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IPexpert Begins Offering Associate, Professional and Written (Re-certification) Training for Cisco Certification Candidates via its Cutting-Edge Online-HD-ILT™ Training Solution

IPexpert, Inc. announced today the availability of Associate (CCNA), Professional (CCNP) and Written (CCIE Written) certification training for Cisco certification candidates delivered via their new cutting-edge live, online training solution.

For over a decade, IPexpert has been the overwhelming choice amongst students when it comes to advanced, high-end Cisco (CCIE) certification training, and now they tend to set their sights on also dominating the introductory-level (CCNA) and mid-level (CCNP) career certification market.

IPexpert's Online-HD-ILT™ was designed to create a engaging, "Hollywood-like" live classroom training experience, delivered via the internet, to global students. This new high-end delivery solution allows remote students the ability to grasp technical concepts through a highly-interactive, high-quality interface, which is much more cosmetically appealing, feature rich and engaging than their competitor's traditional online learning solutions. Each course will offer interactive discussions through true voice over IP (VOIP) technologies, live communication abilities, and high definition, high resolution video delivered to and from IPexpert's state-of-the-art recording and training studios, which are located throughout the United States, Europe and Asia.

"We're extremely excited to be able to offer this level of training for our clients", stated Wayne Lawson, IPexpert's Founder & CEO. "We have dominated the advanced Cisco (CCIE) training sector for over a decade, and we can now utilize our world-renowned instructors, stockpile of high-end hardware (used via the web, by our students), and our unmatched Online-HD-ILT™ training solution, to deliver cutting-edge classes to students who are starting out in the Cisco industry. We're going to be able to utilize our processes, methodologies and resources to instantly become a dominant player in this market."

Vik Malhi, IPexpert's Sr. Technical Instructor & Managing Partner said, "Our high-end CCIE students that we have been teaching have requested this type of introductory training, for their staff, for years. We're now happy to have an affective and cost-effective solution to offer them".

About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert has become a global leader serving its niche market, boasting a complete portfolio of self-study training products, workbooks, video training, audio training, classes and online equipment available for rental for Cisco's CCNA, CCNP and CCIE R&S, Voice, Data Center, Wireless and Security certifications.

IPexpert Expands Global Reach with New Online, High-Definition Training Solution

IPexpert, Inc. announced today the launch of their new live, online training solution, which has been trademarked, "Online-HD-ILT™. " Their new training solution is expected to forever change the way students train for Cisco certification exams.

Online-HD-ILT™ was designed to create an engaging, highly-interactive, live classroom training experience, delivered via the internet, to students around the world. This new training concept offers a world-class, high definition studio solution streamed to students using a standard web browser. IPexpert's world-renowned instructors are now able to deliver their high-end, live technical training to students around the globe with this feature-rich interface.

This new delivery format allows students to grasp technical concepts through a highly-interactive, high-quality interface, which is much more cosmetically appealing, feature rich and engaging than traditional online learning solutions. IPexpert's Founder & CEO, Wayne A. Lawson II says, "It's an innovative, clean, and highly-effective training solution that's unmatched in our industry. I'm very excited that our students will now be able to enjoy our world-class training via our "Disney Pixar-like training solution."

Each course will offer interactive discussions through true voice over IP (VOIP) technologies, live chat abilities, and high definition, high resolution video delivered from IPexpert's state-of-the-art studios located throughout the US, Europe and Asia.

"We are excited for our students", stated Vik Malhi, IPexpert's Sr. Technical Instructor & Managing Partner. "We have clients all around the world that have traveled to our facilities for our training, now they can receive the same quality training from the comfort of their own home or office". Lawson adds, "One of the best features of this new learning solution is that in the past, students were previously held back by travel costs, now they have the ability to be "face-to-face" with our instructors, and quality is not sacrificed. Students around the globe will have the option to speak and interact with our instructors as if they're sitting in a classroom with them".

About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is the leading CCIE training company for Cisco networking engineers pursuing the highest technical certification offered by Cisco, the coveted CCIE certification. IPexpert has become the global leader serving its niche market, boasting a complete portfolio of self-study training products, workbooks, video training, audio training, classes and online equipment available for rental for Cisco's CCIE R&S, CCIE Voice, CCIE Data Center, CCIE Wireless and CCIE Security, lab exams.

Jeff Rensink, CCIE Wireless Adds Strength to IPexpert's World Class Team of Instructors

IPexpert Inc, a leading Cisco Certification Training Company, announced today, that Jeff Rensink, CCIE #24834 (R&S, Wireless) has officially joined their highly influential team of CCIE Instructors.

Jeff Rensink has been entrenched in cutting edge technologies for the past several years, with his primary focus being on Cisco's wireless technologies. IPexpert's CEO, Mr. Wayne Lawson stated, "Jeff is going to be a huge asset to our team, we couldn't be more excited to have him on board. He will immediately strengthen our wireless portfolio".

A dynamic suite of CCIE Wireless self-study learning tools, including fully functional internet-based Wireless 2.0 vRacks, self-study workbooks and video-on-demand training modules, is only the beginning for IPexpert. "With Jeff on our team, we're now able to establish a niche as the clear leader in CCIE Wireless training. Jeff will be teaching live classes, as well as classes utilizing our new, state-of-the-art Online- HD-ILT™ solution", stated Lawson.

IPexpert's breakthrough Online-HD-ILT™ training solution, which has not yet been revealed to the public, offers students a remote distance learning class option. It can only be described as a solution that most closely resembles live, 1-on-1 mentoring delivered via a high-definition, custom application. IPexpert expects the launch of Online-HD ILT solution for Wireless CCIE training will fill a worldwide void.

The CCIE Wireless certification is one of the most scarce and sought after in today's market. Previously, with limited training resources available, the CCIE Wireless Lab was virtually impossible to conquer. With the release of IPexpert's CCIE Wireless self-study resources and courses taught by Jeff Rensink, IPexpert has filled the training gap that once deterred students from attempting this distinguished certification.

About IPexpert:
Founded in 2001, IPexpert is the leading CCIE training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco, the coveted CCIE certification. IPexpert has become the global leader serving its niche CCIE market, boasting the largest offering of self-study training products, Workbooks, Bootcamps, and online hardware available for rental for the CCIE R&S, CCIE Voice, CCIE Security, CCIE Data Center, and CCIE Wireless Lab Exams.

