Pace Global Names Tom Ridge to Board of Advisors

FAIRFAX, Va., Aug. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Pace Global Energy Services announces the appointment of Tom Ridge, the nation's first secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, to the company's board of advisors.

Pace Global is a leading energy consulting and management company, helping organizations maximize value and manage risk in today's complex energy and environmental markets. For more than 35 years and in over 60 countries, Pace Global has worked closely with clients to define strategies and implement solutions to deliver cost-effective energy.

"We are thrilled to have Secretary Ridge's leadership and experience as part of our board," said Tim Sutherland, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Pace Global. "As governor, Tom demonstrated tremendous business acumen and management capabilities. His expertise in developing and implementing a wide range of security and economic strategies will be an asset to us and our clients as we work to simplify the big decisions around energy procurement, usage, and planning."

A former Vietnam veteran and Pennsylvania governor, Ridge was the first White House Advisor on Homeland Security and was later appointed as the nation's first secretary of Homeland Security. Ridge is currently the president and CEO of Ridge Global, an international security and risk management advisory firm, headquartered in Washington, D.C.  

"Pace Global has established itself as a leader in the field of energy consulting and energy management with a strong track record of success that spans decades," said Tom Ridge. "I look forward to continuing to build on the solid relationship that Pace Global and Ridge Global have established."

About Pace Global Energy Services

Pace Global is a leading energy consulting and management company. We combine deep industry knowledge with commercial, technical, financial, and regulatory expertise to help organizations maximize value and manage risk in today's complex energy and environmental markets. For more than 35 years and in over 60 countries, we have worked closely with our clients to define strategies and implement solutions. We offer a unique, integrated perspective our clients have come to trust, which we call the Power of Integration. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.paceglobal.com.  

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Pace Global
4401 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA  22033

Contact:

Michelle Cash
Phone: 703.227.8775

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