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Oct 14, 2003 - PAETEC Named Second Fastest Growing Tech Company
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Fairport, NY, October 14, 2003/Businesswire/ -- PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it ranks Number Two on the 2003 Deloitte Technology Fast 500, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology companies in North America. Rankings are based on average percentage revenue growth over five years, from 1998 - 2002. PAETEC grew 192,701 percent during this period.
"Achieving sustained revenue growth of 192,701 percent over five years is a tremendous accomplishment during a difficult period for the technology sector," said Mark A. Evans, national managing partner of Deloitte's Technology, Media & Telecommunications Group. "PAETEC's substantial growth puts it in select company."
PAETEC's chairman of the board and CEO, Arunas A. Chesonis, credits the dedication of PAETEC employees and their passion for quality with the company's remarkable revenue growth over the past five years. Chesonis said, "PAETEC's culture of service excellence is the cornerstone of our success. Our employees are fueled by their passion to deliver unparalleled care to our customers, resulting in a 99.5 percent customer retention rate and revenue growth of 192,701 percent over the last five years. Our unwavering commitment to our customers and our solid financial performance demonstrates our ability to successfully execute our business strategies. We are honored by this recognition and are delighted to be included in the company of such former Fast 500 winners as eBay and Yahoo!, Inc."
Evans added, "Attracting enough customers to maintain this growth rate over five years makes a strong statement about the quality of a company's product and its leadership. PAETEC has shown the right stuff for growth."
PAETEC previously ranked third on the Rising Stars list for 2001, a special designation for 25 companies that have been in business less than five years, but at least three years.
Overall, companies that ranked on the 2003 Technology Fast 500 had growth rates ranging from 469 to 296,080 percent over five years, with an average growth rate of 5,493 percent. PAETEC's revenues grew from $150,000 in 1998 to $289,202,000 in 2002, reflecting a revenue growth rate over five years of 192,701 percent.
The Fast 500 list is compiled from Deloitte's 20 regional North American Fast 50 programs, nominations submitted directly to the Fast 500, and public company database research. To qualify for the Fast 500, entrants must have had 1998 operating revenues of at least $50,000 USD and $75,000 CD for the United States and Canada, respectively; and 2003 operating revenues must be at least $1 million USD or CD.
Entrants must also be public or private companies headquartered in North America and must be a "technology company," defined as a company that owns proprietary technology that contributes to a significant portion of the companies' technology in a unique way does not quality.
About PAETEC
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Oct 14, 2003 - PAETEC Awards Maestro Quality Award To EMC
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Fairport, NY, October 14, 2003/Businesswire/-- PAETEC Communications, Inc., a leading communications solutions provider, announced that it has awarded a Maestro Quality Award to EMC Corporation (NYSE: EMC). PAETEC's Maestro Quality Award recognizes vendor excellence supporting PAETEC.
"PAETEC selected EMC Symmetrix networked storage in 1999 as part of its best-of-breed technology initiative" stated Robert Moore, PAETEC's Vice President of Information Technology. "We recently upgraded our EMC storage-area network (SAN) in multiple locations across the country. With EMC, the transition was seamless. And as usual, the professional services support provided by EMC for the transition was exceptional. EMC is critical to our business, but more importantly, is a true partner that understands our business needs" said Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC Chairman and CEO.
Joseph M. Tucci, EMC CEO & President, accepted the award at PAETEC headquarters with a large crowd of PAETEC employees in attendance. "I am accepting PAETEC's Maestro Quality Award on behalf of all of EMC's employees worldwide" stated Tucci. "EMC takes great pride in building strong customer relationships, and specifically the relationship we have established with PAETEC."
About PAETEC
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, government organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at www.paetec.com.
About EMC
EMC Corporation (NYSE: EMC) is the world leader in information storage systems, software, networks and services, providing automated networked storage solutions to help organizations extract the maximum value from their information, at the lowest total cost, across every point in the information lifecycle. Information about EMC's products and services can be found at www.EMC.com.
Contacts:
Robert Moore
Vice President of Information Technology
PAETEC Communications, Inc.
585-340-2840
Jolanda Chesonis
Vice President Human Resources and Communications
PAETEC Communications, Inc.
585-340-2573
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Sep 29, 2003 - Bellevue Communications signs PAETEC
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PHILADELPHIA - Bellevue Communications Group announced today that it has added as its newest client, PAETEC Communications, one of the fastest growing telecommunications companies in the Greater Philadelphia region.
PAETEC Communications is an integrated communications provider offering local, domestic and international long distance services, high-speed Internet access, advanced data services, and communications management services to medium and large-sized businesses, colleges, universities, hospitals, hoteliers and government organizations throughout the United States.
PAETEC, a privately held company that began in 1998 by providing long-distance service, offers its extensive menu of services to customers in more than 27 markets, including Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The company has nearly 1,000 employees, with more than 10 percent of its workforce based in Voorhees, New Jersey and Eddystone, Pennsylvania.
Earlier this year, the Philadelphia Business Journal recognized PAETEC as one of the top five telecommunications companies based in the metropolitan Philadelphia area.
"Bellevue is delighted to have the opportunity to represent this remarkable firm," said Kevin A. Feeley, President of Bellevue Communications Group. "We are eager to develop innovative strategies that will garner PAETEC the attention it deserves."
Bellevue Communications Group specializes in crisis communications, issue management, and press relations for a variety of private sector clients, including Citizens Bank, Temple University Health Systems, Comcast-Spectacor, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, and the National Constitution Center. Bellevue Communications is a subsidiary of S.R. Wojdak & Associates.
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Sep 25, 2003 - PAETEC Sales Leadership Achieves Record Commissions
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Fairport, NY, September 25, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that its sales leadership, specifically its direct and agent sales channels, has achieved over $20 million in commissions year to date.
PAETEC's sales teams take a consultative approach to customers, understanding needs in order to develop customized, cost effective communications solutions. "PAETEC is passionate about service excellence," stated Brad Bono, PAETEC's Co-Chief Operating Officer. "Our commitment to customer care begins with our sales teams, ensuring that quality services offered are combined with exceptional value, reliability and flexibility. Their expertise, knowledge and enthusiasm have contributed to our current success and is reflected in the substantial commissions achieved."
PAETEC boasts over 8,000 customers and maintains a 99.5% monthly retention rate. "PAETEC is able to attract quality sales professionals to our team because we provide the resources and support needed to reach our sales growth strategies while maintaining outstanding customer care," continued Bono. "With approximately fifty sales positions now available around the country, I have no doubt that we will attract those sales professionals who will want to be part of an organization so committed to providing service excellence to its customers."
Leading PAETEC's sales efforts include the following seasoned telecom leaders who have been critical to building PAETEC's sales teams and have consistently surpassed sales revenue targets:
Mario DeRiggi, regional sales vice president for New York and New England;
Reginald Scales, regional sales vice president for Maryland, Virginia and the Midwest;
Mark McLaughlin, vice president of sales for the Philadelphia region;
Dan Reinbold, Vice President of Sales for Western New York;
Matt Coso, Vice President of Sales for Upstate New York;
Rich Stalder, Vice President of Sales for the South;
Mark Szotkowski, Vice President of Sales for Southern California;
John Budney, National Vice President of Authorized Agents; and
Donna Wenk, Vice President of Account Development. Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Sep 09, 2003 - PAETEC Achieves Recertification To New ISO Standard
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Fairport, NY, September 8, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification from BSI Management Systems, an accredited quality management systems registrar. ISO 9001:2000 is the new standard replacing ISO 9002 as of December 15, 2003.
The ISO 9001:2000 standard is an internationally recognized quality management system standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). To be certified to the standard, companies must institute a quality management system (QMS) with detailed procedures outlining measures undertaken to monitor and improve business processes. PAETEC has been certified to the ISO 9002 standard since 1999 and has maintained its certification since that time. This latest certification demonstrates PAETEC's compliance with the requirements of the newest standard, ISO 9001:2000.
"PAETEC's successful certification to the new standard clearly demonstrates our continued commitment to service excellence," said Augie Lindsay, vice president of information systems and quality. "We remain passionate about quality, and our ISO 9001:2000 certification reinforces to our customers, vendors and employees that we follow established procedures to ensure top performance while constantly reviewing those protocols to further improve operations."
"Simply stated, PAETEC is a very well run organization," said Ron Mathis, senior vice president, BSI Management Systems. "By formalizing their processes for running their business and utilizing ISO 9001:2000 to help improve their already impressive service levels, PAETEC will continue to remain a leader in their industry. Their employees have embraced ISO and it is reflected in their commitment to their customers."
About BSI Management Systems
With offices in USA, Canada and Mexico, BSI Management Systems is North America's leading Management Systems Registrar, helping companies to improve quality and manage risk. BSI Management Systems has registered over 40,000 companies worldwide to ISO 9000, QS-9000, ISO/TS 16949, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and many other management systems. BSI handles registrations in virtually every industrial and commercial sector, automotive, aerospace, chemical and allied processes, IT/software, and service. For more information visit BSI's website at www.bsiamericas.com.
About PAETEC Communications, Inc.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Aug 29, 2003 - PRIME Endorses PAETEC
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Fairport, NY, August 29, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that PRIME, Inc., a shared services/group purchasing organization serving the mid-Atlantic region, has selected PAETEC as the provider of choice for telecommunications services for its members. Members include acute-care hospitals and health systems along with specialty hospitals, surgery centers, long-term care facilities, and other health care providers located in Maryland, the District of Columbia and Delaware.
According to Dave Foley, Vice President, Shared Services, "PRIME is delighted by our new relationship with PAETEC Communications. PRIME offers its members an extensive portfolio of products and services and we believe PAETEC will be a strong addition to that portfolio. PAETEC will provide members with tremendous value in the form of cost savings, superior service and support regarding their telecommunications requirements."
