon, VA – May 18, 2009 – Network Solutions,® the leading provider of online solutions for small businesses, today announced that Miles Reidy has joined the company as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO).  Mr. Reidy joins Network Solutions from Sears Holdings Corporation where he was Executive Vice President and CFO.  

 
“Miles’ proven expertise in developing and directing analytical and data intensive functions will offer us fresh insights into our customers’ needs and the products and services we develop to meet those needs,” said Roy Dunbar, CEO of Network Solutions. “I look forward to working with Miles and our executive team on further developing the blueprint for our next phase of growth.”

 “There is a huge opportunity for companies that pro-actively engage small business owners by making it easy for them to take their companies online and market them,” said Mr. Reidy.  “What attracted me to Network Solutions is the strong executive team led by Roy, along with an experienced and involved Board of Directors.”

During his tenure as CFO for Sears Holding Company, Mr. Reidy led the development of strategy and financial management for the multi-billion dollar retailer.  Prior to this role, he spent more than eight years at Capital One Financial Corporation, leading activities in banking integration, corporate planning and financial strategy.  In addition he served as the CFO for Capital One Credit Card and Bank.  Mr. Reidy’s experience also includes senior posts at a number of large commercial banks.

Mr. Reidy received his Bachelor of Science in Finance from the Georgetown University and his Master of Science in Economics, from the Heinz School of Public Policy at Carnegie-Mellon University.

Travis Fore, SVP of Sales & Service, Network Solutions

 

Herndon, VA – May 13, 2009 – Network Solutions® announced today that Travis Fore, senior vice president of Sales and Service, will speak at the 2009 Sales 2.0 Knowledge Share Conference in Boston, on May 21st.  Fore will participate in the “Sales Lead Management 2.0” discussion panel, where he and other sales experts will discuss specific strategies to help salespeople pursue better opportunities, cut lead acquisition cost, and reduce wasted time chasing unprofitable prospects.

 “At Network Solutions we are always reviewing and improving our sales processes and welcome the opportunity to share what we know and learn from others,” said Travis Fore.  “The Sales 2.0 conference is good for lively discussions and I always walk away having gained valuable insights from my peers that have helped my team do their jobs better.”

The 2009 Sales 2.0 Knowledge Share Conference is known for its candid conversations and collaborative sessions that focus on helping sales organizations create their own Sales 2.0 success strategy. The sessions are highly interactive with text message voting where results will be posted instantly. Audience members will be encouraged to interact with live bloggers and follow the stream of twitter messages throughout the day. Attendees will walk away with practical ideas that their sales team will benefit from immediately. For more information about the conference visit:
http://www.sales20conf.com/boston/