Telecom software company to expand in Atlanta

Atlanta, May 7, 2013—The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) announces that Overgroup Consulting, a software company that supports telecom providers, has opened an office in Atlanta and will create 15 new jobs within the next two years. The office, which will house the company's executive, development and sales functions, will take advantage of the state's large pool of technology talent to add to its current 25-person staff.
'Overgroup joins a very healthy technology presence already in Midtown Atlanta,' said Chris Cummiskey, Commissioner of Georgia Department of Economic Development. 'Information technology is an increasingly growing industry sector in the state thanks to a large, experienced workforce, excelling graduates eager to work, and our existing infrastructure.'

Overgroup, based in Pensacola, Fla., has located in 4,780 square feet of space in the BB&T building in Atlantic Station, near Georgia Tech, selecting the Midtown district for its high-tech capacity. The company is currently accepting applicants at [email protected].

Expanding to the Atlanta market provides us with better access to our clients and access to a world class talent pool,' said Brent Maropis, CEO of Overgroup. 'We have experienced significant growth over the last few years and this strategic expansion positions our company for continued growth and high tech job creation."

Named one of Inc. magazine's 2012 "5,000 Fastest Growing Companies in the United States," Overgroup provides innovative web-based back-office support to telecom companies across the nation. As a leading developer of back office software, the company helps clients streamline billing and workflow processes and provides solutions to help them compete.

'Our mission is to be identified as a leading innovator of billing and back-office software which empowers clients to thrive and enables end-users to become happier and more productive,' said Ross Overstreet, CTO of Overgroup. 'Expanding our company to Atlanta is a step in that direction.'

The Georgia Department of Economic Development partnered with Invest Atlanta, the Metro Atlanta Chamber and the Georgia Institute of Technology to facilitate this project. GDEcD Project Manager Amanda Shailendra managed the project on behalf of the state.

About Overgroup
Overgroup Consulting is a leading developer of web-based software that provides back-office and billing solutions to telecom providers across the United States. For more information, visit www.overgroup.com.

About GDEcD
The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) plans, manages and mobilizes state resources to attract new business investment to Georgia, drive the expansion of existing industry and small business, locate new markets for Georgia products, inspire tourists to visit Georgia, and promote the state as a top destination for arts events and film, music and digital entertainment projects. Visit www.georgia.org.