PAETEC currently services more than 650 healthcare customers, generating over $25 million in annualized revenue. "PAETEC is committed to offering customized and comprehensive communications solutions to our customers while maintaining the highest levels of service excellence," said Anysia Kiel, PAETEC's director of affinity programs. "We are passionate about quality and our affinity program is supported by a national team focused on providing exceptional care to our customers. We are very excited to have been selected as one of PRIME's valued new providers and look forward to the opportunity to help PRIME members realize greater efficiencies."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Aug 22, 2003 - PAETEC Presents Quality Award To PICS Telecom
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Fairport, NY, August 22, 2003/Businesswire/-- PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has presented its Maestro Award for Quality to PICS Telecom Corp. PAETEC's Maestro Award recognizes those vendors who have consistently demonstrated service excellence to PAETEC.
According to Dick Padulo, PAETEC's executive vice president of engineering and operations, "We are delighted to acknowledge PICS for their ongoing efforts to ensure complete customer satisfaction. PICS diligently works with PAETEC to understand our network needs and purchasing trends in order to minimize our capital expenditures, which is especially crucial in our industry. They are a valued vendor and continually take the necessary steps that help support our business strategies."
PICS Telecom has specialized in the management and disposition of surplus and idle assets for leading telecommunications carriers in the industry since 1992. "PICS is honored to receive this distinction," said Tim Williams, president of PICS Telecom Corp. I'm very pleased our commitment to the processes defined in our ISO 9001:2000 certification enables us to provide quality products and services. As one of the leading companies involved in profit-driven asset management, PICS designs and manages custom investment recovery programs. PICS is also a customer of PAETEC's due, in large part, to a shared philosophy of exceptional customer care. The PICS team will continue to look for opportunities to enhance performance to its customers and looks forward to assisting PAETEC as it grows and prospers."
PAETEC's focus on improving quality and service to its customers is further supported by its ISO 9001:2000 certification. Consistent monitoring of operations to improve performance is central to PAETEC's mission of providing the highest standards of customer service. PAETEC's Maestro Award for Quality is a means for PAETEC to recognize those organizations that play an important role in enhancing PAETEC's back office infrastructure that directly impacts the successful execution of its service objectives.
About PAETEC Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Aug 12, 2003 - PAETEC Exceeds 469,000 Access Lines
Fairport, NY, August 12, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has installed 469,176 access line equivalents on its network as of June 30, 2003. This represents an increase of 47,208 access line equivalents in service over the prior quarter total.
PAETEC provides its enhanced voice, video and high-speed data communications services to businesses in twenty-seven markets served by its nine switching centers. PAETEC's customer growth is supported by its commitment to customer care and is reflected in its rapid installation schedule, quality network, customized communications solutions, integrated back office systems, and dedicated, service-oriented employees.
According to Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and CEO, "PAETEC is passionate about the quality of service provided to our customers. Our continued growth reflects that commitment. Our consistent execution of our business strategies while maintaining the highest levels of service excellence to our customers will remain our focus."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Aug 05, 2003 - Connecticut Lodging Association Selects PAETEC
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Fairport, NY, August 5, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that the Connecticut Lodging Association has selected PAETEC as the endorsed provider for all telecommunications services for their members.
The Connecticut Lodging Association represents over 150 member organizations within the state of Connecticut. The Association seeks to strengthen the growth and prosperity of the Connecticut lodging industry through its legislative efforts, education, training, networking and member services.
According to Simon Flynn, executive director of the Connecticut Lodging Association, "We are proud to endorse PAETEC Communications as the voice and data provider for the Connecticut Lodging Association. PAETEC's superior product offerings, coupled with their extensive understanding of the hospitality marketplace makes them a perfect fit for our membership. We are very confident that our partnership with PAETEC will bring strong value and great service to our members."
"PAETEC is focused on providing flexible, comprehensive and cost effective communications solutions to our customers," said Anysia Kiel, PAETEC's director of affinity programs. "Our affinity program to the Association's members is designed to assist them in effectively managing their daily business operations while helping to reduce telecommunications expenditures. We are delighted by our new relationship with the Connecticut Lodging Association and look forward to the opportunity to serve the Association and its members."
As a single source solution for business customers, PAETEC offers comprehensive service offerings, including bundled capacity for local, long distance and high speed Internet access. PAETEC is passionate about quality and is committed to providing customized, cost effective solutions while maintaining the highest levels of service excellence to its customers.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For additional information, please visit PAETEC Communications at www.paetec.com.
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Jul 28, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Becomes Internet2 Corporate Member
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Fairport, NY, July 28, 2003/Businesswire/-- PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has become a corporate member of Internet2 (registered trademark). Internet2 is a consortium led by over 200 universities working in partnership with industry and government leaders to develop and deploy advanced network applications and technologies, in order to help accelerate Internet development.
Internet2's primary objectives include: creating a leading edge network capability for the national research community; enabling revolutionary Internet applications; and ensuring the rapid transfer of new network services and applications to the broader Internet community.
According to Rick Cunningham, PAETEC's vice president of strategic markets, "We look forward to the role PAETEC can play in assisting Internet2 in achieving its strategic objectives. We believe that Internet2 plays a critical role in furthering the educational opportunities, research and network applications needs of the next generation of the Internet, and we are excited and proud to be part of the process. The first pilot program, an initiative to develop VoIP technology as a disaster recovery alternative, is very promising."
Georgetown University has partnered with BroadSoft and PAETEC to test and demonstrate the provisioning of an emergency IP voice service in the event conventional communications on the university's campus become inoperable or congested. This system is SIP-based and the system design provides inbound and outbound disaster recovery voice service in the event of CO, node, or gateway failures.
"Internet2 is excited about PAETEC's membership and involvement," says Ben Teitelbaum, program manager for Internet2's voice and integrated communications initiatives. "As we look at voice survivability architectures that combined the best properties of Internet telephony with those of the circuit-switched voice network, it is invaluable to have PAETEC at the table. Their high-level of engineering professionalism and experience as a leading provider of voice services to higher education, provides a unique perspective."
About PAETEC Communications, Inc.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For additional information, please visit PAETEC Communications at www.paetec.com.
About Internet2
Led by more than 200 U.S. universities, working with industry and government, Internet2 is developing and deploying advanced network applications and technologies for research and higher education, accelerating the creation of tomorrow's Internet. Internet2 recreates the partnerships among academia, industry and government that helped foster today's Internet in its infancy. For more information, visit: www.internet2.edu.
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Jul 22, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Awarded Job Training Grant
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Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has received a job-training grant in the amount of $21,500 from the New York State Department of Labor to conduct management training. The announcement was made at a press conference by Lt. Governor Mary Donohue held at PAETEC's headquarters facility in Fairport, NY.
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Jun 17, 2003 - PAETEC's Hospitality Program Exceeds 1,000 Customers
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Fairport, NY, June 17, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that its hospitality program has achieved an important milestone, serving 1,000 hospitality customers as of June 1, 2003. Annual revenues generated for the Company through its hospitality program exceed $20 million.
As a single source solution for its hospitality customers, PAETEC offers comprehensive service offerings, including bundled capacity for local, long distance and high speed Internet access, that are distinctively tailored to the needs of the hospitality industry. PAETEC's continued success can be attributed to its ability to provide customized solutions while maintaining the highest levels of service excellence to its customers.
According to Wade A. Branning, CFO for the Pacific Hospitality Group, which includes Doubletree and Crowne Plaza Resort properties, "Over the past two years, we have moved all of our telecommunication and data services from other providers to PAETEC. We have found them to be honest, straightforward, reliable, hard working people who are a great pleasure to work with. Their service after installation is impeccable."
"PAETEC is committed to providing flexible, reliable and cost-effective communications strategies to our hospitality customers to enable them to effectively manage their business," stated Charlie Field, PAETEC's vice president of hospitality. "PAETEC's proven track record of exceptional customer care supported by our national hospitality development team is focused on responding to our customers' needs and implementing the high quality solutions that will assist them in meeting the daily demands, fluctuations, and challenges within the hospitality industry."
As part of its focus on the hospitality industry, PAETEC will again be participating in the Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC), to be held this year in New Orleans, Louisiana on June 24 - 26, 2003.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For additional information, please visit PAETEC Communications at www.paetec.com.
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Jun 10, 2003 - MessageLabs Partners With PAETEC Communications
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New York, NY, June 10, 2003 -- MessageLabs ( www.messagelabs.com), the world's leading provider of managed email security services, today announced a partnership with PAETEC Communications Inc., an integrated communications provider, to deliver complete email protection from viruses, spam and other email threats to PAETEC customers.
PAETEC Communications is an integrated communications provider, offering a range of advanced voice, data, and communications management services. PAETEC's email Scanning Services, powered by MessageLabs, will add significant value to PAETEC's Internet and broadband service offerings. By leveraging MessageLabs' managed email security solutions, PAETEC Email Scanning Services will provide PAETEC customers with complete anti-virus, anti-spam, and porn filtering protection.
"This service allows PAETEC to expand its already robust managed services offerings to its customers and continues to build PAETEC's best in class data suite of services," said Brad Bono, PAETEC's eastern and southern region President. PAETEC customers will now be able to take advantage of email protection without having to assume the burden of purchasing, managing or deploying additional software or hardware to their network, freeing internal resources to increase productivity.
PAETEC Email Scanning Services provide a natural extension to PAETEC's Internet and broadband services, and a differentiated, high relevancy door opener to reach new customers. PAETEC customers include medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, government organizations and affinity groups. The partnership with MessageLabs will enable greater penetration into market segments that have a clear need for email security services, including healthcare, education and government.
