Command Alkon CTO Named Enterprise Finalist in Alabama CIO of the Year Awards

Chosen for Demonstrating Excellence in Technology Leadership


BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Jan. 29, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Command Alkon, the leading Supplier Collaboration Platform for Construction’s Heavy Work, announces that CTO and VP Engineering, Charles Evans, has been named as a finalist for the 2019 Alabama CIO of the Year ORBIE® Awards in the Enterprise category. The CIO of the Year ORBIE Awards, sponsored by the Alabama CIO Leadership Association, is the premier technology executive recognition program in the US. Charles was chosen for demonstrating excellence in technology leadership; leading the development of new products and technologies, while further enhancing the business value derived from Command Alkon’s current suite of world-class products.

“This is a meaningful recognition of Charles’ dedication to taking digitization to the next level of innovation and value to our customers across the construction industry,” said Phil Ramsey, CEO of Command Alkon. “I extend my congratulations to Charles and his entire team who exemplify the break-through thinking vital to keeping our industry vibrant.”

Finalists for the CIO of the Year ORBIE Awards were selected based on the size and scope of their responsibilities, leadership and management effectiveness, the business value created by technology innovation and their engagement in industry and community endeavours. Charles has been instrumental in setting the direction for Command Alkon’s Supplier Collaboration Platform and associated products that bring digital transformation to contractors, suppliers, haulers and bulk material producers in the construction industry.

Finalists will be recognized at the Finalist Reception and Executive Dinner on March 19, 2019. Charles is one of five finalists in the Enterprise category. Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on May 3rd in Birmingham. The Alabama CIO Leadership Association (AlabamaCIO) consists of members from prominent Alabama organizations who meet to share ideas, best practices and experiences relevant to top technology leaders.

ABOUT COMMAND ALKON

At Command Alkon, we believe in building an amazing world. As the Supplier Collaboration Platform for Construction’s Heavy Work, we’re dramatically improving how contractors, bulk material suppliers, logistics providers, jobsite inspectors, project owners, and more interact. Our See Together, Work Together, and Grow Together capabilities deliver increased productivity, real-time visibility, keen business insights, and certainty of outcomes when building the things that matter. For over 40 years, our people, software and technology have empowered customers to achieve greater levels of quality and profitability across their projects and operations.  Command Alkon is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama and has offices in locations around the globe. For more information, visit commandalkon.com.

For More Information, Contact:
Becky Boyd
MediaFirst PR
(770) 642-2080 x 214
becky@mediafirst.com

Karli Langner
Command Alkon
(205) 879-3282 x 3968
klangner@commandalkon.com

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