IPexpert Unveils New Business Unit Focused on Cutting-Edge IT Training

After over a decade of leading the Cisco Certification Training realm, IPexpert is thrilled to unveil their new business unit in IT Training, Masonic e-Institute of Technology.  Headquartered in China, Michigan, Masonic offers technical training for some of the most sought after and rewarding IT Certifications and technologies on the market.  Masonic will provide IT candidates high quality online, live and onsite classroom training for VMware, Project Management, Cisco Data Center, Juniper, Red Hat, Business Skills, Security certifications and more.

"The formation of Masonic resulted from a considerable number of request to offer IT Certification and technology training outside of the Cisco vertical", said Wayne Lawson II, CEO of IPexpert, Inc. and Masonic. "We have built a world-class brand in the IT Training market,  and we are very excited to watch this business unit take off".

Lawson also noted that the current courses available on the website (www.masonicit.com), totaling over 250 different course titles, are only the beginning of this venture. He plans to continue to expand into all facets of IT, soft skills and sales training.

"With the economy slowdown we've experienced over the past few years, we find more and more engineers looking to broaden their knowledge", stated Lawson, "this is the perfect time to jump into the market. Experience and certifications make any job applicant more appealing and marketable to top IT corporations. "

About IPexpert, Inc:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is an industry-recognized, privately held, Cisco Certification training company for networking engineers pursuing career certifications offered by Cisco, with an emphasis on the CCIE. The company has become a global leader serving its niche market, boasting the most distinguished portfolio of self-study products & Bootcamps for CCIE Lab Training, CCIE Written Training, CCNP Training and CCNA Training.

About Masonic:

Masonic is an IT certification and technology training company that delivers online and live classes focusing on cutting-edge technologies to include Cisco, Microsoft, Juniper, VMware, Red Hat, ITIL, Project Management, Security, IBM, HP, Sun, NetApp, Symantec, Oracle, and Business Skills. 

IPexpert Inc. joins Forces with World-Renowned CCIE x5 and CCDE Mr. Khawar Butt and Networxx to Provide World-Class IT Training to Students in India and Surrounding Areas

IPexpert, Inc. announced today their new plans to form a strategic partnership with world-renowned CCIEx5 and CCDE Mr. Khawar Butt and IT Training company Networxx to provide IT training solutions in India.  This partnership brings together the talents and resources of two of the most recognized training institutes in the world to provide the most elite Cisco Certification training experience in the market.

"Students want to train with the best and get the most out of their investment and that is exactly what we plan to give them, said Wayne Lawson, CEO and Founder of IPexpert, "We want our India-based students to have the same advantages as students elsewhere and we will stay committed to providing them with the highest of quality training. This partnership will allow us to accomplish that."

Networxx has training centers in over 18 locations scattered throughout New Delhi, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Hyderabad, Gujarat, Haryana, Chandigarh, Bangalore, Chennai, Srinagar, Dubai and Sri Lanka. Cisco CCNA, CCNP and CCIE course materials have been personally crafted by Khawar Butt and his team of highly qualified and experienced engineers. Between IPexpert's proven self-study training materials and Networxx's Instructor led training solutions, students are sure to get quality and cost-effective Cisco Certification training.

Lawson added, "It is a privilege to have the opportunity to work with Khawar Butt again, as he is an inspiration to many Cisco Certification aspirants and his proven abilities as an Engineer and Instructor, will generate an incredible amount of success for our students”. Khawar has over 20 years of experience in the IT field and has worked with companies such as Boeing, Verizon, Cisco, Microsoft, Northrop Grumman and many other industry leaders. He happens to be the only person in the world to have 5 CCIE certifications and Cisco’s CCDE certification as well.

About IPexpert, Inc: Founded in 2001, IPexpert is an industry-recognized, privately held, Cisco Certification training company for networking engineers pursuing the highest level of career certification offered by Cisco. The company has become a global leader serving its niche market, boasting the most distinguished portfolio of self-study products and Bootcamps for CCIE Lab Training, CCIE Written Training, CCNP Training and CCNA Training.

About Networxx: Networxx aims to infuse brand new energy in the IT training and certification domain by introducing world class and industry proven courses for producing the next generation of certified IT experts. We take pride in our unique curriculum and training methodology designed for preparing students for Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Exam. The CCIE certification holds the highest level of esteem in the global IT & Networking industry and is regarded as a benchmark for a networking professional’s technical prowess in deploying, managing and troubleshooting complex networking scenarios in IT companies world-wide.

IPexpert Launches CCNA, CCNP and CCIE Written Self-Study Training Products and Classes for the Routing & Switching, Voice, Wireless and Security Tracks

Platinum Placement Services a Premier CCIE Placement Company Launches New Website

Platinum Placement Services, a premier CCIE job recruiting portal, is proud to announce the official launch of its new website targeting CCIE job seekers and organizations seeking CCIE candidates. Platinum Placement Services specializes in finding companies high-end Cisco engineers whom possess Cisco’s CCIE certification – globally.  Platinum has formed a strategic partnership with IPexpert Inc., a global training company which has trained more CCIEs than any other company worldwide.  IPexpert has gained the reputation as the world’s most prestigious CCIE training provider.

IPexpert, Inc. and Platinum Placement Services CEO, Wayne Lawson stated “Our goal is to continue to specialize in this niche market, which will ultimately enable us to be the best in training and placing CCIEs in over 150 countries worldwide”.

With over 10 years of experience in the CCIE market, Wayne Lawson is extremely familiar with the very pricey and time-consuming process of finding high-end talent.  With the development of this new partnership with Platinum, Lawson explained that “businesses can now leverage Platinum’s refined screening processes, qualification verification guarantees and a painless and quick hiring process that will ensure them that they will hire the right candidate”.

Currently, CCIE job seekers and corporations use recruitment agencies or job boards which are geared towards mass clients. Platinum was developed specifically to assist in finding and placing these unique and highly sought-after clients.

In response to the new partnership formed between IPexpert Inc., and Platinum, Lawson went on to say, “We believe that Platinum Placement Services is a great resource for the CCIE community. We are excited to contribute this new module to the community and to its development”.

