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airBand
Communications Names John McLeod EVP of Operations and Technology
Other Topics:
WiMAX World Attendance,
TDD Interoperability
airBand Communications
Inc.
Oct. 31, 2005
21-year veteran will drive the
expansion and scalability of airBand’s network and operations
Dallas, TX -- airBand Communications Inc., the largest fixed
wireless company for business customers in the United States, today
announced that John McLeod will join airBand on November 7 as the
company’s Executive Vice President of Operations and Technology. In this
role, McLeod will lead all aspects of operations including engineering,
provisioning, field operations, customer care and information
technology.
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Most recently, McLeod was chief operating officer of Austin-based
Broadwing Communications, a broadband communications provider, where he
was responsible for engineering and operating the company’s nationwide
fiber network, as well as managing information technology and
customer-facing functions including provisioning, customer support and
the Network Operations Center. Previously, he served as senior vice
president of operations at Metromedia Fiber Network (MFN) where he was
instrumental in expanding the company’s network and operations structure
into new markets.
“airBand is uniquely positioned to succeed with enterprise customers by
delivering a growing portfolio of broadband services over its wireless
network with an unwavering commitment to service,” McLeod said. “I am
eager to start working with the team as it embarks upon an aggressive
growth plan that we believe will set the standard for delivering fixed
wireless broadband communications.”
“John’s extensive technical and operating experience will enable airBand
to increase the breadth of the company’s service offerings, expand into
new markets and deliver a superior level of service to customers,” said
Mark Spagnolo, president and CEO of airBand. “His leadership and proven
track record will drive the scalability that enables airBand to capture
market share, thereby creating significant shareholder value.”
About airBand Communications Inc.
airBand Communications Inc., is a broadband communications provider
dedicated to helping businesses realize the full potential of their
voice and data services. With a comprehensive portfolio of Voice over IP
and high-speed data solutions, airBand provides its customers with the
functionality and flexibility required to compete in an increasingly
mobile business environment. Where possible, the company utilizes its
fixed wireless network to bypass the local phone company and provide
faster provisioning intervals, immediate scalability and complete
redundancy for its customers. As a result, nearly 2,000 businesses
already count on airBand for their broadband service, including market
leaders like Continental Airlines, Fujitsu, Solomon Smith Barney, The
Staubach Company, and WebMD. airBand is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
More information about the company is available at www.airband.com. |
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