CDG, a consulting firm specializing in the implementation and maintenance of human resources software systems, received the Rising Star Award from the Women's Business Council - Southwest. The council is a certified member organization of the national Women's Business Enterprise, an organization that works to foster diversity in the world of commerce.

The Rising Star Award recognizes a newly certified Women's Business Enterprise that has consistently demonstrated the highest degree of support for and involvement with the council in the first year of membership. As an advocate for women business owners, the council works with representatives of corporations to encourage the utilization and expansion of supplier/vendor diversity programs and provides a national certification standard.

The Parade of Stars Awards Gala, hosted by the Southwest council, was held Jan. 23 at the Hotel Inter-Continental in Dallas. The annual event honors Women's Business Enterprise and corporate members for their exemplary contributions to the advocacy of women business owners. Awards presented at the gala include Rising Star, Women's Business Enterprise Advocate of the Year, Corporate Advocate of the Year, Women's Business Enterprise of the Year and Corporation of the Year.

"As the CEO of a woman-owned business, I am delighted to support the work of the Women's Business Council - Southwest and proud that CDG has been recognized as a leader in this area," said Cynthia Driskill, president of CDG. "The Women's Business Enterprise certification program has enhanced our business opportunities, allowing for equal access to corporate and government procurement dollars. CDG's involvement with this organization has greatly contributed to our overall success."

About CDG
CDG is a national human resources information systems consulting firm headquartered in Dallas. CDG provides its clients with the industry's latest human resources information systems and methodologies to support payroll, personnel and benefits operations. Software supported by CDG includes CSS HRizon, eLabor.com, Genesys, Lawson, Oracle, PeopleSoft, ProAct Technologies, SAP, SmartStream and UltiPro. CDG has expertise across all major industries, including finance, health care, manufacturing, public sector and retail. Founded in 1987, CDG serves large- to mid-size organizations throughout the United States including The Art Institute of Chicago, The Associates, J.P. Morgan Chase & Company, Neiman Marcus and Wyndham Hotels. CDG is nationally recognized and has received many awards, including the Ernst & Young 2000 Entrepreneur of the Year for the Southwest region by owner Cynthia Driskill in the service area. For more information, visit www.cdg-inc.com.