About Platinum Placement Services
Platinum Placement Services, a CCIE-Focused community, is the foundation of a targeted, industry-specific search firm geared for placing world-wide CCIE-level positions.  Platinum gives CCIE job-seekers a way to find legitimate, hand-screened CCIE job opportunities that are posted from all around the world and allows organizations to target and attract the right CCIE candidates.

About IPexpert
Founded in 2001, IPexpert is an industry-recognized, privately held, CCIE training company for networking engineers pursuing the highest level of career certification offered by Cisco. The company has become a global leader serving its niche market, boasting the most distinguished offering of self-study CCIE Workbooks, CCIE Bootcamps, CCIE Rack Rental, Video Training and Audio Products

IPexpert Celebrates its 10th Anniversary - and Continues to be Industry's Top CCIE Training Provider

IPexpert, Inc. the Industry leader in CCIE Training products and services is proud to announce its 10th business anniversary on Jan 1st 2011. IPexpert President, Wayne Lawson, stated “We’ve made significant strides throughout the decade, and firmly believe that our products have provided a strong, positive impact within the CCIE Community. It’s been an honor and privilege to serve this specialized group of networking experts, and we hope to continue doing so with our utmost dedication.”

Starting in 2001, IPexpert began as small, specialized training company that designed customized CCIE training products and services preparing CCIE Candidates for their upcoming CCIE Lab and Written Exam. Lawson explained, “ When we began IPexpert, we knew we had a niche market, but we also recognized a huge opportunity — CCIE candidates really needed a place where they could study, learn and prepare for their exams, just as law students had courses to prep them for the bar. IPexpert gives CCIE hopefuls an added edge and does it in a way that helps them prepare not just for the tests, but for real-life scenarios, too.”

Along the way, IPexpert has honed its focus and expertise on training solutions for Cisco's CCIE R&S, CCIE Voice, CCIE Wireless, CCIE Security and CCIE Service Provider certifications. Added Lawson, “As technology changed, we knew we had to change with it if we wanted to continue to serve the CCIE community. And we’ve been lucky enough to recognize new instructional demands as software and technology continue to evolve, and subsequently be able to deliver a valuable service to our students. As of Dec 31st 2010, over 1720 CCIE students had attained their CCIE Certification using IPexpert’s CCIE training Products and Services.” According to Lawson, this figure is expected to rapidly increase as the clientele base is expanding.

A decade of success isn’t achieved without some of the best instructors in the industry, and Lawson is the first to give credit where it’s due. “Delivering high-quality instruction is the center of everything we do. Our industry-recognized CCIE experts work diligently in preparing our self-study training products, and conduct highly advanced CCIE Boot Camps, which have helped many students attain their CCIE Certification.”

And when an industry does well, people take notice. IPexpert has appeared in Inc. Magazine’s annual list of the fastest growing privately owned companies in America for the past three years. They also proudly serve every developed nation in the world.

So what does the future hold? Lawson didn’t want to hedge any bets, but he admitted, that there were some irons in the fire. “We plan on publishing a new online CCIE magazine – an online magazine community for CCIE Professionals with very useful & valuable information. We recently launched Platinum divisions for CCIE Job placements and CCIE Consulting services, so we’re pretty excited about where those new modules may take us.”

If IPexpert continues on its upward trajectory, the future looks bright for Lawson and his team. “It’s all about finding ways to serve the expanding CCIE executive population by broadening the range of training activities we undertake, and doing it better than anybody else.”

About IPexpert
Founded in 2001, IPexpert is an industry-recognized, privately held, CCIE training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest level career certification offered by Cisco. IPexpert has become the global leader serving its niche CCIE market, boasting the largest offering of self-study training products and instructor led CCIE Routing & Switching Boot Camps, CCIE Voice Boot Camps, CCIE Wireless Boot Camps, CCIE Security Boot Camps and CCIE Service Provider Boot Camps.

IPexpert Releases CCIE Wireless Workbook, a Self-Study Training Solution for Cisco Wireless Engineers

There are currently less than 50 engineers, worldwide, who possess Cisco’s CCIE Wireless certification. This leading, industry-recognized designation offered by Cisco, distinguishes network engineers as the most technically proficient within Cisco’s wireless arena. 

In February, 2010, Cisco announced that they predicted a wireless-data explosion that will be unlike anything ever seen in internet-data history. “Researchers believe that the amount of data traffic traversing the mobile network by 2014 will be equal to about 1 billion DVDs. By comparison that is about the equivalent of 133 times all the data that has ever been transmitted across a mobile network since networks first were launched in the 1980’s until today,”  (http://www.rfcheck.com/news/Cisco-predicts-wireless-data-explosion.php).

IPexpert, a pioneer in Cisco CCIE training, announced today the availability of their self-paced CCIE Wireless Workbook. This workbook will be of tremendous value to wireless engineers that are planning on attaining CCIE Wireless certification. The workbook concentrates on mastering protocol-focused and technology-focused lab scenarios that are needed to understand the fundamental and complex implementation of Cisco’s Wireless technologies.

IPexpert’s Founder & CEO, Wayne A. Lawson II said, “This is the first product within a full suite of self-study learning tools. We are thrilled to be one of the few companies in the world to offer such high-end training. Within the next 6 months we will be finalizing an entire portfolio of tools to assist Wireless Engineers in passing this complex certification exam. We anticipate the same success that we have had with the other CCIE verticals.”

Along with the release of their CCIE Wireless Workbook, IPexpert has also announced the availability of several CCIE Wireless Racks. These online virtual racks, or “vRacks”, are a large collection of equipment, with a customized graphical interface, used by students via the internet to practice commands and technologies that are similar to those on the exam.

About IPexpert
Founded in 2001, IPexpert is an industry-recognized, privately held, CCIE training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest level career certification offered by Cisco. IPexpert has become the global leader serving its niche CCIE market, boasting the largest offering of self-study training products and instructor led CCIE Routing & Switching Boot Camps, CCIE Voice Boot Camps, CCIE Wireless Boot Camps, CCIE Service Provider Boot Camps and CCIE Security Boot Camps.