"The PAETEC partnership is a great fit for MessageLabs," said Jos White, President of MessageLabs Inc. "It provides MessageLabs with an entree into a diverse and receptive new market, while enabling PAETEC to build its business both with existing and new customers, through competitive differentiation."
MessageLabs partners with businesses worldwide to provide their customers with complete peace of mind from complete email security. Through the MessageLabs Partner Program, Service Providers, System Integrators, Value Added Resellers and Security Resellers are able to team with the world's leading provider of managed email security services to deliver high-quality, value added services to their customers while expanding revenue opportunities and market share for their companies.
About PAETEC Communications, Inc.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For additional information, please visit PAETEC Communications at www.paetec.com.
About MessageLabs
MessageLabs ( www.messagelabs.com)is the leading provider of managed email security services to businesses worldwide. The company's unique predictive technology, Skeptic(tm) delivered through a global infrastructure, acts as a first line of defense by scanning email and eliminating threats such as viruses, spam and other unwanted content before they reach the customer and without the need for any additional hardware or software costs.
The MessageLabs service is powered by a global network of 'control towers,' currently spanning the US, UK, Germany, the Netherlands, and Hong Kong. The network is centrally managed from a Global Operations Centre and scans millions of emails a day with no discernible impact on delivery times.
MessageLabs currently has more than 6,000 business customers globally, including: The British Government, Air Products, SC Johnson, Conde Nast Publications, Fujitsu, Lloyds TSB and Rentokil. The company's partners include: BT, Cable and Wireless, Energis, Royal KPN NV, Telia, MCI and CSC.
For further information, please visit www.messagelabs.com
Contacts: Jolanda Chesonis of PAETEC Communications, Inc.
(585) 340-2573 / Jolanda.Chesonis@PaeTec.com
Matt Cobey of Magnet Communications (for MessageLabs)
(212) 367-6881 / mcobey@magnet.com
Brian Czarny of MessageLabs, Inc.
(646) 519-8114 / bczarny@messagelabs.com
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May 16, 2003 - Equinox Information Systems: PAETEC Communications Upgrades To Protector
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(NASHVILLE, TN) May 16, 2003 -- Nashville-based Equinox Information Systems today announced that PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, has upgraded its enterprise fraud security software to Protector 10.0. As one of the industry's most widely deployed fraud detection systems, Protector 10.0 enables telecom carriers, such as PAETEC, to quickly focus on suspect and fraudulent activity.
"When PAETEC initially deployed Protector in 2001 it significantly reduced our telecom fraud costs, which directly resulted in improved customer satisfaction and overall competitiveness," explained Mary Hochheimer, PAETEC's Fraud Manager. "Based on this, the decision to upgrade to Protector 10 was easy -- we knew it would help us catch more fraud, more quickly, with less administration."
"We are delighted that PAETEC elected to upgrade to Protector 10.0," said David West, Equinox Executive Vice President. "They have joined a long list of carriers who have implemented Protector 10.0, reaffirming Equinox as the provider of the most advanced fraud management solution on the market."
About PAETEC Communications
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For additional information, please visit PAETEC Communications at www.paetec.com.
About Equinox
Founded in 1986, with hundreds of customers worldwide, Equinox Information Systems is a global provider of software solutions for the telecommunications industry. Providing a full range of software applications, which are backed by exceptional customer support, the company offers solutions in areas critical to profitability and network efficiency, including mediation, fraud detection, CDR and switch administration, and network management, as well as custom application development. For more information, visit Equinox at www.equinoxis.com.
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May 15, 2003 - PAETEC Appoints New Executive Vice President
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Fairport, NY, May 15, 2003/Businesswire/-- PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has named Jeffrey L. Burke as executive vice president of managed services and information technology. In this newly created position Burke will be responsible for PAETEC's information technology direction and developing the company's managed services business.
"We are very excited by the addition of Jeff Burke to PAETEC's executive management team," stated Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and CEO. "Jeff has been an integral member of PAETEC's board of directors since 2000 and has a solid understanding of our business strategies and opportunities for future growth. Jeff now strengthens our operational management team with a unique blend of technology services, entrepreneurship and Fortune 100 executive experience."
"PAETEC is clearly on the right success trajectory," commented Jeff Burke. "Managed Services is a high-growth market opportunity within the communications industry sector. I am excited about the opportunity to leverage PAETEC's core skills, technology infrastructure and our base of 7,000 customers to drive success with new Managed Services offerings."
Burke most recently served as president of CXO Partners, an independent consulting firm focused on assisting emerging technology companies in achieving their business objectives. He was previously the CEO and co-founder of NetSetGo, Inc., a regional Internet professional services firm with offices in eight states across the eastern United States. Burke also served in executive roles at Xerox and Digital Equipment Corporation where he successfully developed new technology-based service businesses. Burke is a board member for PAETEC Corp. and the Rochester & Syracuse Epilepsy Foundation. He is also on the advisory board of Relevant Technologies, Emenete Business Services, Document Dynamics, 2Logical and Genesee Valley Trust. Burke holds a B.A. degree in Accountancy from Bentley College.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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May 06, 2003 - PAETEC Exceeds 420,000 Access Lines
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Fairport, NY, May 6, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has installed 421,968 access line equivalents on its network as of March 31st. This represents an increase of 35,040 access line equivalents in service over the prior quarter total.
PAETEC provides its enhanced voice, video and high-speed data communications services to businesses in twenty-seven markets served by its nine switching centers. PAETEC's customer growth is supported by its commitment to customer care and is reflected in its rapid installation schedule, quality network, customized communications solutions, integrated back office systems, and dedicated, service-oriented employees.
According to Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and CEO, "PAETEC continues to successfully execute its strategic objectives, despite a turbulent economic environment. Generating positive net income and free cash flow against this backdrop, while maintaining the highest levels of service excellence, demonstrates our passion for quality and reinforces our pledge of delivering value-added, cost-effective, comprehensive solutions to our customers."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Apr 29, 2003 - PAETEC Appointed To Hotel Association Board Of Directors
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Fairport, NY, April 29, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that Anysia Kiel, PAETEC's director of affinity programs, has been elected to the New Jersey Hotel and Lodging Association (NJHLA) Board of Directors. The association fosters economic development through increased tourism and the provision of educational support and services to the lodging industry.
The New Jersey Hotel and Lodging Association has over 250 members and is governed by an 18 member Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Kiel was elected for a three-year term to the Board of Directors. PAETEC's affinity program to association members has been instrumental in helping members more efficiently manage their telecommunications operations by reducing costs and streamlining processes. "The New Jersey Hotel and Lodging Association is committed to advancing strategies that will increase growth, development and prosperity within New Jersey's hospitality industry," said Kiel. "I am excited to play a role in assisting the NJHLA fulfill its objectives."
According to Joseph Simonetta, executive vice president of the NJHLA, "The New Jersey Hotel and Lodging Association is delighted to welcome PAETEC to its Board of Directors. PAETEC has developed a reputation within the telecommunications industry for its commitment to service excellence and entrepreneurial dynamism. The PAETEC program has increased our membership levels and we look forward to the energy and creativity Anysia Kiel will bring to the Board in helping us achieve our organizational goals."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Apr 23, 2003 - PAETEC Introduces Enhanced Email Offering
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Fairport, NY, April 23, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has enhanced its existing email product offering. Utilizing the EMAIL platform, customers will be able to take advantage of new feature functionality to help manage mail administration and web mail services.
PAETEC's Email offering delivers a cost-effective solution for customers who are interested in obtaining dedicated Internet access and feature rich email from a single provider. In addition to standard benefits such as mailbox creation and deletion, user and account statistics, and multiple email addresses with a single mailbox, the customer has complete flexibility with web mail and mail administration services.
Some of the key feature enhancements include: Email aliases that creates additional virtual email addresses beyond the number of physical mailboxes limit; Email forwarder that forwards a copy of a customer's local email to a home email account; and virus notification that alerts the local recipient of email virus delivery.
The service is offered in a variety of configurations to adapt to each customer's needs and unique requirements and is supported 24 hours a day, seven days a week by PAETEC's network operations center.
According to Jack Baron, president of PAETEC's northern and mid-western regions, "We continue to enhance and expand our product portfolio to ensure that we are meeting our customers' demands for services that will assist them in effectively managing their daily business operations. PAETEC's advanced Email service provides our customers with the needed solution that easily integrates with their existing suite of services."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Apr 03, 2003 - PAETEC Recognized As Top Local Service Provider
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Fairport, NY, April 3, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has received the Agent Alliance Agents Choice Award as the nation's top local service provider. This recognition was presented to PAETEC at the recent Phone + Magazine Channel Partner Conference and Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Agent Alliance is an organization whose membership is comprised of some of the largest independent agents located throughout the United States, and who collectively bill over $100 million annually. This is the first year the Agent Alliance has presented this type of recognition. Selected as the number one local service provider by the Agent Alliance, PAETEC was honored for its outstanding performance in the delivery of services to the agent community.
"We are very pleased to have received this terrific distinction," said John Budney, PAETEC's national vice president of authorized agents. "With over 400 sales agents generating approximately $90 million in annualized revenue, PAETEC's agent program is a critical component to PAETEC's continued growth and success. PAETEC is committed to providing our agent program with the resources necessary to support and advance our business strategies. It remains, however, the dedication exhibited by all of our employees to providing the highest levels of service excellence that has resulted in this fantastic recognition."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees.
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Mar 27, 2003 - PAETEC Achieves Cisco VPN Security Specialization
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Fairport, NY, March 27, 2003/Businesswire/--Data Voice Networks, Inc. ("DVN"), a wholly owned subsidiary of PAETEC Corp. and a sister company of PAETEC Communications, Inc., today announced that it has achieved Cisco Systems' (NASDAQ: CSCO) VPN Security Specialization. Having already been named a Cisco Systems Certified Silver Partner, this most recent specialization demonstrates DVN's proven technical knowledge and ability to deliver services around the latest Cisco technology.
