Mastech Holdings, Inc., (NYSE: MHH), a national provider of Information Technology staffing services, today announced the appointment of Larson Rider to the company's Green Technology practice.

Since 1984, Mr. Rider has worked extensively with Green Technology clients in Energy/Environmental Controls, Renewable Energy and Smart Grid. Mr. Rider joins Mastech from Echelon Corporation, a leading international provider of Control Networks for the Smart City, Smart Meters and Smart Grid Systems, where he served as the corporation's Staffing Manager.

As part of Mastech's focus on Smart Grid and Renewable Energy and, in particular, the high-growth area of Renewable Energy Technology, Mr. Rider will focus on practice development, business development, and Renewable Energy Technology consultant recruitment.

Commenting on Mr. Rider's appointment, Mastech CEO Steve Shangold noted, "The increasing importance of Smart Grid and Renewable Energy make this market sector a key area of focus for Mastech. Adding a seasoned professional to launch our practice helps Mastech deepen our relationship at existing Green Technology and Environmentally-committed clients, and increase new Green Technology-related business. Larson's knowledge and experience will also help attract highly sought-after consultants who possess significant Smart Grid and Renewable Energy skills."

"I am excited to join a forward-looking firm such as Mastech," remarked Mr. Rider, "Mastech's history is one of being on the cutting-edge of technology integration trends. From our initial conversations about Green Technology, Smart Grid and Renewable Energy, I realized Mastech's commitment to make a difference to the Environment, and to have a hand in crafting a future of an energy-independent United States. I believe we have the tools, resources and support to build a premier, nationwide Green Consulting and Human Capital Management practice."