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IPexpert, Inc.
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Telephone: +1.810.326.1444
Email: sdesai@ipexpert.com

IPexpert Announces Plans to Releases Complete CCIE Wireless Self-Study and Classroom Training Solution for Cisco Network Engineers

Currently less than 50 individuals worldwide hold the CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert) Wireless certification. This industry-recognized certification offered by distinguishes network engineers as the most the elite in the high-tech wireless networking profession. CCIE Wireless certified engineers are some of the world’s highest paid and most sought after engineers. They’re typically found managing, designing and installing wireless systems and infrastructures.   

To become CCIE Wireless certified, senior engineers spend upwards of 2 to 4 years preparing for an exhaustive 8-hour long hands-on “lab” exam conducted by Cisco (http://www.cisco.com), the global leader in computer networking solutions. IPexpert is a CCIE training organization, focused on preparing seasoned computer network engineers for these industry-recognized and distinguished exams, through various learning solutions including self-study workbooks, video tutorials, video classes, audio courses, online equipment, live online mentoring and instructor-led training courses. 

IPexpert’s Founder & CEO, Wayne A. Lawson II says, “IPexpert is pleased to grow on its record as the world leader in CCIE lab training with our first-to-market complete self-study and classroom portfolio for CCIE Wireless candidates. We’ve become the “go to organization” for CCIE training, and we are going to be laser-focused on this track. Wireless is a very hot technology and we see this becoming one of the most coveted tracks within the CCIE certification arena.”

IPexpert plans on adding 4 self-study CCIE Wireless workbooks, a CCIE Wireless video on demand class, a CCIE Wireless audio on demand class and video tutorials for all workbook material. IPexpert’s CCIE Wireless training product portfolio also provides students with access to a collection of Cisco Wireless hardware and applications so students can gain the vital “hands on” preparation over the internet, regardless of their geographical location. IPexpert also provides free online mentoring to all of their students so they can be trained on various topics and technologies that are seen on this grueling exam. In addition to self-study resources, IPexpert has announce a 5-Day CCIE Wireless Boot Camp that they plan on running in January, 2011.

About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is the leading CCIE training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco, the coveted CCIE certification. IPexpert has become the global leader serving its niche CCIE market, boasting the largest offering of self-study training products, Workbooks, Bootcamps, and online hardware available for rental.

IPexpert Announces Technical Enhancements to CCIE Routing & Switching Class for CCIE Candidates

Computer networking engineers working toward the Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert (CCIE) Routing and Switching (R&S) certification now have additional tools to aid in their training. The CCIE is the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems, a global network provider. The individuals currently who currently hold the CCIE designation are among the elite pool of true network experts worldwide.

IPexpert, Inc. has unveiled a new training interface for their industry-leading classes geared at helping students pass the prestigious CCIE certification. The interface, announced today, has enabled them to provide an offering that’s similar to the real certification exam and unmatched by any technical training institution worldwide. This innovation in CCIE Routing & Switching training allows the candidate to experience an environment that will better prepare them for an already challenging certification exam.

 "The CCIE is the most sought after career certification for the most technically advanced engineers," explained Wayne A. Lawson II, Founder & President of IPexpert. "We are pleased to be able to offer our students this new training solution and we’re proud to be the first to market such a great training aid. This interface will enable students to feel like they’ve already experienced this difficult lab exam, and hopefully give them an advantage and improve their chances at passing this rigorous certification.”

About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is the leading CCIE training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems, the coveted CCIE certification. IPexpert has become the global leader serving its niche CCIE market, boasting the largest offering of self-study training products, Workbooks, Bootcamps, and online hardware available for rental. IPexpert’s CCIE Routing & Switching Workbooks, CCIE Routing & Switching Bootcamps along with other Self study products are very popular amongst Routing & Switching Candidates. Visit www.ipexpert.com for more information.

IPexpert Releases Complete CCIE Voice 3.0 Self-Study Training Solution for Cisco Network Engineers

Less than 22,000 individuals worldwide currently hold the CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert) certification. This industry-recognized designation offered by Cisco Systems, Inc. distinguishes network engineers as the most the elite in the computer networking profession. Within this distinguished group of certified professionals, less than 1,500 of these industry experts have honed in the Voice specialization; the CCIE Voice certification. CCIE Voice certified engineers are some of the world’s highest paid and most sought after engineers. They’re typically found managing, designing and installing IP-based Cisco telephony systems and infrastructures.   

To become CCIE Voice certified, senior engineers spend upwards of 2 to 4 years preparing for an exhaustive 8-hour long hands-on “lab” exam conducted by Cisco (http://www.cisco.com), the global leader in computer networking solutions. IPexpert is a CCIE training organization, focused on preparing seasoned computer network engineers for these industry-recognized and distinguished exams, through various learning solutions including self-study workbooks, video tutorials, video classes, audio courses, online equipment, live online mentoring and instructor-led training courses. 

IPexpert’s Founder & CEO, Wayne A. Lawson II says, “IPexpert is pleased to grow on its record as the world leader in CCIE lab training with our first-to-market complete self-study resource, the Blended Learning Solution (BLS) for CCIE Voice 3.0 candidates. We’ve become the “go to organization” for CCIE Voice training, and we remain focused on this certification, and this track.”

IPexpert’s CCIE Voice 3.0 BLS consists of 4 self-study CCIE Voice workbooks, a CCIE Voice video on demand class, a CCIE Voice audio on demand class and video tutorials for all workbook material. IPexpert’s portfolio also provides students with 400 hours of access to a collection of Cisco Voice hardware and applications so students can gain the vital “hands on” preparation over the internet, regardless of their geographical location. IPexpert also provides free online mentoring to all of their students so they can be trained on various topics and technologies that are seen on this grueling exam.

About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is the leading training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems, the coveted CCIE certification. IPexpert has become the global leader serving its niche CCIE market, boasting the largest offering of self-study training products, instructor led courses and online hardware available for rental. IPexpert has trained more CCIE Voice engineers than any training entity, worldwide. Visit www.ipexpert.com for more information.  