Via its DVN subsidiary, PAETEC designs and implements data networks. The VPN Security Specialization encompasses Cisco's entire portfolio of security products and distinguishes DVN for its knowledge, skills and competence in planning, designing, implementing, and supporting comprehensive network security solutions. This specialization reflects PAETEC's ongoing promise to better serve its customers through increased investment in staff, training and infrastructure to ensure delivery of the most current network security technologies.
"Achieving Cisco's VPN Security Specialization reinforces to our customers that we have the necessary knowledge and experience to implement complex network environments," said Bill Wechsler, vice president and general manager of DVN. "It also supports our commitment to becoming an industry leader dedicated to providing the highest levels of service excellence to our customers."
The attainment of this latest specialization further enhances the strength of PAETEC's value proposition. Not only does it support PAETEC's network strategy for IPVPN services to its customers, it offers its customers technologies that will enable the development of new business applications by decreasing risk and protecting confidential resources. According to Jim Lizon, DVN's vice president of sales, "This distinction not only recognizes our technical expertise to deploy advanced solutions, it is another attribute that demonstrates our competitive advantage within the telecommunications marketplace."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees.
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Mar 20, 2003 - PAETEC Launches International Toll-Free Service
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Fairport, NY, March 20, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has enhanced its existing domestic toll-free service with the introduction of international toll-free service (ITFS). This service will enable PAETEC customers who solicit business internationally to extend their reach into foreign countries while dramatically reducing their costs to market their specific products and services.
ITFS allows end-users in foreign countries to dial a toll-free number and have that call terminate within the United States. Similar to domestic toll-free service, several features are available with ITFS including time of day routing, customized digit routing, account and authorization codes, and call forwarding.
PAETEC has recently added this service to its product portfolio as a result of increased customer demand. PAETEC's customers, especially vendors with an international presence, as well as those within the manufacturing, finance and government sectors that have multiple branch offices, will benefit from the additional functionality integrated into their existing suite of services.
According to John Chapman, PAETEC's vice president of marketing, "We are constantly improving and implementing our product offerings in order to assist our customers in more effectively managing their business operations. With the introduction of ITFS, we provide our customers with the option of not having to undertake the investment of a physical presence in each country where they do business. End users responding to our customers' marketing efforts will be able to dial a toll-free number at which time the call will be re-routed to our customers' existing site within the United States. Not only will this service provide our customers with greater operational efficiencies, but it will help them minimize their costs as well."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Mar 13, 2003 - VeriSign Do-Not-Call Service Selected By PAETEC Communications
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VeriSign deploys TeleBlock (registered trademark) a patented Call Compliance technology, on its nationwide network to give carriers cost-efficient, automated call blocking service for telemarketing centers.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA. March 13, 2003 - VeriSign, Inc. (Nasdaq:VRSN), the leading provider of digital trust services, announced today that PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider serving businesses in 27 markets nationwide, is implementing its Do-Not-Call service as a more cost-effective means of helping clients comply with telemarketing regulations. VeriSign's TeleBlock (a registered trademark) Do-Not-Call service combines patented technology from Call Compliance, Inc. with VeriSign's trusted intelligent network infrastructure. This technology provides telecom carriers with an up-to-date, centralized source of the data in every available state, proprietary and third party "do-not-call" list, plus a technology solution for automated call blocking to telephone numbers in those databases.
VeriSign's TeleBlock Do-Not-Call service keeps auto-dialed calls to restricted voice and fax numbers from being connected. Telemarketing companies are thus better able to comply with state and federal laws and avoid fines and penalties levied by states and the federal government for incidents of non-compliance with consumer demands to block unsolicited marketing calls by placing their names on do-not-call lists.
"VeriSign is committed to providing ongoing leadership in the industry through innovation in outsourced services for communications providers of all types," said Terry Kremian, Executive Vice President and General Manager of VeriSign Telecommunication Services. "People are looking for more control over their communication services today, and our Do-Not-Call service is an example of how we assist carriers in maintaining call centers as clients while protecting the rights and privacy of consumers in a very technologically efficient, and cost-effective manner."
By hosting the TeleBlock solution on VeriSign's nationwide SS7 network infrastructure, the Do-Not-Call service is quick to implement and offers broad geographic scalability with no additional hardware or software required at the telemarketing center location, or in most cases, by the serving carrier.
As the first CLEC to be IS0 9002 certified, PAETEC Communications is committed to exceeding its customers' expectations, according to John Chapman, PAETEC's Vice President of Marketing. PAETEC continues to offer innovative products that are tailored to assist its customers in performing critical business operations, achieving significant cost containment strategies and superior results in service and flexibility, he said.
"We are very excited about offering VeriSign's TeleBlock Do-Not-Call service to our customers as well as working with VeriSign to effectively deliver this service," said Chapman. "Increasing feature functionality for call center operations is a tremendous value-added service that complements our integrated service offering. Most importantly, our customers who have call center operations will benefit greatly from the ability to maximize their outbound call activities in a cost effective manner."
"The urgent need for TeleBlock across the teleservice spectrum is increasing on almost a daily basis," said Alison Garfinkel, president of Call Compliance. "Teleservice professionals inundated with all of today's compliance requirements are turning to technology for answers -- TeleBlock provides them."
Consumers who want more information about placing their names on do-not-call lists are encouraged to contact their state attorney general's office or a local consumer protection agency.
About VeriSign
VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN) is the leading provider of digital trust services that enable everyone, everywhere to engage in commerce and communications with confidence. VeriSign's digital trust services create a trusted environment through our core offerings -- telecommunications services, security services, and registry services -- powered by a global infrastructure that manages billions of network connections and transactions a day. Additional news and information about the company is available at www.verisign.com.
About Call Compliance
Call Compliance, Inc. (www.callcompliance.com), a privately held company located in Glen Cove, NY, is the category leader in developing innovative technological solutions in the compliance sector. In addition to TELEBLOCK, the company offers a complete array of compliance-oriented services, including DialBlock, a dial-in do-not-call blocking system that automatically blocks calls to state, in-house and third party do-not-call lists designed for use by small offices and home offices, TeleStop (a registered trademark), an annual subscription service that allows consumers to add their telephone numbers to CCI's proprietary DNC database, FaxxStop, a do-not-fax service, and soon-to-be-released TeleGuide (a registered trademark), an Internet-based training and certification program intended to enhance the knowledge of telemarketers with its in-depth and descriptive privacy related curriculum.
About PAETEC Communications
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
Contacts
VeriSign Media Relations: Penny Thomas, pthomas@verisign.com, 360-493-6724
VeriSign Investor Relations: Steven Gatoff, sgatoff@verisign.com, 650-426-4560
Alison Garfinkel, President, Call Compliance, alison@callcompliance.com,1-888-674-6774
Statements in this announcement other than historical data and information, including but not limited to, statements regarding benefits of VeriSign's restructuring and new service offerings, constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause VeriSign's actual results to differ materially from those stated or implied by such forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, among others, VeriSign's limited operating history under its current business structure, the risk that businesses of previously-acquired companies as well as other businesses will not be integrated successfully and unanticipated costs of such integration; uncertainty of future revenue and profitability and potential fluctuations in quarterly operating results; the ability of VeriSign to successfully develop and market new services and customer acceptance of any new services; the risk that VeriSign's announced strategic relationships may not result in additional products, services, customers and revenues; increased competition and pricing pressures; risk that the company may not be able to achieve anticipated cost savings from the restructuring; and risks related to potential security breaches. More information about potential factors that could affect the company's business and financial results is included in VeriSign's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2001 and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. VeriSign undertakes no obligation to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this press release.
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Feb 25, 2003 - CompTel Elects New Board Members
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San Antonio - The Board of Directors of the Competitive Telecommunications Association (CompTel) today unanimously re-elected Richard E. Burk, President and Chief Executive Officer of nii Communications Inc., to be the association's new Chairman. The election took place at CompTel's 22nd Annual Convention and Trade Exposition at the San Antonio Convention Center, which attracted more than 2,500 registered attendees and more than 100 exhibitors.
"On behalf of CompTel members, I am very pleased to announce the new Board. Richard Burk's long-time dedication to the association and his years of industry experience and leadership will serve us well as we confront new policy, regulatory and business challenges in the wake of the FCC's Triennial Review," said CompTel President H. Russell Frisby, Jr.
"I am honored to be re-elected Chairman of CompTel," said Richard Burk, president and CEO of nii Communications Inc. "Over the past year we have actively fought the gang of four (referring to the Bells) to ensure and preserve competition in telecommunications industry. We have a lot of work ahead of us and I look forward to leading the Association through the challenging policy issues we face this year."
Burk has been a member of CompTel since 1986. In 2001, he served as Vice Chairman and Treasurer. He served on the executive committee from 2000 through 2002 and will continue in 2003.
Jerry James, President of Grande Communications and a former CompTel Chairman, was re-elected to be the association's Vice Chairman. Joseph Ambersley, Executive Vice President of Business Development for PAETEC, Inc., was re-elected Vice Chairman/Treasurer.
AT&T was elected to CompTel's Board of Directors for the first time in CompTel's 22-year history. Barbara Peda, Senior Vice President of Business Services for AT&T will be its representative.
CompTel's newly elected Board also named member company representatives to serve on its Executive Committee. The Board and its Executive Committee are list below:
Large Company Category (annual revenues of more than $250 million)
Barbara Peda, Senior V.P., AT&T Business Services
Susan Jin Davis, V.P. Government & External Affairs, Covad Communications Co.
