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February 2013
RIVA Supports Web, Cloud, Information Needs for AHRQ Healthcare IT Resource Center (HITRC)
By: Brittany Alexander

PRESS Release
January 2013
RIVA Awarded ACT-IAC Web Modernization Contract
By: Brittany Alexander

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2013 HIDE/SHOW 2013 NEWS

March 2013
RIVA President, Naveen Krishnamurthy, Speaks at Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) 2013
RIVA’s Naveen Krishnamurthy was honored to speak at this year’s HIMSS conference on behalf of the cause-based organization. Naveen presented on price to win strategies as part of the Federal Health IT Business Development Workshop. Check out Naveen’s trending HIMSS 2013 – Price to Win presentation and learn how to navigate the $40 billion Federal Health IT budget.

January 2013
Naveen Krishnamurthy Adopts an ACT-IAC 'Associate'
RIVA's Naveen Krishnamurthy joins the inaugural American Council for Technology Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Associates Program as an industry “Coach.” The ACT-IAC Associates Program provides rising professionals an opportunity to jumpstart career advancement by instilling an understanding of the culture of government and industry organizations. Learn more about the Program and its 30 Associates here.

January 2013
Calling all BUGS – RIVA Wins ACT-IAC Website Modernization Project and Needs Your Help!
It's a BUG's life! RIVA has been awarded a contract to modernize the American Council for Technology-Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) website, and we need volunteers for our Website Beta User Group (BUG). Sign up here to become an influential BUG and create your own Federal IT experience.

January 2013
RIVA Business Development Manager, Farrell O'Neill, Joins ACT-IAC Advanced Mobility Working Group (AMWG) as Outreach Co-Chair
Farrell O'Neill, RIVA Business Development Manager, recently joined the American Council for Technology Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Advanced Mobility Working Group (AMWG). As Outreach Co-chair, Farrell will initiate dialogue on federal mobility and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) with a coalition of government and industry executives. To join the BYOD conversation, visit the AMWG collaboration site at www.actgov.org/byod.

January 2013
RIVA President, Naveen Krishnamurthy, Sits on Judges Panel for 2013 ACT-IAC Excellence.gov Awards Program
Naveen Krishnamurthy, RIVA President, recently sat on a panel of more that 40 judges for the12th annual 2013 Excellence.gov Awards Program. Alongside fellow senior government and industry information technology executives, Naveen reviewed a record number of more than 130 nominations to select this year's finalists. To see the complete list of finalists, click here.

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December 2012
Naveen Krishnamurthy Joins Young AFCEA Bethesda Chapter Mentor-Mentee Program as Industry Mentor
RIVA President, Naveen Krishnamurthy, has joined the 2012-2013 Young AFCEA Bethesda Chapter Mentor-Mentee Program to help new members connect with the Bethesda chapter, encourage knowledge sharing, and support professional development. Naveen looks forward to sharing his knowledge of the industry with a rising Young AFCEAN.

November 2012
RIVA CEO, Naveen Krishnamurthy, joins ACT-IAC "Mentoring a Voyager" Program
RIVA CEO, Naveen Krishnamurthy, was selected to "Mentor a Voyager" under the ACT-IAC Voyager Program, consisting of "rising stars" in both government and industry. Monthly meet-ups will help Naveen's Voyager expand and collaborate with a broader network.

November 2012
Naveen Krishnamurthy Named Industry Chair for YAFCEA Fiscal New Year Party (FNYP)
On November 7th, RIVA attended YAFCEA's biggest networking event of the year: the Fiscal New Year Party (FNYP). RIVA President, Naveen Krishnamurthy, was named Industry Event Chair and awarded an extra ticket for sharing the event via social media channels (Facebook and Twitter). See RIVA event pictures on our Facebook page here.

August 2012
RIVA's Naveen Krishnamurthy "Thinks Change" at Chicago NetIP Conference
RIVA President, Naveen Krishnamurthy, spent Labor Day weekend as a key Moderator and Speaker at the Chicago Network of Indian Professionals (NetIP) on two topics: Digital Marketing and Social Media in Business and Climbing the Corporate Ladder. The two sessions capitalized on Naveen's big business roots (Commerce One, CACI, and Booz Allen Hamilton), but focused on his ultimate transition into small business Federal contracting.

June 2012
RIVA's Kevin Fawley Speaks at G2 Marketing in the Round Discussion
RIVA Digital Strategist Kevin Fawley, moonlighting as the President of the Social Media Club of DC (SMC-DC), joined the G2 panel discussion and launch party for the new book Marketing in the Round by Gini Dietrich and Geoff Livingston.