IPexpert Releases Complete CCIE Security 3.0 Self-Study Training Solution for Cisco Network Engineers

Less than 22,000 individuals worldwide currently hold the CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert) certification. This industry-recognized designation offered by Cisco Systems, Inc. distinguishes network engineers as the most the elite in the computer networking profession. Within this distinguished group of certified professionals, less than 10% have honed their expertise on the network security track; the CCIE Security certification. CCIE Security certified engineers are typically found managing, designing and protecting the computer network systems and infrastructures used by the world’s largest public and private corporations as well as educational and governmental entities.   

To become CCIE-certified, senior engineers spend upwards of 1 to 2 years preparing for an exhaustive 8-hour long hands-on “lab” exam conducted by Cisco (http://www.cisco.com), the global leader in computer networking solutions. IPexpert is a CCIE training organization, focused on preparing seasoned computer network engineers for these industry-recognized and distinguished exams, through various learning solutions including self-study workbooks, video tutorials, video classes, audio courses, online equipment, live online mentoring and instructor-led training courses. 

IPexpert is pleased to grow on its record as the global market leader in CCIE training with its first-to-market complete self-study resource, the Blended Learning Solution (BLS) for CCIE Security 3.0 candidates. IPexpert’s CCIE Security 3.0  BLS consists of 5 self-study CCIE Security workbooks , CCIE Security video on demand class, CCIE Security audio on demand class and video tutorials for all workbook material. IPexpert’s portfolio also provides students with 400 hours of access to a collection of Cisco hardware so students can gain the vital “hands on” preparation over the internet, regardless of their geographical location. IPexpert also provides free online mentoring to all of their students so they can be trained on various topics and technologies that are seen on this grueling exam.

About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is the leading training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems, the coveted CCIE certification. IPexpert has become the global leader serving its niche CCIE market, boasting the largest offering of self-study training products, instructor led courses and online hardware available for rental. Visit www.ipexpert.com for more information.  

IPexpert, Inc. Launches High-end Consulting Division

IPexpert, Inc., a Michigan-based IT training company, announced today that it has launched a new division that will focus on high-end Cisco consulting services. Platinum Solutions Group, a sister company of IPexpert Inc, is a corporation formed by some of the world’s most distinguished and experienced Cisco Certified Internetwork Experts (CCIEs).

Platinum Solutions Group (PSG) provides high-end consultative services for small to medium business and enterprise-size corporations. Services consist of Planning, Designing, Implementing, Support, and Optimization of large-scale intra, and internetworks. PSG will also provide training for clients who require customized education. PSG will focus its efforts on the Data Center Virtualization, Network Security, Service Provider and Unified Communications arenas.

President of IPexpert, Wayne A. Lawson II, founded IPexpert in 2001, Proctor Labs, Inc. in 2005 and now Platinum Solutions Group, after becoming a CCIE and designing some of the world’s largest networks. “Our team consists of some of the world’s most experienced technical experts. It’s a natural evolution as we’re consistently asked to provide guidance and assistance to our students and their network design teams. We’re excited to offer a level of service that most consulting companies can’t match because of our high-end focus within the CCIE training space,” says Mr. Lawson.

About Platinum Solutions Group:

Founded in 2010, Platinum Solutions Group is a high-end consulting services company that provides technical services pertaining to Data Center Virtualization, Network Security, Service Provider and Unified Communication-enabled networks. For more information, please visit Platinum Solutions Group at www.platinumsolutionsgroup.com.

About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is an industry-recognized, privately held, training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest level career certification offered by Cisco. The company has become a global leader serving its niche market, boasting the most distinguished offering of self-study products, courses and online hardware available for online equipment rental. IPexpert has appeared in Inc. Magazine’s annual list of the fastest growing private companies in America for the past two years. Please visit www.ipexpert.com for more information.  

IPexpert Ranks Among America’s 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies for Third Consecutive Year

For the third consecutive year, Inc. Magazine has ranked IPexpert on its list of the fastest-growing private companies in the country. The list is the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy - America's independent-minded entrepreneurs. Taken as a whole, these companies represent the backbone of the U.S. economy.

IPexpert is a global leader in providing self-study multimedia learning tools and classroom training preparing computer networking engineers for the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems; the CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert). Although Cisco is the leading provider of computer networking solutions worldwide, less than 22,000 engineers have been able to attain this prestigious certification over its 11 year lifetime. Those that have joined this elite group are highly sought after by the world's top companies and government agencies, commanding six-figure salaries, job security and a respected status amongst peers. Wayne A. Lawson II, IPexpert President, founded the company in 2001 after becoming a CCIE. He credits the success of IPexpert to hiring and retaining the right team members and focusing on customer satisfaction. "It's an honor to receive this recognition for the 3^rd consecutive year. We've worked very hard to get where we are and we're very optimistic about our growth over the next several years", says Lawson. David Kaufman, IPexpert's Vice President of Sales & Marketing adds, "We have an aggressive growth strategy, a great team, an amazing brand and a solid execution plan. I'm very excited about our future."  The Inc. 5000 is ranked according to each company's percentage of revenue growth from 2005 through 2008. To qualify, companies must be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent -- not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and a list of the fastest-growing companies that can be sorted by industry and region can be found at www.inc5000.com. IPexpert Ranking Overview:

• #2639 of 5000 overall
• #28 in the Detroit-metro region
• #31 among Education companies nationwide

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IPexpert is First-to-Market Training for Cisco’s CCIE Voice 3.0 Blueprint

Fewer than 20,000 IT professionals worldwide currently possess the CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert) certification. This industry-recognized accreditation offered by Cisco (http://www.cisco.com) distinguishes senior engineers as the most elite and capable within a Cisco-focused technology. Within this distinguished group of engineers, less than 5% have earned the specialization that focuses on IP-enabled Voice technologies; the Cisco CCIE Voice certification. As Cisco continues to promote “The Human Network”, which is a collaboration of voice, video and data over an Internet Protocol (IP) infrastructure, advanced voice-focused engineers are becoming more of a necessity worldwide.

To become CCIE certified, engineers spend years preparing for an exhaustive 8-hour hands-on “lab” exam conducted by Cisco, the global leader in computer networking solutions. IPexpert (http://www.ipexpert.com) is a training organization focused on preparing seasoned computer network engineers for the coveted CCIE exams, through various learning solutions including self-study materials and instructor-led training courses. 