Drew Walker, President & COO, ITCDeltaCom
Frank Semple, COO, WilTel Communications
Richard Fruchterman, III, V.P. Government Relations, WorldCom
Rob Curtis, President, Z-Tel Network Services
Medium Company Category(annual revenues between $25 million and $250 million)
Neil Flynn, President, FPL FiberNet
Jerry James, President, Grande Communications
Dan Moffat, President & CEO, New Edge Networks
Joe Ambersley, Executive V.P. Business Development, PAETEC, Inc.
Jerry Easom, V.P. Policy & Industry Relations, VeriSign
Jim Falvey, Senior V.P. Regulatory Affairs, Xspedius Management Company
Small Company Category (annual revenues of less than $25 million)
Pete Manias, Senior V.P. Carrier Relations & Regulatory Affairs, El Paso Global Networks
Joe Stockwell, President, EPIK Communications
Lynn Refer, CEO, Looking Glass Networks
Richard E. Burk, President & CEO, nii Communications Inc.
David Kelley, President, PPL Telcom, LLC
David Malfara, President & CEO, Remi Communications
Note: The seven executive committee members are in bold.
About CompTel's Board of Directors
The Competitive Telecommunications Association (CompTel) is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of 18 members.
Board members serve a one-year term. Potential Board members are nominated and elected during CompTel's Annual Meeting of the Membership, which takes place at the association's Annual Convention and Trade Exposition.
There are six Board members each elected from among the small, medium and large company categories. Each voting member company is entitled to cast one vote based on their category of membership. Small companies are defined as those with revenues of less than $25 million; medium companies have revenues between $25 million and $300 million; and large companies are ones with revenues of more than $300 million.
The CompTel Chairman and seven-member Executive Committee are selected by the newly elected board.
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Feb 18, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Turns Net Income And Free Cash Flow Positive
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Integrated Communications Provider Changing the Winds of Telecom
Fairport, NY, February 18, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that as of the fourth quarter of 2002, it has achieved positive net income and free cash flow. This is a remarkable achievement for a facilities based, competitive telecommunications company formed after the Telecommunications Act of 1996, especially one that has not undergone a financial restructuring to post such a profit.
PAETEC posted earnings of 2.5 cents per share for the fourth quarter, which was approximately 2% of revenues for the quarter. Revenue for the quarter grew 7% to just over $78 million. Revenues for the year exceeded $289 million.
"This is a monumental validation of our business plan," said Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and chief executive officer. "Being able to generate net income against a volatile telecom backdrop clearly demonstrates PAETEC's ability to successfully execute our business strategies and reinforces the tremendous value proposition we offer our customers."
PAETEC's announcement comes at a pivotal time for the Telecommunications Industry as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering rule changes for the Telecom Act of 1996 suggesting that there may be fundamental flaws with the Act. PAETEC's proven model should give the FCC and other legislative skeptics additional material to consider during their continued review of the Act.
"PAETEC's success can be attributed to the dedication, drive and entrepreneurial spirit maintained by our employees," commented Chesonis. "Our organizational passion for quality and our culture of ownership continue to distinguish us as the most customer and employee oriented telecom services provider in the country. We will seek to keep growing profitably while remaining focused on strengthening our customer relationships through exceptional service."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Feb 13, 2003 - PAETEC Employees Achieve 10% Annual Bonus
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Fairport, NY, February 13, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that its non-commissioned employees have achieved a cash bonus equal to 10% of their 2002 base salary. Over 600 of PAETEC's employees throughout the United States, including more than 300 employees in the Rochester, New York area, will share in bonus payments estimated at $3.5 million.
PAETEC's bonus calculation is based upon overall corporate performance. According to Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and chief executive officer, "Despite the turbulence within our nation's economy, PAETEC continues to successfully execute our strategic business objectives. Our employees are passionate about providing the highest levels of service excellence to our customers. It is their dedication and focus on quality that continues to drive our success. Their hard work and results oriented approach are the reasons for PAETEC's consistent positive financial performance and the attainment of a 10% bonus."
PAETEC was recently named the top private company in Rochester, according to the 2002 Rochester Top 100 list, sponsored by the Greater Rochester Metro Chamber of Commerce Inc. and the Rochester office of KPMG LLP.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Feb 06, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Hosts Jack Welch
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Fairport, NY, February 6, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it is sponsoring Jack Welch's attendance at a business event at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center on February 7, 2003. Welch, former General Electric Co. chief executive officer and one of the most widely emulated business leaders, will be sharing his unique insights and the strategies that helped GE increase its market value by more than $400 billion over two decades.
"We are thrilled by the opportunity to play a part in bringing one of America's most innovative managers to Rochester," stated Jack Baron, president of PAETEC's Northern and Midwestern regions. "One of his greatest strengths has been his almost relentless concentration on people. He has been masterful in developing, nurturing and challenging people to become effective leaders. We, at PAETEC, hold to this same vision and recognize that our success is due to the results-focused approach to problem solving maintained by our employees. We look forward to enjoying this evening with the many entrepreneurial leaders within our community."
PAETEC's commitment to excellence is further exemplified by its distinction as the first competitive local exchange carrier to become ISO 9002 certified. Continuously monitoring operations, generating ideas and looking for ways to improve performance is embraced by PAETEC and viewed as a critical component to ensuring long-term success.
A portion of all proceeds from the evening with Jack Welch will benefit various charitable organizations including the Epilepsy Foundation, Al Sigl Center, Arc of Monroe County, Golisano Children's Hospital at Strong, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Young Audiences, and the American Lung Association.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Feb 04, 2003 - PAETEC Ceo Receives Humanitarian Award
Fairport, NY, February 4, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC Communications' chairman of the board and CEO, has received the Mercer Humanitarian Award. The award, presented during the 54th annual Rochester Press-Radio Club Day of Champions Dinner at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center, recognizes Chesonis for his many philanthropic efforts within the Rochester, New York, community.
The Rochester Press-Radio Club represents more than sportswriters, television sportscasters and radio personalities. It includes a vast array of leaders from the Rochester community brought together by a common interest in sports and fundraising for local charities associated with children. Each year, the Press-Radio Club recognizes key individuals for their service to the community. Chesonis has been actively involved with many charitable organizations, including the Mary Cariola Children's Center, Compeer and Daystar.
"I am truly honored to have received such a tremendous distinction," said Chesonis. "I feel very privileged to be part of a community that is dedicated to continually improving the lives of our citizens, particularly our children. Compassion and generosity towards others are values that my parents instilled in me as a child and are values that I believe define us as individuals and as a community. It is the commitment to helping others that strengthens our community foundation and will guarantee our future success and prosperity."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Jan 20, 2003 - PAETEC Exceeds 386,000 Access Lines
Fairport, NY, January 20, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has installed 386,928 access line equivalents on its network as of December 31, 2002. This represents an increase of 12% over the 344,256 access line equivalents in service as of September 30, 2002 and a 66% increase over the 232,848 access line equivalents in service as of December 31, 2001.
PAETEC provides its enhanced voice, video and high-speed data communications services to businesses in twenty-seven markets served by its nine switching centers. PAETEC's customer growth and rapid installation schedule can be attributed to a combination of several factors, including its advanced network, customized communications solutions, integrated back office systems, and service-oriented employees.
"Despite the turbulence that has been witnessed in the telecommunications industry, PAETEC continues to successfully execute our strategic business objectives," said Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and CEO. "Our success can be attributed to our fundamental philosophy of being passionate about quality -- both in the value-added, cost-effective product offerings we provide as well as our commitment to maintaining the highest levels of service excellence to our customers. This core focus coupled with our financial stability, continue to entice customers who are searching for a provider who will help them productively manage their telecommunications operations, while reducing expenses."
PAETEC's dedication to ensuring quality customer care is further demonstrated by its distinction as the first competitive local exchange carrier to become ISO 9002 certified. PAETEC's ISO 9002 certification is another testament to its continued focus on quality and diligent monitoring of its business operations to ensure that promises made are promises kept-- to customers, employees, and vendors.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees.
For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
Contacts:
Keith Wilson, executive vice president and CFO, PAETEC Communications, Inc., 585-340-2970
Jolanda Chesonis, vice president of communications and human resources, PAETEC Communications, Inc., 585-340-2573
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Jan 06, 2003 - DePaul University Signs With PAETEC Communications
Fairport, NY, January 6, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that DePaul University has contracted with PAETEC for telecommunications services for both its administrative and student populations.
PAETEC expanded its network footprint with the inclusion of Chicago in 2001. Its Chicago switching center currently services more than 300 customers including 11 universities in and around the Chicago area. DePaul is the latest addition to PAETEC's ever increasing Chicago customer base. PAETEC's higher education customers generate more than $36 million in annual revenues for the Company.
PAETEC's success can be attributed to its proven ability to provide customers with an extensive package of integrated voice, data, Internet and communications management services, coupled with competitive pricing and quality customer care. PAETEC's commitment to service excellence is further exemplified by its distinction as the first competitive local exchange carrier to be ISO 9002 certified. Furthermore, PAETEC's flexibility and bundled service approach continues to generate strong demand among many organizations, particularly colleges and universities.
"PAETEC is an outstanding company and we are extremely pleased to be working with them," said John Ourada, operations manager for networks and telecommunications at DePaul. "Not only did we experience a rapid and seamless cutover, we consistently receive pro-active and exceptional customer care from them."
