Applied Research Corporation Earns
Women’s Business Enterprise Certification

-Growing Human Capital Consultancy Expands Leadership Development Service Offerings-

METUCHEN, N.J. (DATEJune 14, 2007) - Applied Research Corporation, a leadership development consulting company, today announced that it has been certified as a women’s business enterprise (WBE) by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).

The WBENC certification for women-owned businesses is one of the most widely recognized and respected certifications in the nation, accepted by thousands of corporations within the country and a number of federal and government agencies. To become WBENC certified, a company must be an independent business that is at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more women. The average WBENC certified company has revenues of $7.7M, 45 employees and 14 years of experience.

“It is an honor to receive WBENC certification, since the organization is the leading advocate of WBEs as suppliers to corporate America.WBENC certification will help us develop new and existing business opportunities as well as expand into additional markets,” said Jan Margolis, managing director,Applied Research Corporation. “The certification is an exceptional achievement for our company and acknowledges our commitment to building successful business partnerships.”

More than 235 U.S. corporations are active members of WBENC, and the WBENC Board of Directors represents 36 corporations as well as other affiliates. More information about WBENC can be accessed at

In making today’s announcement, Margolis also shared her company’s near-term plans to release new service offerings based on proven Applied Research Corporation methodologies and best practices. She commented, “One of the biggest pain points for organizations is their ability to properly develop sales managers, talent. Our new services draw from our years of experience in this area and will help companies advance sales talent leaders in the leadership pipeline, maximizing performance and ensuring retention.”

For more information about Applied Research Corporation’s sales management development services, please call (732) 549-8891.

About Applied Research Corporation:

Applied Research Corporation is a leadership development consulting company specializing in leveraging human capital through accurate predictive assessment, insightful coaching, effective training and proven talent management strategies. Our clients range from mid-size to global organizations that understand the business value of accelerating the development of key talent. Applied Research Corporation offers the experience and the capacity to support their needs on a worldwide basis. For more information, please visit or e-mail .

# # #

Note to Editors:Trademarks and registered trademarks referenced herein remain the property of their respective owners.

Media Contact: Jeanne Achille, The Devon Group, 732-224-1000, ext. 11,

Jeanne Achille

The Devon Group

(732) 224-1000, ext. 11