As enterprise networking technologies continue to evolve, Cisco implements changes the CCIE exam topics to ensure that the individuals being certified as experts are adept with the current technologies. Due to technology enhancements, modifications to the various CCIE exams tend to be made every two to three years, with the most recent affecting the Voice specialization. 

IPexpert (http://www.ipexpert.com) is pleased to grow on its record as the global market leader in CCIE training with its first-to-market offering of training materials preparing CCIE Voice candidates for the newly revised (Version 3.0) lab exam. Its team of industry-recognized instructors worked diligently for the past nine months to prepare for and author the self-study training products and rigorous classes now available to aspiring CCIE Voice candidates.    

About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is an industry-recognized, privately held, training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest level career certification offered by Cisco. The company has become a global leader serving its niche market, boasting the most distinguished offering of self-study products, courses and online hardware available for online equipment rental. IPexpert has appeared in Inc. Magazine’s annual list of the fastest growing private companies in America for the past two years. Visit www.ipexpert.com for more information.  

About CISCO:

Cisco is the worldwide leader in networking that transforms how people connect, communicate and collaborate. Information about Cisco can be found at www.cisco.com

First-to-Market Training for CCIE Security-Focused Cisco Network Engineers

IPexpert Targets Another Record-Breaking Growth Year

As the fourth quarter approaches, IPexpert, Inc., a Michigan-based IT training company, reports that it has already surpassed its 2007 revenue benchmark, ensuring another year of record growth for 2008. IPexpert is a global leader in providing self-study multimedia learning tools and classroom training preparing computer networking engineers for the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems, the CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert).

President of IPexpert, Wayne Lawson, founded the company in 2001 after earning the CCIE title himself. "After starting IPexpert alone in my basement, it is amazing to have grown into a business larger than myself or any one person here. We have an incredible team that, now more than ever, functions as a unit with a common goal," Mr. Lawson explains. "We all know that we can only be successful by making our customers successful. That keeps a clear, positive focus."

Earlier this summer, Inc. magazine again ranked IPexpert on its list of the fastest-growing private companies in the country. The list, called the Inc. 5000, is the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy -- America's independent-minded entrepreneurs. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and a list of the fastest-growing companies that can be sorted by industry and region, can be found at http://www.inc5000.com.

Lawson predicts that "various untapped international markets will present enormous opportunities" for his company in the coming year. IPexpert plans to focus on such key markets with live classroom training and targeted marketing initiatives.

About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is the leading training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems. The company has become the global leader serving its niche market, boasting the largest offering of products, courses and hardware available for online rental. Visit http://www.ipexpert.com for more information.

IPexpert Ranks Among America’s 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies

For the second consecutive year, Inc. Magazine has ranked IPexpert on its list of the fastest-growing private companies in the country. The list is the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy – America’s independent-minded entrepreneurs. Taken as a whole, these companies represent the backbone of the U.S. economy.

“Our second annual Inc. 5000 continues the most ambitious project in business journalism,” said Inc. 5000 Project Manager, Jim Melloan. “The Inc. 5000 gives an unrivalled portrait of young, underreported companies across all industries doing fascinating things with cutting-edge business models, as well as older companies that are still showing impressive growth.”

IPexpert is a global leader in providing self-study multimedia learning tools and classroom training preparing computer networking engineers for the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems; the CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert). Although Cisco is the leading provider of computer networking solutions worldwide, less than 20,000 engineers have been able to attain this prestigious certification. Those that have joined this elite group are highly sought after by the world’s top companies and government agencies, commanding six-figure salaries, job security and respected status among peers.

Wayne Lawson, IPexpert President, founded the company in 2001 after becoming a CCIE himself. “Growing from a part-time hobby to a multimillion dollar business has been an incredible journey,” he said. Vice President Matt Brooks credits the success of IPexpert to “making the right investments, building a great team and staying focused on the customer.”

The Inc. 5000 is ranked according to each company’s percentage of revenue growth from 2004 through 2007. To qualify, companies must be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent -- not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and a list of the fastest-growing companies that can be sorted by industry and region can be found at www.inc5000.com.

IPexpert Ranking Overview:

• #1137 of 5000 overall
• #20 in Michigan
• #14 in the Detroit-metro region
• #13 among Education companies nationwide

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About IPexpert:

Founded in 2001, IPexpert is the leading training company for computer networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems. The company has become the global leader serving its niche market, boasting the largest offering of products, courses and hardware available for online rental. Visit www.ipexpert.com for more information.

IPexpert’s International Reach Grows With Netmetric Solutions Partnership

Less than 20,000 individuals worldwide currently hold the CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert) certification, which places them among the elite computer networking experts anywhere. This distinction also demands a six-figure annual salary in America, according to recent national surveys.

To become CCIE-certified, an engineer must pass a grueling 8-hour long hands-on “lab” exam conducted by Cisco (http://www.cisco.com), the global leader in computer network solutions. IPexpert (http://www.ipexpert.com) is a primary training organization, focused solely on preparing seasoned computer network engineers for the coveted CCIE certification exams, through various learning solutions.

A typical preparation plan for a successful candidate includes working through self-study training products, which can take three to six months to complete. Then, prior to attempting the CCIE exam, many candidates choose to attend intense live classroom training, lasting one or two weeks, up to 14 hours per day. Although IPexpert’s industry-leading products are used by CCIE candidates around the world, its popular live courses are generally offered only in the United States and limited key locations abroad. With growing demand for these courses in various emerging markets, such as India and Saudi Arabia, IPexpert has aligned with Netmetric Solutions to expand its reach.

Netmetric Solutions (http://www.netmetric-solutions.com) is a training organization headquartered in Hyderabad, India. The company is established as a leading provider of CCIE training in its geographic region, creating an ideal opportunity for resource sharing and cooperative marketing efforts with IPexpert. The partnership allows both entities to leverage the other’s physical presence and brand recognition in their regions.

President of Netmetric Solutions, Khawar Butt, is a veteran in the IT (Information Technology) industry, with over 30 years of experience and many career certifications to his credit, including four of the available five CCIE certification specialties. “We are very excited to be working with IPexpert in this partnership that will help bring CCIE-level training to students throughout the world. Having worked with IPexpert in the past and understanding how the company works will be a big plus in this partnership.” He adds, “We previously partnered in 2004 to bring to market one of the first offerings in the world for the CCIE Security specialization. I look forward to bringing similar types of groundbreaking products to the market in the future.”

