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China Information Technology Inc. Announces Resignation of CFO

Saturday, May 28th, 2011

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Press Release Source: China Information Technology, Inc. On Friday May 27, 2011, 7:00 am EDT

SHENZHEN, China, May 27, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ — China Information Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq:CNIT – News), a leading provider of Information Technologies and Display Technologies based in China, today announced Ms. Jackie You Kazmerzak will resign from her post as Chief Financial Officer effective May 30, 2011 to pursue another career opportunity. The Company is in the process of vetting suitable candidates to serve as the Company’s CFO following Ms. Kazmerzak’s departure.

“We wish to thank Jackie for her extraordinary contributions during her tenure at China Information Technology. As CFO she implemented a number of industry best-practices and raised the professionalism of our financial practices. We wish her the very best in her new endeavors,” said Mr. Jiang Huai Lin, Chairman and CEO of the Company. “We will take the time necessary to ensure that we find the best possible candidate to build on Jackie’s accomplishments. We remain fully committed to the highest levels of transparency and corporate governance,” concluded Mr. Lin.

In the interim, Ms. Eva Liu, CPA, who is the Company’s Financial Controller, will continue to manage daily financial operations, supported by the Company’s established finance team. Ms. Liu has been with the Company since 2009. Prior to joining the Company, Ms. Liu worked with Ernst & Young’s Shenzhen office for over five years. She has extensive experience in financial controls and planning, and a deep understanding of the U.S. GAAP and accounting-related rules and regulations applicable to U.S.-listed companies. Ms. Liu holds a bachelor’s degree of Finance from Zhongnan University of Economics and Law.

Ms. Iris Yan, Director of Investor Relations and Corporate Secretary, and Ms. Margie Ma, Investor Relations Manager, will continue to manage the Company’s investor relations activities. Until a new CFO is appointed, Ms. Liu and Ms. Yan will report directly to China Information Technology’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Jiang Huai Lin.

About China Information Technology, Inc.

China Information Technology, Inc., through its subsidiaries and other consolidated entities, specializes in information technologies and display technologies. Headquartered in Shenzhen, China, the Company’s integrated solutions include specialized software, hardware, systems integration, and related services. To learn more about the Company, please visit its corporate website at http://www.chinacnit.com.

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This press release may contain certain “forward-looking statements” relating to the business of China Information Technology, Inc., and its subsidiary companies. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included herein are “forward-looking statements” including statements regarding: the general ability of the Company to achieve its commercial objectives, including the Company’s plan to sustain the growth while creating shareholder value; the business strategy, plans and objectives of the Company and its subsidiaries; and any other statements of non-historical information. These forward-looking statements are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “believes,” “expects” or similar expressions, involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company’s actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including those discussed in the Company’s periodic reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available on its website (http://www.sec.gov). All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors. Other than as required under the securities laws, the Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.

For further information, please contact:

China Information Technology, Inc.

Margie Ma

Tel: +86-755-8370-4734

Email: IR@chinacnit.com

Iris Yan

Tel: +86-755-8370-4767

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Kathy Li

Tel: +1-480-614-3036

Email: kli@christensenir.com

Teal Willingham

Tel: +86-10-5826-4939

Email: twillingham@christensenir.com

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GE to open information technology center in Va. – BusinessWeek

Thursday, April 14th, 2011

RICHMOND, Va.

General Electric Co. is planning to open an information technology center in suburban Richmond, creating about 200 jobs over the next few years.

Gov. Bob McDonnell on Wednesday said the company will open an Information Security Technology Center in Henrico County. The jobs will focus on cyber security, as well as network design, architecture, data management, and application development.

Fairfield, Conn.-based GE operates as a technology, media, and financial services company.

Virginia Secretary of Commerce and Trade Jim Cheng said the jobs will pay on average two times more than the prevailing wage for the region. The company already has begun posting openings for the Virginia facility.

The Virginia Department of Business Assistance will provide funding and services to support recruitment and training activities.

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Information Technology (IT) Hiring and Budgets Increase in 2011

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

Posted on: Wednesday, 30 March 2011, 14:27 CDT

BOCA RATON, Fla., March 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — According to two just-released surveys by Boca Raton-Information Technology (IT) search and staffing specialist, PROTECH, there is much stronger economic outlook among IT executives and tech talent in the region.

The 9th Annual Tech Leadership survey revealed that IT budgets for 2011 are up by 41% from 2010. 37% of Tech Leaders plan to increase IT staff this year (up by 23% compared to 2010). And 50% of Tech Executives are concerned about losing top IT talent in 2011, the top two key reasons cited are compensation and lack of career path.

