Coast Hotels among Several to Benefit from Convergence Networks for Technology Services and Support.

PORTLAND, Ore. & SEATTLE -- Growing Demand For Network Technology Services and Expert Support Makes Convergence Networks New Choice For Hospitality Market

Convergence Networks, formerly Convergence Northwest, today announced that Coast Hotels, Hotel Mallory, Benson Hotel, Hotel Preston, and Holiday Inn have benefited from the company's wide range of proven network management services and support.

Gaining traction in the Pacific Northwest hospitality market, Convergence Networks will leverage its expertise and understanding of this highly dynamic industry to provide other establishments with its uniquely effective and efficient technology network consultation, services and support.

"We selected Convergence Networks based on their proven customer experience, straightforward approach, and comprehensive understanding of our business needs," said Matt Murphy, COO, Coast Hotels. "We have been very satisfied with their on-site support, 24-hour help desk and overall ability to provide great service and solutions at a cost-effective price. By partnering with Convergence Networks, we've gained not only our own in-house IT staff, but the opportunity to improve the benefits of our technology investment."

Hotels, motels and service establishments using Convergence Networks benefit from the ability to implement superior technology with 24-hour support to ensure they can provide exemplary customer service, increasing revenue and customer retention -- and ultimately improving their bottom line. Convergence Networks reduces time spent managing and supporting information technology networks, while helping to create a more efficient and advanced business environment.

Convergence Networks provides small and medium-sized businesses in the Portland and Seattle areas with a comprehensive range of network management services and support, acting as an in-house IT source. According to co-founder Lance Pederson, "we understand the hassle equated with automating internal functions, and founded Convergence Networks to help companies benefit from great technology resources -- implemented and supported by a experienced staff. By targeting growing businesses in the hospitality market, we are partnering with the companies of the future and strive to help them grow their businesses along with our own."

Founded in 2000, the company is headquartered in Portland, Ore. and supports a broad customer base of hotel and hospitality vendors, including well-known companies such as Papa Murphy's International, La-Z-boy Furniture Galleries, and Team Northwest Inc. For more information on Convergence Networks, e-mail [e-mail], call 503-906-1600, or visit us online at www.cnwi.net.