Data Solutions & Technology CEO Recognized by Spelman College

May 4, 2011

(LANHAM, Md.) –   Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Deborah Scott Thomas, who is CEO and President of Data Solutions & Technology Incorporated, will be recognized during the Spelman College Leadership and Women of Color Conference on May 11 in Atlanta, Georgia.  Scott Thomas is one of this year’s “Legacy of Leadership Awards” recipients.  She received her U.S. Air Force commission as a second lieutenant from Alabama State University’s Detachment 019 in 1975. She retired as a colonel from the U.S. Air Force Reserve, having served her country for three decades.   

"I am deeply humbled and honored to be recognized in such a significant way for serving my family, community and country by receiving Spelman’s Legacy of Leadership Award," stated Deborah Scott Thomas, President & CEO of Data Solutions & Technology Incorporated. “My company philosophy is ‘your success is my success, and my success is your success.’  Therefore, Spelman’s acknowledgement is a reflection of my supportive family, thriving company, and strong business partners.”

Founded in 1994 by Scott Thomas, Data Solutions & Technology Incorporated is a global company whose employees provide management, logistics, information technology, aviation operations, and scientific and technical support services to government and commercial customers worldwide.

“The Legacy of Leadership Awards” celebrates the accomplishments of individuals and organizations making significant contributions to shaping the destinies of past, current and future generations of leaders.  The awards dinner, held on the first night of the Conference, is an elegant evening of memorable entertainment, outstanding speakers and inspiring stories of leadership.  Previous honorees include: Her Excellency Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, President, The Republic of Liberia; Dr. Wangari Maathai, Founder, The Green Belt Movement, 2004 Nobel Peace Laureate; John E. Pepper, Jr., Chairman, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Chairman of the Board, Walt Disney Company;  and Sara Manzano-Diaz, Director, Women’s Bureau, U.S. Department of Labor.

This year’s keynote speaker for the awards event will be Soledad O’Brien, CNN anchor and special correspondent,   who will share personal insight on how she sustains while covering world affairs.

The two-day conference will be held at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis and the Spelman College campus. For registration, schedule and additional details, please visit www.spelmanwomenofcolorconf.com.

About Spelman College

Founded in 1881, Spelman College is a prestigious, highly selective, liberal arts college that prepares women to change the world. Located in Atlanta, Ga., this historically black college boasts an 83 percent graduation rate, and outstanding alumnae such as Children's Defense Fund Founder Marian Wright Edelman; former U.S. Foreign Service Director General Ruth Davis, authors Tina McElroy Ansa and Pearl Cleage; and actress LaTanya Richardson. More than 83 percent of the full-time faculty members have Ph.D.s or other terminal degrees, and the average faculty to student ratio is 12:1. More than 2,100 students attend Spelman. For more information, visit www.spelman.edu.

About LEADS at Spelman College

LEADS at Spelman College builds on the legacy of the private, historically Black institution by creating and teaching a leadership model based on the historic influences, experiences and achievements of Black women worldwide. Through a variety of campus-based student initiatives, community and public programs, LEADS supports Spelman women’s choice to change the world by preparing them to be effective global leaders. For more information, visit www.spelman.edu.

About DST Incorporated
Founded in 1994, Data Solutions & Technology Incorporated is a global company whose employees provide a full spectrum of professional services in Management Support, Information Technology, Logistics and Operations, Aviation Management, and Scientific and Technical Support that result in cost-effective solutions of strategic value to our customers, government and commercial clients worldwide. The company is ISO 9001: 2008 certified, has a top secret facility clearance, and is veteran- and women-owned. For more information visit www.dstincorporated.com.

Contact
Tammi L. Thomas
Vice President for Strategic Management
tthomas@dstincorporated.com
301-583-3500

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