"We are delighted to be able to deliver a comprehensive solution to DePaul University, enabling them to more effectively manage their large communications networks," said Dan Maynard, PAETEC's vice president and regional sales manager for Chicago. "PAETEC's depth of support to our customers, particularly colleges and universities, is what really distinguishes us from our other competitors. We are truly committed to providing superior customer care and look forward to the opportunity to offer other businesses in Chicago our high quality, cost-effective communications services."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Oct 14, 2003 - PAETEC Named Second Fastest Growing Tech Company
Oct 14, 2003 - PAETEC Awards Maestro Quality Award To EMC
Sep 29, 2003 - Bellevue Communications signs PAETEC
Sep 25, 2003 - PAETEC Sales Leadership Achieves Record Commissions
Sep 09, 2003 - PAETEC Achieves Recertification To New ISO Standard
Aug 29, 2003 - PRIME Endorses PAETEC
Aug 22, 2003 - PAETEC Presents Quality Award To PICS Telecom
Aug 12, 2003 - PAETEC Exceeds 469,000 Access Lines
Aug 05, 2003 - Connecticut Lodging Association Selects PAETEC
Jul 28, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Becomes Internet2 Corporate Member
Jul 22, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Awarded Job Training Grant
Jun 17, 2003 - PAETEC's Hospitality Program Exceeds 1,000 Customers
Jun 10, 2003 - MessageLabs Partners With PAETEC Communications
May 16, 2003 - Equinox Information Systems: PAETEC Communications Upgrades To Protector
May 15, 2003 - PAETEC Appoints New Executive Vice President
May 06, 2003 - PAETEC Exceeds 420,000 Access Lines
Apr 29, 2003 - PAETEC Appointed To Hotel Association Board Of Directors
Apr 23, 2003 - PAETEC Introduces Enhanced Email Offering
Apr 03, 2003 - PAETEC Recognized As Top Local Service Provider
Mar 27, 2003 - PAETEC Achieves Cisco VPN Security Specialization
Mar 20, 2003 - PAETEC Launches International Toll-Free Service
Mar 13, 2003 - VeriSign Do-Not-Call Service Selected By PAETEC Communications
Feb 25, 2003 - CompTel Elects New Board Members
Feb 18, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Turns Net Income And Free Cash Flow Positive
Feb 13, 2003 - PAETEC Employees Achieve 10% Annual Bonus
Feb 06, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Hosts Jack Welch
Feb 04, 2003 - PAETEC Ceo Receives Humanitarian Award
Jan 20, 2003 - PAETEC Exceeds 386,000 Access Lines
Jan 06, 2003 - DePaul University Signs With PAETEC Communications
Oct 14, 2003 - PAETEC Named Second Fastest Growing Tech Company
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Fairport, NY, October 14, 2003/Businesswire/ -- PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it ranks Number Two on the 2003 Deloitte Technology Fast 500, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology companies in North America. Rankings are based on average percentage revenue growth over five years, from 1998 - 2002. PAETEC grew 192,701 percent during this period.
"Achieving sustained revenue growth of 192,701 percent over five years is a tremendous accomplishment during a difficult period for the technology sector," said Mark A. Evans, national managing partner of Deloitte's Technology, Media & Telecommunications Group. "PAETEC's substantial growth puts it in select company."
PAETEC's chairman of the board and CEO, Arunas A. Chesonis, credits the dedication of PAETEC employees and their passion for quality with the company's remarkable revenue growth over the past five years. Chesonis said, "PAETEC's culture of service excellence is the cornerstone of our success. Our employees are fueled by their passion to deliver unparalleled care to our customers, resulting in a 99.5 percent customer retention rate and revenue growth of 192,701 percent over the last five years. Our unwavering commitment to our customers and our solid financial performance demonstrates our ability to successfully execute our business strategies. We are honored by this recognition and are delighted to be included in the company of such former Fast 500 winners as eBay and Yahoo!, Inc."
Evans added, "Attracting enough customers to maintain this growth rate over five years makes a strong statement about the quality of a company's product and its leadership. PAETEC has shown the right stuff for growth."
PAETEC previously ranked third on the Rising Stars list for 2001, a special designation for 25 companies that have been in business less than five years, but at least three years.
Overall, companies that ranked on the 2003 Technology Fast 500 had growth rates ranging from 469 to 296,080 percent over five years, with an average growth rate of 5,493 percent. PAETEC's revenues grew from $150,000 in 1998 to $289,202,000 in 2002, reflecting a revenue growth rate over five years of 192,701 percent.
The Fast 500 list is compiled from Deloitte's 20 regional North American Fast 50 programs, nominations submitted directly to the Fast 500, and public company database research. To qualify for the Fast 500, entrants must have had 1998 operating revenues of at least $50,000 USD and $75,000 CD for the United States and Canada, respectively; and 2003 operating revenues must be at least $1 million USD or CD.
Entrants must also be public or private companies headquartered in North America and must be a "technology company," defined as a company that owns proprietary technology that contributes to a significant portion of the companies' technology in a unique way does not quality.
About PAETEC
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
About Deloitte
Deloitte, one of the nation's leading professional services firms, provides audit, tax, financial advisory services and consulting through nearly 30,000 people in more than 80 U.S. cities. The firm is dedicated to helping its clients and its people excel. Known as an employer of choice for innovative human resources programs. Deloitte has been recognized as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work for in America" by Fortune magazine for six consecutive years. "Deloitte" refers to Deloitte & Touche LLP and affiliated entities. Deloitte is the US member firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu. Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu is a Swiss Verein (association), and, as such, neither Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu nor any of its member firms has any liability for each other's acts or omissions. Each of the member firms is a separate and independent legal entity operating under the name "Deloitte," "Deloitte & Touche," "Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu" or other related names. The services described herein are provided by the US member firm and not by the Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Verein. For more information, please visit Deloitte's web site at www.deloitte.com/us.
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Oct 14, 2003 - PAETEC Awards Maestro Quality Award To EMC
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Fairport, NY, October 14, 2003/Businesswire/-- PAETEC Communications, Inc., a leading communications solutions provider, announced that it has awarded a Maestro Quality Award to EMC Corporation (NYSE: EMC). PAETEC's Maestro Quality Award recognizes vendor excellence supporting PAETEC.
"PAETEC selected EMC Symmetrix networked storage in 1999 as part of its best-of-breed technology initiative" stated Robert Moore, PAETEC's Vice President of Information Technology. "We recently upgraded our EMC storage-area network (SAN) in multiple locations across the country. With EMC, the transition was seamless. And as usual, the professional services support provided by EMC for the transition was exceptional. EMC is critical to our business, but more importantly, is a true partner that understands our business needs" said Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC Chairman and CEO.
Joseph M. Tucci, EMC CEO & President, accepted the award at PAETEC headquarters with a large crowd of PAETEC employees in attendance. "I am accepting PAETEC's Maestro Quality Award on behalf of all of EMC's employees worldwide" stated Tucci. "EMC takes great pride in building strong customer relationships, and specifically the relationship we have established with PAETEC."
About PAETEC
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, government organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at www.paetec.com.
About EMC
EMC Corporation (NYSE: EMC) is the world leader in information storage systems, software, networks and services, providing automated networked storage solutions to help organizations extract the maximum value from their information, at the lowest total cost, across every point in the information lifecycle. Information about EMC's products and services can be found at www.EMC.com.
Contacts:
Robert Moore
Vice President of Information Technology
PAETEC Communications, Inc.
585-340-2840
Jolanda Chesonis
Vice President Human Resources and Communications
PAETEC Communications, Inc.
585-340-2573
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Sep 29, 2003 - Bellevue Communications signs PAETEC
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PHILADELPHIA - Bellevue Communications Group announced today that it has added as its newest client, PAETEC Communications, one of the fastest growing telecommunications companies in the Greater Philadelphia region.
PAETEC Communications is an integrated communications provider offering local, domestic and international long distance services, high-speed Internet access, advanced data services, and communications management services to medium and large-sized businesses, colleges, universities, hospitals, hoteliers and government organizations throughout the United States.
PAETEC, a privately held company that began in 1998 by providing long-distance service, offers its extensive menu of services to customers in more than 27 markets, including Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The company has nearly 1,000 employees, with more than 10 percent of its workforce based in Voorhees, New Jersey and Eddystone, Pennsylvania.
Earlier this year, the Philadelphia Business Journal recognized PAETEC as one of the top five telecommunications companies based in the metropolitan Philadelphia area.
"Bellevue is delighted to have the opportunity to represent this remarkable firm," said Kevin A. Feeley, President of Bellevue Communications Group. "We are eager to develop innovative strategies that will garner PAETEC the attention it deserves."
Bellevue Communications Group specializes in crisis communications, issue management, and press relations for a variety of private sector clients, including Citizens Bank, Temple University Health Systems, Comcast-Spectacor, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, and the National Constitution Center. Bellevue Communications is a subsidiary of S.R. Wojdak & Associates.
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Sep 25, 2003 - PAETEC Sales Leadership Achieves Record Commissions
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Fairport, NY, September 25, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that its sales leadership, specifically its direct and agent sales channels, has achieved over $20 million in commissions year to date.
PAETEC's sales teams take a consultative approach to customers, understanding needs in order to develop customized, cost effective communications solutions. "PAETEC is passionate about service excellence," stated Brad Bono, PAETEC's Co-Chief Operating Officer. "Our commitment to customer care begins with our sales teams, ensuring that quality services offered are combined with exceptional value, reliability and flexibility. Their expertise, knowledge and enthusiasm have contributed to our current success and is reflected in the substantial commissions achieved."
PAETEC boasts over 8,000 customers and maintains a 99.5% monthly retention rate. "PAETEC is able to attract quality sales professionals to our team because we provide the resources and support needed to reach our sales growth strategies while maintaining outstanding customer care," continued Bono. "With approximately fifty sales positions now available around the country, I have no doubt that we will attract those sales professionals who will want to be part of an organization so committed to providing service excellence to its customers."
