Maryland Computer Geek Scores a Hat Trick

A little over seven months ago, information-technology specialist Kamrul Khan made a momentous decision: he would open his own business. Being self-employed in an industry ripe with myriad out-of-work computer professionals was a desire that had long burned within him. After much research, he found the perfect business opportunity?owning a Franchise with Geeks On Call®, the nation's premier provider of on-site computer services. In the short time since launching his business, Khan has been so successful that he was able to purchase a second franchise in January 2003, and just last week he celebrated the grand opening of his third Geeks franchise. Serving Bethesda and its surroundings, Khan?s newest franchise will deliver the same superb, on-site computer support that has become wildly popular throughout Maryland, northern Virginia, and Washington, D.C.

The secret to Khan's rapid success is his potent combination of technological expertise and business savvy. His experience with computers stretches back six years, and during that time he became adept at PC repair/maintenance, as well as website development. The A certification is not the only computer degree he holds; he has a B.S. in Management Information Systems from George Mason University, and plans to seek a Master's degree in the same field. On the business side, Khan has four years of experience in retail management, which helped him to develop top-notch customer service skills?and gave him a hunger to run a thriving business of his own. When asked about Kahn?s remarkable success, the President of Geeks On Call, Walter Ewell, said "Kamrul Khan has impressed me with his go-getter attitude. He's a perfect example of what it means to be an official 'Geek."

The premise of Geeks On Call® is simple: gone are the days of lugging computers to a local technician for updates or repairs. Instead, Geeks On Call® brings complete computer support directly to homes and businesses. Everything a Geeks technician needs to complete his tasks is nestled inside the sleek PC Cruiser that is emblazoned with the Geeks On Call® logo and toll-free phone number.

Founded in 1999, Geeks On Call® initially served the areas of Norfolk and Virginia Beach, VA. In response to its tremendous success, Geeks planted its first franchise in April 2001. Since then, 85 Franchises have been cultivated throughout the United States. This rapid growth is a reflection of the public's hunger for quality on-site computer assistance. Prior to Geeks On Call®, residential customers in need of computer support often faced tremendous expense and lengthy down-time, with no guarantee of satisfaction. The expedient, reliable services provided by Geeks On Call® have also become a necessity for small businesses, giving them exposure to licensed technicians, and eliminating the cost of hiring a full-time IT staff.

Currently Geeks On Call® offers service in the following areas: Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads, VA; Washington, D.C.; Charlotte and Raleigh/Durham, NC; Annapolis, Baltimore, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Columbia, Frederick, Gaithersburg, Germantown, and Rockville, MD; Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denton, and Plano, TX; Arvada, Boulder, Colorado Springs and Denver, CO; Lee's Summit and Kansas City, MO; Jacksonville, Lakeland, and Tampa, FL.