About IPexpert, Inc.

Founded in 2001, IPexpert, Inc. is the leading training company for computer-networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems. The company has quickly become the global leader serving its niche market, boasting the largest offering of self-study products, live instructor-led training courses and inventory of Cisco hardware available for online rental. IPexpert currently appears, for the second consecutive year, in Inc. Magazine’s annual list of the fastest growing privately owned companies in America. (http://www.ipexpert.com/inc5000)

IPexpert Partners With Micronics, Focus on Expert-Level Cisco Training

The CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert) is the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems, the global leader in computer networking solutions. Less than 25,000 individuals currently hold the CCIE designation, which certifies them among the elite pool of true experts worldwide.

IPexpert, Inc. (http://www.ipexpert.com), is a leader in training engineers to become fully-prepared to earn the coveted title. To become CCIE-certified, a seasoned engineer must pass a grueling 8-hour long hands-on “lab” exam. During a candidate’s preparation path, it is popular to utilize study tools created by more than one training vendor. In doing so, the candidate benefits from learning various perspectives and teaching methodologies through the eyes of multiple expert instructors.

In order to facilitate a candidate’s desire to study with multiple vendor-provided materials and courses, IPexpert has partnered with Micronics, Inc., a competitor in some respects. Through this arrangement, a customer is able to purchase the products from both vendors at a discounted price.

The owner of Micronics, Narbik Kocharians, is a veteran in the IT (Information Technology) industry, with over 30 years of experience and many career certifications to his credit. Mr. Kocharians has worked with IPexpert in various capacities over the past several years, forming a strong relationship between the two companies.

“We are pleased to work closely with Narbik once again,” said Wayne Lawson, who is the Founder and President at IPexpert. “We believe that customers will greatly benefit from this offering,” he added.

About IPexpert, Inc. 

Founded in 2001, IPexpert, Inc. is the leading training company for computer-networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems. The company has quickly become the global leader serving its niche market, boasting the largest offering of self-study products, live instructor-led training courses and inventory of Cisco hardware available for online rental. IPexpert currently appears in Inc. Magazine’s annual list of the fastest growing privately-owned companies in America.
 

IPexpert Expands International Reach for Expert-Level Cisco Network Training

The CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert) is the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems, the global leader in computer networking solutions. Less than 25,000 individuals currently hold the CCIE designation, which certifies them among the elite pool of true experts worldwide.

IPexpert, Inc. (http://www.ipexpert.com) is the leading training company serving the niche market of computer networking engineers preparing for the intense testing required to attain that CCIE certification. Until today, although its self-study products ship to CCIE hopefuls around the world, its classroom-based live training has been a US-only option.

The company today announces the availability of instructor-led training Boot Camps in Australia, United Kingdom, Germany and Dubai (UAE). IPexpert is currently evaluating its plans for further expansion into other geographic areas, such as Japan, Latin America and certain regions in Africa that are growing their technological infrastructures.

“Our company has made significant strides over the past several years, which established a strong awareness here in America,” explained Wayne Lawson, Founder and President of IPexpert. “We plan to leverage our existing network of customers and business partners in these strategic growth markets to accelerate growth globally.”

About IPexpert, Inc.

Founded in 2001, IPexpert, Inc. is the leading training company for computer-networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems. The company has quickly become the global leader serving its niche market, boasting the largest offering of self-study products, live instructor-led training courses and inventory of Cisco hardware available for online rental. IPexpert currently appears in Inc. Magazine’s annual list of the fastest growing privately-owned companies in America.

Announcing 'Blended Learning Program' for Expert-Level Cisco Engineers

Computer networking engineers working toward the Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert (CCIE) certification now have more tools at their disposal than ever before. The CCIE is the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems, the global networking giant. Less than 25,000 individuals currently hold the CCIE designation, which certifies them among the elite pool of true experts worldwide.

IPexpert, Inc. (http://www.ipexpert.com) has unveiled a new Blended Learning Program(TM) designed to fully prepare those preparing for the coveted title, which entails passing a grueling 8-hour-long hands-on "lab" exam. Previously, the preparation process meant 6-18 months worth of studying with various self-preparation materials and media types found through a myriad of resources and vendors.

With its newly released Blended Learning Program, IPexpert has consolidated "best of breed" training tools that have proven most effective over the company's seven years in business. The full suite of up-to-date resources, combining thousands of pages of written materials with dozens of hours' worth of recorded audio lectures and video tutorials, is shipped to the customer on one compact external hard drive.

This innovation in CCIE training allows the candidate to take their training with them wherever they may go. And for senior-level networking engineers that spend most of their time traveling to customer locations, this is a tremendous advantage.

"The CCIE is the premiere, most sought-after career certification for serious engineers," explained Matt Brooks, Vice President of IPexpert. "We expect to see the other training vendors adopt this new method of delivery and quickly offer similar programs, which will effectively revolutionize the niche market we serve."

About IPexpert, Inc.

Founded in 2001, IPexpert, Inc. is the leading training company for computer-networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems. The company has quickly become the global leader serving its niche market, boasting the largest offering of self-study products, live instructor-led training courses and inventory of Cisco hardware available for online rental. IPexpert currently appears in Inc. Magazine’s annual list of the fastest growing privately-owned companies in America.

Inc. Magazine Features IPexpert in List of Fastest-Growing Companies

Inc. Magazine ranked IPexpert as #1514 on its first-ever Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the country. The Inc. 5,000 is an extension of Inc. magazine’s annual Inc. 500 list. Expanding the list catches many businesses that are too big to grow at the pace required to make the Inc. 500, as well as a host of smaller firms. Taken as a whole, these companies represent the backbone of the U.S. economy.

“The Inc. 5,000 provides the most comprehensive look ever at the most important part of the economy – the entrepreneurial part,” said Inc. 5,000 Project Manager, Jim Melloan. “The expansion of the list has allowed us to tell the stories of larger companies, older companies and a wealth of companies in industries like Manufacturing and Construction that are underreported in the business media.