Leading PAETEC's sales efforts include the following seasoned telecom leaders who have been critical to building PAETEC's sales teams and have consistently surpassed sales revenue targets:
Mario DeRiggi, regional sales vice president for New York and New England;
Reginald Scales, regional sales vice president for Maryland, Virginia and the Midwest;
Mark McLaughlin, vice president of sales for the Philadelphia region;
Dan Reinbold, Vice President of Sales for Western New York;
Matt Coso, Vice President of Sales for Upstate New York;
Rich Stalder, Vice President of Sales for the South;
Mark Szotkowski, Vice President of Sales for Southern California;
John Budney, National Vice President of Authorized Agents; and
Donna Wenk, Vice President of Account Development. Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Sep 09, 2003 - PAETEC Achieves Recertification To New ISO Standard
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Fairport, NY, September 8, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification from BSI Management Systems, an accredited quality management systems registrar. ISO 9001:2000 is the new standard replacing ISO 9002 as of December 15, 2003.
The ISO 9001:2000 standard is an internationally recognized quality management system standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). To be certified to the standard, companies must institute a quality management system (QMS) with detailed procedures outlining measures undertaken to monitor and improve business processes. PAETEC has been certified to the ISO 9002 standard since 1999 and has maintained its certification since that time. This latest certification demonstrates PAETEC's compliance with the requirements of the newest standard, ISO 9001:2000.
"PAETEC's successful certification to the new standard clearly demonstrates our continued commitment to service excellence," said Augie Lindsay, vice president of information systems and quality. "We remain passionate about quality, and our ISO 9001:2000 certification reinforces to our customers, vendors and employees that we follow established procedures to ensure top performance while constantly reviewing those protocols to further improve operations."
"Simply stated, PAETEC is a very well run organization," said Ron Mathis, senior vice president, BSI Management Systems. "By formalizing their processes for running their business and utilizing ISO 9001:2000 to help improve their already impressive service levels, PAETEC will continue to remain a leader in their industry. Their employees have embraced ISO and it is reflected in their commitment to their customers."
About BSI Management Systems
With offices in USA, Canada and Mexico, BSI Management Systems is North America's leading Management Systems Registrar, helping companies to improve quality and manage risk. BSI Management Systems has registered over 40,000 companies worldwide to ISO 9000, QS-9000, ISO/TS 16949, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and many other management systems. BSI handles registrations in virtually every industrial and commercial sector, automotive, aerospace, chemical and allied processes, IT/software, and service. For more information visit BSI's website at www.bsiamericas.com.
About PAETEC Communications, Inc.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Aug 29, 2003 - PRIME Endorses PAETEC
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Fairport, NY, August 29, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that PRIME, Inc., a shared services/group purchasing organization serving the mid-Atlantic region, has selected PAETEC as the provider of choice for telecommunications services for its members. Members include acute-care hospitals and health systems along with specialty hospitals, surgery centers, long-term care facilities, and other health care providers located in Maryland, the District of Columbia and Delaware.
According to Dave Foley, Vice President, Shared Services, "PRIME is delighted by our new relationship with PAETEC Communications. PRIME offers its members an extensive portfolio of products and services and we believe PAETEC will be a strong addition to that portfolio. PAETEC will provide members with tremendous value in the form of cost savings, superior service and support regarding their telecommunications requirements."
PAETEC currently services more than 650 healthcare customers, generating over $25 million in annualized revenue. "PAETEC is committed to offering customized and comprehensive communications solutions to our customers while maintaining the highest levels of service excellence," said Anysia Kiel, PAETEC's director of affinity programs. "We are passionate about quality and our affinity program is supported by a national team focused on providing exceptional care to our customers. We are very excited to have been selected as one of PRIME's valued new providers and look forward to the opportunity to help PRIME members realize greater efficiencies."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Aug 22, 2003 - PAETEC Presents Quality Award To PICS Telecom
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Fairport, NY, August 22, 2003/Businesswire/-- PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has presented its Maestro Award for Quality to PICS Telecom Corp. PAETEC's Maestro Award recognizes those vendors who have consistently demonstrated service excellence to PAETEC.
According to Dick Padulo, PAETEC's executive vice president of engineering and operations, "We are delighted to acknowledge PICS for their ongoing efforts to ensure complete customer satisfaction. PICS diligently works with PAETEC to understand our network needs and purchasing trends in order to minimize our capital expenditures, which is especially crucial in our industry. They are a valued vendor and continually take the necessary steps that help support our business strategies."
PICS Telecom has specialized in the management and disposition of surplus and idle assets for leading telecommunications carriers in the industry since 1992. "PICS is honored to receive this distinction," said Tim Williams, president of PICS Telecom Corp. I'm very pleased our commitment to the processes defined in our ISO 9001:2000 certification enables us to provide quality products and services. As one of the leading companies involved in profit-driven asset management, PICS designs and manages custom investment recovery programs. PICS is also a customer of PAETEC's due, in large part, to a shared philosophy of exceptional customer care. The PICS team will continue to look for opportunities to enhance performance to its customers and looks forward to assisting PAETEC as it grows and prospers."
PAETEC's focus on improving quality and service to its customers is further supported by its ISO 9001:2000 certification. Consistent monitoring of operations to improve performance is central to PAETEC's mission of providing the highest standards of customer service. PAETEC's Maestro Award for Quality is a means for PAETEC to recognize those organizations that play an important role in enhancing PAETEC's back office infrastructure that directly impacts the successful execution of its service objectives.
About PAETEC Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Aug 12, 2003 - PAETEC Exceeds 469,000 Access Lines
Fairport, NY, August 12, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has installed 469,176 access line equivalents on its network as of June 30, 2003. This represents an increase of 47,208 access line equivalents in service over the prior quarter total.
PAETEC provides its enhanced voice, video and high-speed data communications services to businesses in twenty-seven markets served by its nine switching centers. PAETEC's customer growth is supported by its commitment to customer care and is reflected in its rapid installation schedule, quality network, customized communications solutions, integrated back office systems, and dedicated, service-oriented employees.
According to Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and CEO, "PAETEC is passionate about the quality of service provided to our customers. Our continued growth reflects that commitment. Our consistent execution of our business strategies while maintaining the highest levels of service excellence to our customers will remain our focus."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.paetec.com.
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Aug 05, 2003 - Connecticut Lodging Association Selects PAETEC
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Fairport, NY, August 5, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that the Connecticut Lodging Association has selected PAETEC as the endorsed provider for all telecommunications services for their members.
The Connecticut Lodging Association represents over 150 member organizations within the state of Connecticut. The Association seeks to strengthen the growth and prosperity of the Connecticut lodging industry through its legislative efforts, education, training, networking and member services.
According to Simon Flynn, executive director of the Connecticut Lodging Association, "We are proud to endorse PAETEC Communications as the voice and data provider for the Connecticut Lodging Association. PAETEC's superior product offerings, coupled with their extensive understanding of the hospitality marketplace makes them a perfect fit for our membership. We are very confident that our partnership with PAETEC will bring strong value and great service to our members."
"PAETEC is focused on providing flexible, comprehensive and cost effective communications solutions to our customers," said Anysia Kiel, PAETEC's director of affinity programs. "Our affinity program to the Association's members is designed to assist them in effectively managing their daily business operations while helping to reduce telecommunications expenditures. We are delighted by our new relationship with the Connecticut Lodging Association and look forward to the opportunity to serve the Association and its members."
As a single source solution for business customers, PAETEC offers comprehensive service offerings, including bundled capacity for local, long distance and high speed Internet access. PAETEC is passionate about quality and is committed to providing customized, cost effective solutions while maintaining the highest levels of service excellence to its customers.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For additional information, please visit PAETEC Communications at www.paetec.com.
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Jul 28, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Becomes Internet2 Corporate Member
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Fairport, NY, July 28, 2003/Businesswire/-- PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has become a corporate member of Internet2 (registered trademark). Internet2 is a consortium led by over 200 universities working in partnership with industry and government leaders to develop and deploy advanced network applications and technologies, in order to help accelerate Internet development.
Internet2's primary objectives include: creating a leading edge network capability for the national research community; enabling revolutionary Internet applications; and ensuring the rapid transfer of new network services and applications to the broader Internet community.
According to Rick Cunningham, PAETEC's vice president of strategic markets, "We look forward to the role PAETEC can play in assisting Internet2 in achieving its strategic objectives. We believe that Internet2 plays a critical role in furthering the educational opportunities, research and network applications needs of the next generation of the Internet, and we are excited and proud to be part of the process. The first pilot program, an initiative to develop VoIP technology as a disaster recovery alternative, is very promising."
Georgetown University has partnered with BroadSoft and PAETEC to test and demonstrate the provisioning of an emergency IP voice service in the event conventional communications on the university's campus become inoperable or congested. This system is SIP-based and the system design provides inbound and outbound disaster recovery voice service in the event of CO, node, or gateway failures.
"Internet2 is excited about PAETEC's membership and involvement," says Ben Teitelbaum, program manager for Internet2's voice and integrated communications initiatives. "As we look at voice survivability architectures that combined the best properties of Internet telephony with those of the circuit-switched voice network, it is invaluable to have PAETEC at the table. Their high-level of engineering professionalism and experience as a leading provider of voice services to higher education, provides a unique perspective."
About PAETEC Communications, Inc.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For additional information, please visit PAETEC Communications at www.paetec.com.
About Internet2
Led by more than 200 U.S. universities, working with industry and government, Internet2 is developing and deploying advanced network applications and technologies for research and higher education, accelerating the creation of tomorrow's Internet. Internet2 recreates the partnerships among academia, industry and government that helped foster today's Internet in its infancy. For more information, visit: www.internet2.edu.
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Jul 22, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Awarded Job Training Grant
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Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has received a job-training grant in the amount of $21,500 from the New York State Department of Labor to conduct management training. The announcement was made at a press conference by Lt. Governor Mary Donohue held at PAETEC's headquarters facility in Fairport, NY.