AARP's Social Media Strategist and Pappas Group's Lisa Byrne joined the discussion on integrating marketing disciplines from PR to social media and directly marketing via full-scale multichannel programs.

June 2012
RIVA CEO & President Naveen Krishnamurthy Joins ACT-IAC Quadrennial Government Technology Review Governing Board.
As a member of the American Council for Technology Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Quadrennial Government Technology Review Governing Board, which is governed by the IAC Institute for Innovation, Naveen will develop a report and set of advisory briefings for the administration of each elected United States president on tipping point issues that impact Federal IT and agency mission objectives.

April 2012
Role as NVTC Social Media panelist allows RIVA to share lessons learned
RIVA“s President, Naveen Krishnamurthy, is one of two panelists on the Northern Virginia Technology Council“s (NVTC) social media event for "Breaking Down Borders: How Social Media is Shrinking the Globe." Naveen intends to share the lessons learned by his firm over the last several years in using web, mobile, and social applications to engage international audiences and stitch the fabric of a global community where everyone“s voice matters. Learn more at http://www.socialmediaclubdc.org/

February 2012
Involvement in Federal Awards Improves Social Media Engagement
CEO contributes to ACT-IAC's annual awards ceremony by sitting on the Excellence.Gov committee to evaluate how industry and government are using social media, cloud computing, and digital assets to engage the public.

February 2012
RIVA mentioned in Mark Schaeffers book “Return on Influence”
Invitation to participate on new media panel motivates CEO to offer his ideas on the fusion of web development, mobile technology, and social media.

February 2012
RIVA joins Beacon's STAR Protégé Program
Move to a more accessible facility should improve communication and coordination between the management team, billable consultants, and clients.

January 2012
Partnership with Intermix
Collaboration with creative design agency is intended to enhance the quality of ideas, products, and services being delivered to clients with an interested in branding.

January 2012
RIVA establishes new HQ office in Falls Church
Acceptance into strategic program equips company with a reputable mentor that can guide CEO through the SBA's 8(a) Business Development Program.

January 2012
Sponsorship of AFCEA Emerging Technology event on mobile and social
Acclaimed writer, speaker, and entrepreneur describes the affect of social media by referencing RIVA's experience and quoting the CEO's vision for the future.

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December 2011
RIVA participates in GSA Advanced Mobility Working Group
Brilliant discourse on introducing mobile technology to the federal government triggers a number of post-meeting research and development initiatives.

November 2011
RIVA participates in IAC Technology Refresh Working Group
Contribution to government and industry working group helps key technologists stay abreast of trends and visualize how emerging ideas will affect the government.

November 2011
CEO speaks at SocialCrush conference on Government and Social Media
Concepts surrounding social media in the federal government direct audience's attention to CEO's vision for a digitally connected federal workforce.

October 2011
CEO joins board of Touching Heart
Passion for Touching Heart's mission leads to an invitation to join the non-profit's board of advisors; celebration held at Mad Rose Tavern in Clarendon, VA.

September 2011
RIVA participates in GSA BetterGovernmentIT Working Group (
Ideas and suggestions to government and industry working group that is committed to helping the government maximize the benefit of IT.

September 2011
Staying Connected Event w/ Touching Heart
Autumn networking event raises awareness and money for Touching Heart's mission to inspire children to give gifts, goodwill, and cheer to others their age.

September 2011
CXIII networking event
Coordinated networking event at CXIII is second time that industry leaders and innovative technologists meet up in Old Town Alexandria.

June 2011
RIVA participates in GSA/IAC/Gartner Acquisition Improvement Working Group
Insightful discussion on timely topics: federal acquisition regulations; competitive procurements; shortfalls in the workforce; and the state of small business set-asides.

May 2011
RIVA sponsors and co-chairs AFCEA Spring Fling
Sponsorship of popular annual industry event helps company exhibit its talents in organizing an exciting event that sparked enthusiasm for the coming year.

April 2011
RIVA participates in GSA Mythbusters Campaign
Experience in working with GSA and using the agency's contract vehicles helps government and industry working group better understand current conditions.

April 2011
CXIII networking event, coverage by Biznow
Leading media publication covers sponsored networking event at one of the top cigar clubs in nation, CXIII.

March 2011
Staying Connected Event
Organization of first spring networking event draws nearly 200 people to one of the top restaurants in Northern Virginia, Chima.

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