IPexpert is a global leader in self-study, classroom-based, video-on-demand and audio certification training tools for the Cisco CCIE R&S Lab, CCIE Security Lab, CCIE Service Provider Lab, CCIE Voice Lab and CCIE Storage Lab Certifications. Since they only focus on the lab portion of the CCIE Certification exam, IPexpert is able to develop, master and deliver a portfolio of relevant, comprehensive and challenging products and services that are proven to help CCIE candidates pass their CCIE Lab. More information on IPexpert can be found at www.ipexpert.com.

“We are certainly proud to be recognized by Inc. for all the hard work that goes into building and growing a successful company, said Wayne Lawson, Founder & President. It truly is the dedication of our entire team that allows us to lead the market in high-level, quality CCIE lab training.”

IPexpert Ranking – The 360 Degree View:
Overall: 1514 of 5,000
In Michigan: 36 of 148
In Metro-Detroit: 24 of 75
In Category: 20 of 62 (Education)

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About IPexpert, Inc.

Founded in 2001, IPexpert, Inc. is the leading training company for computer-networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems. The company has quickly become the global leader serving its niche market, boasting the largest offering of self-study products, live instructor-led training courses and inventory of Cisco hardware available for online rental.

IPexpert Announces Channel Agreement With Global Knowledge Training

IPexpert announces a channel agreement with Global Knowledge Training, LLC, the world's largest privately held provider of training and enterprise learning services for information technology and management professionals. To enhance its CCIE offering, Global Knowledge teamed with industry leader IPexpert to offer quality training tools and certification preparation programs for the Cisco CCIE Certification Lab exam. Focusing on just the lab portion of the CCIE Certification has allowed IPexpert to develop and master this niche market with a comprehensive portfolio of intense and thorough training tools, including instructor-led classes, self-study workbooks, class-on-demand DVDs and streaming videos and audio CDs.

"Our customers count on us for outstanding Cisco training and certification preparation," said Bret Johnson, Director of Worldwide Partner Programs at Global Knowledge. "Our association with IPexpert will ensure that we deliver on the promise of exceptional CCIE training solutions. We're excited to welcome IPexpert into our growing portfolio of industry-leading companies."

"Being aligned with Global Knowledge opens the doors for IPexpert to offer superior training and preparation, globally, through a well known and trusted channel," said Matt Brooks, Vice President at IPexpert.

IPexpert has also attained status as a Cisco Learning Partner (CLP) recently. "With such a niche program, global exposure is necessary; however we also feel these iconic relationships will allow us to further improve our portfolio offerings and confirm our place in the market-above the competition," said Wayne Lawson, Founder and President, IPexpert. 

About Global Knowledge:
Global Knowledge is the largest privately held provider of training and enterprise learning services for information technology (IT) and management professionals. The company offers a broad array of hands-on IT, project management and professional skills training featuring proprietary core and custom curriculum, as well as content from leading companies, including Cisco, Microsoft, Nortel, and Red Hat. Delivered in classrooms at private facilities or over the Internet, Global Knowledge has helped Fortune 500 companies, organizations and government agencies leverage learning to turn knowledge into productivity for employees, customers and channel partners. Founded in 1995, Global Knowledge employs more than 1,100 people worldwide and is headquartered in Cary, N.C. The company is owned by New York-based investment firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson, and Stowe. For more information,
visit http://www.globalknowledge.com.

About IPexpert, Inc.

Founded in 2001, IPexpert, Inc. is the leading training company for computer-networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems. The company has quickly become the global leader serving its niche market, boasting the largest offering of self-study products, live instructor-led training courses and inventory of Cisco hardware available for online rental. IPexpert currently appears in Inc. Magazine’s annual list of the fastest growing privately-owned companies in America.

Global Icon Authorizes Local Inc.'s Niche Training as Cisco Certified

IPexpert is a technology company that offers extensive instructor-led, online, audio, print and interactive training tools designed to significantly increase candidates' chances of successfully passing the lab portion of the Cisco CCIE Certification exam. IPexpert has become a leader in the market by focusing their comprehensive training portfolio solely on one half of one certification. With such a refined niche, IPexpert has been able to develop their CCIE lab preparation products and courses to be superior over other providers. Once sponsored by an authorized Cisco Learning Solutions Partner (CLSP), the diligence and proficiency that IPexpert represents earned them premier status as a Cisco Learning Partner (CLP). This honor declares their training programs as Cisco certified.

Obtaining sponsorship and achieving status as a Cisco authorized training provider strengthens our position in the industry as well as affords us the opportunity to finally compete on a true global platform, said Wayne Lawson, Founder and President, IPexpert.

IPexpert has devoted their skills and resources to better preparing candidates to take the CCIE lab by producing many types of learning tools in many formats. However, it is the development of their unique user-interface that allows candidates to rent time remotely on their vRack equipment and explore lessons that duplicate scenarios similar to the actual lab exam.

"The programs that IPexpert developed for Cisco CCIE lab preparation are very thorough and well thought out," confirms Jed Sherman, Cisco SO Program Manager at Element K, sponsoring CLSP for IPexpert. "They are a worthy player in this marketplace and we are happy to sponsor them in becoming an authorized Cisco Learning Partner."

"To have the endorsement of successful market leaders like Element K (CLSP) and Cisco is truly an honor," states Matt Brooks, Vice President.

IPexpert Inc. is sponsored by a Cisco Learning Solutions Partner (CLSP) to deliver Cisco authorized CCIE Certification Lab Preparation and Training as a Cisco Learning Partner (CLP). IPexpert is the clear leader in instructor-led boot camps, self-study workbooks and guides, class-on-demand and audio training tools for all of the Cisco CCIE Certification labs: CCIE Routing & Switching Lab, CCIE Security Lab, CCIE Service Provider Lab, CCIE Voice Lab and CCIE Storage Lab. More information can be found at www.ipexpert.com.

About IPexpert, Inc.

Founded in 2001, IPexpert, Inc. is the leading training company for computer-networking engineers pursuing the highest-level career certification offered by Cisco Systems. The company has quickly become the global leader serving its niche market, boasting the largest offering of self-study products, live instructor-led training courses and inventory of Cisco hardware available for online rental. IPexpert currently appears in Inc. Magazine’s annual list of the fastest growing privately-owned companies in America.