The employees of Info Tech, Inc., a local software development and statistical consulting company, are committed to reaching out and helping families in need during the holidays.

Every year, employees participate in a food drive for the holidays and this year was no different. Everyone was eager and excited to help as much as they could, even during the rough economic times.

Employees’ donations included stuffing, mashed potatoes, canned fruit and vegetables, macaroni and cheese, dessert mixes and more, plus the company executives donated ten turkeys to round out the meals.

In addition, to show the company’s commitment to helping veterans, Info Tech sponsored two veteran families for the holiday through a local veterans agency. A full Thanksgiving meal, including the turkey, side dishes and dessert, will be delivered to two veteran families – one in the Gainesville area and the other in Homosassa.

“Info Tech has been doing an annual Thanksgiving food drive for years,” said Dr. James T. McClave, president of Info Tech, Inc. “This year, it seemed even more important and I am proud of our team for coming through for this great community. Helping out local veterans makes it even more special.”

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Info Tech recognized employees who served their country today at a commemorative Veterans Day lunch honoring the sacrifices made by former members of the armed forces. The luncheon was the first of its kind for Info Tech.

A total of 14 employees were recognized for their previous military service. Veterans ranged from young to old, with participation in major wars as far back as World War II. Dr. Robert Lanzillotti served in the U.S. Navy beginning in 1942, eventually taking part in the D-Day invasion of Normandy, delivering troops to Juno Beach aboard a Navy LST ship.

Furthering the company’s commitment to helping veterans, Info Tech also announced that they will be assisting ex-military families throughout the year, in cooperation with a local veterans’ agency. Doing this helps people in the local community while acknowledging the hard work of those who put their life on the line in service of our country.

Dr. James T. McClave, president of Info Tech, said that recognizing Veterans’s Day has always been important to him, but doing so in an intimate luncheon setting made it much more personal.

“It is truly an honor to know that Info Tech has employees who have fought for freedom and democracy,” McClave said. “Getting to hear their stories first-hand made the holiday that much more memorable.”