CDW LLC, a leading provider of technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare, today announced it will be the major sponsor of the No. 2 Newman/Haas Racing (NHR) Car driven by Oriol Servià in the 2011 Indianapolis 500.
"As a leader in technology solutions, we make technology work for our customers and deliver results with speed and accuracy," said John A. Edwardson, chairman and chief executive officer, CDW. "Like CDW, Newman/Haas 'Gets IT.' Our sponsorship of the No. 2 car in the Indianapolis 500 will further associate our brand with excellence and performance in one of the world's most prominent sporting events."
The car will be driven by Oriol Servià, who will start in the front row after qualifying third overall. Servià is currently ranked third in the IndyCar Series Standings and will be making his third start at the Indianapolis 500.
"I raced a CDW-sponsored car at Chicago in 2008 and have always been impressed with the company," said Indy car driver Oriol Servia. "I myself am interested in high tech things so I have known them for a while. They have been supportive of racing in the past and it is great to have them involved in the Indy 500 with us."
This marks the third time CDW has been involved with major open-wheel racing. In 2006 and 2007, the company sponsored the No. 9 CDW/RuSPORT/RSPORTS Car driven by Justin Wilson in The Champ Car World Series. CDW also sponsored Oriol Servià at the 2008 Indy Car race at the Chicagoland Speedway.
About CDW
CDW is a leading provider of technology solutions for business, government, education and healthcare. Ranked No. 38 on Forbes' list of America's Largest Private Companies, CDW features dedicated account managers who help customers choose the right technology products and services to meet their needs. The company's technology specialists offer expertise in designing customized solutions, while its advanced technology engineers assist customers with the implementation and long-term management of those solutions. Areas of focus include notebooks, desktops, printers, servers and storage, unified communications, security, wireless, power and cooling, networking, software licensing and mobility solutions. CDW was founded in 1984 and employs more than 6,300 coworkers. In 2010, the company generated sales of approximately $8.8 billion. For more information, visit CDW.com.
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