The 7th Annual Tech Talent survey shows a marked improvement in perception regarding the job market with 31 percent viewing the job market as “better” compared to 15% last year. 88% of employed IT talent are willing to leave their current employer (up from 81% in 2010). Top three factors when considering a new job include Salary, company stability and benefits.

“When you look at the average pay increase for Tech talent in 2010 of only 2%, you begin to understand why more employees are willing to make a change as they see IT job market conditions improving. We are already seeing higher demand for certain IT skills than supply and multiple job offers,” said Deborah Vazquez, PROTECH CEO.

PROTECH surveyed over 700 IT Director to CIO level executives for its 9th annual Tech Leadership Survey; and over 14,000 IT professionals for its 7th annual Tech Talent survey. All participants are located in Florida’s Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties.

“This valuable local market IT data shows us how we are trending as a region. I’m pleased to see IT budgets and job market conditions improving in South Florida,” said Jackie Fernandez, SFTA Executive Director.

Additional survey highlights:

Economic Outlook: The number of Tech Executives who perceive the current health of the overall economy as “Getting Stronger” this year was 53% versus 21% in 2010.

The top three technology-related priorities for 2011 are “Infrastructure Upgrades” (48%); “Web site redesign” (21%); and “New Large Applications Development endeavor” (13%).

Non-technology related priorities are “Marketing and Branding” (24%); “Streamline Operations” (24%); and “Implement management framework, “Improve Customer Satisfaction, “Increase Sales” and “Product Innovation” all had a 13% response.

About South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA)

With more than 11 years of leadership as the region’s most effective technology organization, the South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of the South Florida technology community. Its member roster includes South Florida’s leading high-tech, high-growth companies. Through events, networking, programs and education, the SFTA provides south Florida’s technology-related companies, academic institutions, entrepreneurs, governments and related organizations with an active forum to grow the business of technology. For more information about the SFTA, visit www.SouthFloridaTech.org

About PROTECH

PROTECH provides Information Technology temporary staffing and direct hire search and placement services for South Florida employers with a guaranteed turn-around time of 48 hours for the most difficult to fill positions. For more information, visit www.protechfl.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

South Florida Technology AllianceJackie Fernandez, Executive Directorjackie@southfloridatech.org(954)239-9739

PROTECHDeborah Vazquez, CEOdeborahv@protechfl.com(561)953-8800

SOURCE South Florida Technology Alliance

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Information Technology (IT) Hiring and Budgets Increase in 2011 – PR Newswire (press release)

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

 

 

 

BOCA RATON, Fla., March 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — According to two just-released surveys by Boca Raton-Information Technology (IT) search and staffing specialist, PROTECH, there is much stronger economic outlook among IT executives and tech talent in the region.

The 9th Annual Tech Leadership survey revealed that IT budgets for 2011 are up by 41% from 2010.  37% of Tech Leaders plan to increase IT staff this year (up by 23% compared to 2010).  And 50% of Tech Executives are concerned about losing top IT talent in 2011, the top two key reasons cited are compensation and lack of career path.  

The 7th Annual Tech Talent survey shows a marked improvement in perception regarding the job market with 31 percent viewing the job market as “better” compared to 15% last year.  88% of employed IT talent are willing to leave their current employer (up from 81% in 2010).  Top three factors when considering a new job include Salary, company stability and benefits.  

“When you look at the average pay increase for Tech talent in 2010 of only 2%, you begin to understand why more employees are willing to make a change as they see IT job market conditions improving.  We are already seeing higher demand for certain IT skills than supply and multiple job offers,” said Deborah Vazquez, PROTECH CEO.

PROTECH surveyed over 700 IT Director to CIO level executives for its 9th annual Tech Leadership Survey; and over 14,000 IT professionals for its 7th annual Tech Talent survey. All participants are located in Florida’s Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties.

“This valuable local market IT data shows us how we are trending as a region.  I’m pleased to see IT budgets and job market conditions improving in South Florida,” said Jackie Fernandez, SFTA Executive Director.

Additional survey highlights:

Economic Outlook: The number of Tech Executives who perceive the current health of the overall economy as “Getting Stronger” this year was 53% versus 21% in 2010.

The top three technology-related priorities for 2011 are “Infrastructure Upgrades” (48%); “Web site redesign” (21%); and “New Large Applications Development endeavor” (13%).

Non-technology related priorities are “Marketing and Branding” (24%); “Streamline Operations”  (24%); and “Implement management framework, “Improve Customer Satisfaction, “Increase Sales” and “Product Innovation” all had a 13% response.

