APRIL 28, 2009 WASHINGTON DC - The Sextant Group, a nationally recognized, independent consulting and design firm specializing in audiovisual technologies, information technologies and acoustics, announces the addition of Michael Kerr as Senior Consultant.

Kerr brings a demonstrated track record of success in design and construction management of technology systems for government, healthcare, theatres/auditoriums, corporate, sports & entertainment, and educational facilities. His recent high-visibility projects range from the Miami Federal Courthouse and Netflix Corporate Headquarters to Children’s Hospital of Dallas, Tampa’s Ford Amphitheatre, Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, and the Washington Nationals Baseball Stadium.

The move enhances an already significant presence in the mid-Atlantic, and sets the stage for further growth in the core business of consulting, planning and design of educational, institutional and corporate space demanding a high degree of technology. This new office offers local architects and engineers dramatically improved access and better services from one of the nation’s top firms providing audiovisual and information technology design & specification, acoustics consulting and strategic technology planning.

Kerr originally worked for The Sextant Group between 2001 and 2003, and since then has been consultant for some of the most recognized names in the industry, plus teaching acoustics at University of Texas – Arlington. A Baltimore native, Michael is a graduate of University of Maryland College Park, an alumnus of American University, and an active member of AIA | DC.

“We’re thrilled to have Michael back working for us,” says Mark S. Valenti, President and CEO of The Sextant Group. “He brings an ever-stronger technical background plus a vast network of relationships in the industry. Now that he’s back in his old stomping grounds, he’s the perfect person to lead The Sextant Group’s new DC office.”

Since its founding over a decade ago, The Sextant Group has been active in the region. Current or recently completed academic, research and government projects in just the District and the two adjoining states are valued at nearly one half billion dollars. These include George Mason University Academic VI/Research II facility, James Madison University College of Integrated Science and Technology, Logistics University for the Department of the Defense, plus multiple projects for University of Mary Washington and a series of facilities for the University of Virginia, including the new medical Education Building and the Information Technology Engineering Building and Life Science Building.

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The Sextant Group is the award-winning technology consulting firm specializing in the design and specification of architectural and environmental acoustics, audiovisual systems, IT, telecommunications, security, and architectural lighting. Clients include education, medical, corporate, government, institutional, performing arts, broadcast, and sports & recreation, on over 1000 projects for more than 500 owners in 42 states and 11 countries.