Nadel Phelan Named a Finalist for SC Magazine’s PR Company of The Year Award

Nadel Phelan Named a Finalist for SC Magazine’s PR Company
of The Year Award

Leading Public Relations Firm Recognized for Outstanding Promotional
Campaign of IronKey’s Secure USB Solution

SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. March 4, 2009 – Nadel Phelan, Inc., specialist in strategic technology communications, today announced that it has been named a finalist for “PR Company of The Year” in Secure Computing Magazine’s Awards Europe 2009. Nadel Phelan was selected for its creative and effective public relations campaign promoting IronKey’s innovative secure USB solution.

Nadel Phelan is a leading provider of strategic technology communications for security clients in a variety of vertical markets including government, financial services, telecommunications and education. By developing a comprehensive public relations program aligned to IronKey’s business goals, Nadel Phelan supported the growing visibility of IronKey’s innovative solution. Within six months of the campaign’s launch, IronKey had secured over 1000 pieces of coverage and three award wins, reinforcing its position as the leading developer of the world’s most secure USB flash drive with press, analysts, customers, partners and the developer community, while elevating awareness of the thought leadership the executive team brings to the market.

IronKey is a leading developer of mobile data security solutions offering products and services that bring the power of authentication, encryption, identity management, and privacy to consumers and businesses around the world. With industry first deployments including the Silver Bullet Service, which provides the ability to remotely track, deny access or destroy IronKey USB secure storage devices, IronKey is clearly a leading innovator in the mobile security industry.

The SC Magazine Awards Europe are widely considered to be the most prestigious awards program in the information security industry. Now in their fourteenth year, the awards have a long-standing tradition of promoting excellence.

“This award represents a significant level of recognition from an industry leading publication,” said Paula Phelan, CEO of Nadel Phelan, Inc. “We are honored to be a finalist for the prestigious title of PR Company of The Year. Thank you to IronKey’s exceptional product line and amazing team.”

ABOUT NADEL PHELAN –
Founded in 1993, Nadel Phelan, Inc. specializes in comprehensive public relations for a roster of clients ranging from venerable industry giants to exciting startups. By combining high-level industry knowledge with in-depth technology experience, Nadel Phelan provides its clients with the strategic and tactical services necessary to establish and maintain marketplace awareness essential in obtaining and preserving a competitive edge. Nadel Phelan is headquartered in Scotts Valley, California with offices in New York, Hong Kong and London. For more information please visit www.nadelphelan.com or call 831-439-5570.

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