About South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA)

With more than 11 years of leadership as the region’s most effective technology organization, the South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of the South Florida technology community. Its member roster includes South Florida’s leading high-tech, high-growth companies. Through events, networking, programs and education, the SFTA provides south Florida’s technology-related companies, academic institutions, entrepreneurs, governments and related organizations with an active forum to grow the business of technology. For more information about the SFTA, visit www.SouthFloridaTech.org

About PROTECH

PROTECH provides Information Technology temporary staffing and direct hire search and placement services for South Florida employers with a guaranteed turn-around time of 48 hours for the most difficult to fill positions. For more information, visit www.protechfl.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

South Florida Technology AllianceJackie Fernandez, Executive Directorjackie@southfloridatech.org(954)239-9739

PROTECHDeborah Vazquez, CEOdeborahv@protechfl.com(561)953-8800

SOURCE South Florida Technology Alliance

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Information Technology (IT) Hiring and Budgets Increase in 2011 – PR Newswire (press release)

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

 

 

 

BOCA RATON, Fla., March 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — According to two just-released surveys by Boca Raton-Information Technology (IT) search and staffing specialist, PROTECH, there is much stronger economic outlook among IT executives and tech talent in the region.

The 9th Annual Tech Leadership survey revealed that IT budgets for 2011 are up by 41% from 2010.  37% of Tech Leaders plan to increase IT staff this year (up by 23% compared to 2010).  And 50% of Tech Executives are concerned about losing top IT talent in 2011, the top two key reasons cited are compensation and lack of career path.  

The 7th Annual Tech Talent survey shows a marked improvement in perception regarding the job market with 31 percent viewing the job market as “better” compared to 15% last year.  88% of employed IT talent are willing to leave their current employer (up from 81% in 2010).  Top three factors when considering a new job include Salary, company stability and benefits.  

“When you look at the average pay increase for Tech talent in 2010 of only 2%, you begin to understand why more employees are willing to make a change as they see IT job market conditions improving.  We are already seeing higher demand for certain IT skills than supply and multiple job offers,” said Deborah Vazquez, PROTECH CEO.

PROTECH surveyed over 700 IT Director to CIO level executives for its 9th annual Tech Leadership Survey; and over 14,000 IT professionals for its 7th annual Tech Talent survey. All participants are located in Florida’s Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties.

“This valuable local market IT data shows us how we are trending as a region.  I’m pleased to see IT budgets and job market conditions improving in South Florida,” said Jackie Fernandez, SFTA Executive Director.

Additional survey highlights:

Economic Outlook: The number of Tech Executives who perceive the current health of the overall economy as “Getting Stronger” this year was 53% versus 21% in 2010.

The top three technology-related priorities for 2011 are “Infrastructure Upgrades” (48%); “Web site redesign” (21%); and “New Large Applications Development endeavor” (13%).

Non-technology related priorities are “Marketing and Branding” (24%); “Streamline Operations”  (24%); and “Implement management framework, “Improve Customer Satisfaction, “Increase Sales” and “Product Innovation” all had a 13% response.

About South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA)

With more than 11 years of leadership as the region’s most effective technology organization, the South Florida Technology Alliance (SFTA) promotes the growth, success and awareness of the South Florida technology community. Its member roster includes South Florida’s leading high-tech, high-growth companies. Through events, networking, programs and education, the SFTA provides south Florida’s technology-related companies, academic institutions, entrepreneurs, governments and related organizations with an active forum to grow the business of technology. For more information about the SFTA, visit www.SouthFloridaTech.org

About PROTECH

PROTECH provides Information Technology temporary staffing and direct hire search and placement services for South Florida employers with a guaranteed turn-around time of 48 hours for the most difficult to fill positions. For more information, visit www.protechfl.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

South Florida Technology AllianceJackie Fernandez, Executive Directorjackie@southfloridatech.org(954)239-9739

PROTECHDeborah Vazquez, CEOdeborahv@protechfl.com(561)953-8800

SOURCE South Florida Technology Alliance

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‘Mentorship night’ is set in KC for information technology people – Kansas City Star

Tuesday, March 29th, 2011

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A networking event designed to connect job seekers or new workers in the information technology field with experienced professionals is planned for next week in Kansas City.

KC IT Professionals, a LinkedIn group of about 5,000 people, has organized a “mentorship night” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 6 at McFadden’s Sports Saloon in the Power & Light District downtown.

Experienced people in such fields as software development, network security, systems administration, database administration, IT project management, social media and tech start-ups are to be on hand to offer advice.

Tickets cost $10, and registration is required at www.kcitp.com/2011/03/10/kcitp-mentor-kickoff-event- presented-by-adventuretech. Planners also ask that attendees join their IT LinkedIn group.

| The Star

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