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Jun 17, 2003 - PAETEC's Hospitality Program Exceeds 1,000 Customers
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Fairport, NY, June 17, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that its hospitality program has achieved an important milestone, serving 1,000 hospitality customers as of June 1, 2003. Annual revenues generated for the Company through its hospitality program exceed $20 million.
As a single source solution for its hospitality customers, PAETEC offers comprehensive service offerings, including bundled capacity for local, long distance and high speed Internet access, that are distinctively tailored to the needs of the hospitality industry. PAETEC's continued success can be attributed to its ability to provide customized solutions while maintaining the highest levels of service excellence to its customers.
According to Wade A. Branning, CFO for the Pacific Hospitality Group, which includes Doubletree and Crowne Plaza Resort properties, "Over the past two years, we have moved all of our telecommunication and data services from other providers to PAETEC. We have found them to be honest, straightforward, reliable, hard working people who are a great pleasure to work with. Their service after installation is impeccable."
"PAETEC is committed to providing flexible, reliable and cost-effective communications strategies to our hospitality customers to enable them to effectively manage their business," stated Charlie Field, PAETEC's vice president of hospitality. "PAETEC's proven track record of exceptional customer care supported by our national hospitality development team is focused on responding to our customers' needs and implementing the high quality solutions that will assist them in meeting the daily demands, fluctuations, and challenges within the hospitality industry."
As part of its focus on the hospitality industry, PAETEC will again be participating in the Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC), to be held this year in New Orleans, Louisiana on June 24 - 26, 2003.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For additional information, please visit PAETEC Communications at www.paetec.com.
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Jun 10, 2003 - MessageLabs Partners With PAETEC Communications
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New York, NY, June 10, 2003 -- MessageLabs ( www.messagelabs.com), the world's leading provider of managed email security services, today announced a partnership with PAETEC Communications Inc., an integrated communications provider, to deliver complete email protection from viruses, spam and other email threats to PAETEC customers.
PAETEC Communications is an integrated communications provider, offering a range of advanced voice, data, and communications management services. PAETEC's email Scanning Services, powered by MessageLabs, will add significant value to PAETEC's Internet and broadband service offerings. By leveraging MessageLabs' managed email security solutions, PAETEC Email Scanning Services will provide PAETEC customers with complete anti-virus, anti-spam, and porn filtering protection.
"This service allows PAETEC to expand its already robust managed services offerings to its customers and continues to build PAETEC's best in class data suite of services," said Brad Bono, PAETEC's eastern and southern region President. PAETEC customers will now be able to take advantage of email protection without having to assume the burden of purchasing, managing or deploying additional software or hardware to their network, freeing internal resources to increase productivity.
PAETEC Email Scanning Services provide a natural extension to PAETEC's Internet and broadband services, and a differentiated, high relevancy door opener to reach new customers. PAETEC customers include medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, government organizations and affinity groups. The partnership with MessageLabs will enable greater penetration into market segments that have a clear need for email security services, including healthcare, education and government.
"The PAETEC partnership is a great fit for MessageLabs," said Jos White, President of MessageLabs Inc. "It provides MessageLabs with an entree into a diverse and receptive new market, while enabling PAETEC to build its business both with existing and new customers, through competitive differentiation."
MessageLabs partners with businesses worldwide to provide their customers with complete peace of mind from complete email security. Through the MessageLabs Partner Program, Service Providers, System Integrators, Value Added Resellers and Security Resellers are able to team with the world's leading provider of managed email security services to deliver high-quality, value added services to their customers while expanding revenue opportunities and market share for their companies.
About PAETEC Communications, Inc.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For additional information, please visit PAETEC Communications at www.paetec.com.
About MessageLabs
MessageLabs ( www.messagelabs.com)is the leading provider of managed email security services to businesses worldwide. The company's unique predictive technology, Skeptic(tm) delivered through a global infrastructure, acts as a first line of defense by scanning email and eliminating threats such as viruses, spam and other unwanted content before they reach the customer and without the need for any additional hardware or software costs.
The MessageLabs service is powered by a global network of 'control towers,' currently spanning the US, UK, Germany, the Netherlands, and Hong Kong. The network is centrally managed from a Global Operations Centre and scans millions of emails a day with no discernible impact on delivery times.
MessageLabs currently has more than 6,000 business customers globally, including: The British Government, Air Products, SC Johnson, Conde Nast Publications, Fujitsu, Lloyds TSB and Rentokil. The company's partners include: BT, Cable and Wireless, Energis, Royal KPN NV, Telia, MCI and CSC.
For further information, please visit www.messagelabs.com
Contacts: Jolanda Chesonis of PAETEC Communications, Inc.
(585) 340-2573 / Jolanda.Chesonis@PaeTec.com
Matt Cobey of Magnet Communications (for MessageLabs)
(212) 367-6881 / mcobey@magnet.com
Brian Czarny of MessageLabs, Inc.
(646) 519-8114 / bczarny@messagelabs.com
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May 16, 2003 - Equinox Information Systems: PAETEC Communications Upgrades To Protector
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(NASHVILLE, TN) May 16, 2003 -- Nashville-based Equinox Information Systems today announced that PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, has upgraded its enterprise fraud security software to Protector 10.0. As one of the industry's most widely deployed fraud detection systems, Protector 10.0 enables telecom carriers, such as PAETEC, to quickly focus on suspect and fraudulent activity.
"When PAETEC initially deployed Protector in 2001 it significantly reduced our telecom fraud costs, which directly resulted in improved customer satisfaction and overall competitiveness," explained Mary Hochheimer, PAETEC's Fraud Manager. "Based on this, the decision to upgrade to Protector 10 was easy -- we knew it would help us catch more fraud, more quickly, with less administration."
"We are delighted that PAETEC elected to upgrade to Protector 10.0," said David West, Equinox Executive Vice President. "They have joined a long list of carriers who have implemented Protector 10.0, reaffirming Equinox as the provider of the most advanced fraud management solution on the market."
About PAETEC Communications
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For additional information, please visit PAETEC Communications at www.paetec.com.
About Equinox
Founded in 1986, with hundreds of customers worldwide, Equinox Information Systems is a global provider of software solutions for the telecommunications industry. Providing a full range of software applications, which are backed by exceptional customer support, the company offers solutions in areas critical to profitability and network efficiency, including mediation, fraud detection, CDR and switch administration, and network management, as well as custom application development. For more information, visit Equinox at www.equinoxis.com.
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May 15, 2003 - PAETEC Appoints New Executive Vice President
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Fairport, NY, May 15, 2003/Businesswire/-- PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has named Jeffrey L. Burke as executive vice president of managed services and information technology. In this newly created position Burke will be responsible for PAETEC's information technology direction and developing the company's managed services business.
"We are very excited by the addition of Jeff Burke to PAETEC's executive management team," stated Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and CEO. "Jeff has been an integral member of PAETEC's board of directors since 2000 and has a solid understanding of our business strategies and opportunities for future growth. Jeff now strengthens our operational management team with a unique blend of technology services, entrepreneurship and Fortune 100 executive experience."
"PAETEC is clearly on the right success trajectory," commented Jeff Burke. "Managed Services is a high-growth market opportunity within the communications industry sector. I am excited about the opportunity to leverage PAETEC's core skills, technology infrastructure and our base of 7,000 customers to drive success with new Managed Services offerings."
Burke most recently served as president of CXO Partners, an independent consulting firm focused on assisting emerging technology companies in achieving their business objectives. He was previously the CEO and co-founder of NetSetGo, Inc., a regional Internet professional services firm with offices in eight states across the eastern United States. Burke also served in executive roles at Xerox and Digital Equipment Corporation where he successfully developed new technology-based service businesses. Burke is a board member for PAETEC Corp. and the Rochester & Syracuse Epilepsy Foundation. He is also on the advisory board of Relevant Technologies, Emenete Business Services, Document Dynamics, 2Logical and Genesee Valley Trust. Burke holds a B.A. degree in Accountancy from Bentley College.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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May 06, 2003 - PAETEC Exceeds 420,000 Access Lines
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Fairport, NY, May 6, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has installed 421,968 access line equivalents on its network as of March 31st. This represents an increase of 35,040 access line equivalents in service over the prior quarter total.
PAETEC provides its enhanced voice, video and high-speed data communications services to businesses in twenty-seven markets served by its nine switching centers. PAETEC's customer growth is supported by its commitment to customer care and is reflected in its rapid installation schedule, quality network, customized communications solutions, integrated back office systems, and dedicated, service-oriented employees.
According to Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and CEO, "PAETEC continues to successfully execute its strategic objectives, despite a turbulent economic environment. Generating positive net income and free cash flow against this backdrop, while maintaining the highest levels of service excellence, demonstrates our passion for quality and reinforces our pledge of delivering value-added, cost-effective, comprehensive solutions to our customers."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Apr 29, 2003 - PAETEC Appointed To Hotel Association Board Of Directors
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Fairport, NY, April 29, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that Anysia Kiel, PAETEC's director of affinity programs, has been elected to the New Jersey Hotel and Lodging Association (NJHLA) Board of Directors. The association fosters economic development through increased tourism and the provision of educational support and services to the lodging industry.
The New Jersey Hotel and Lodging Association has over 250 members and is governed by an 18 member Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Kiel was elected for a three-year term to the Board of Directors. PAETEC's affinity program to association members has been instrumental in helping members more efficiently manage their telecommunications operations by reducing costs and streamlining processes. "The New Jersey Hotel and Lodging Association is committed to advancing strategies that will increase growth, development and prosperity within New Jersey's hospitality industry," said Kiel. "I am excited to play a role in assisting the NJHLA fulfill its objectives."
According to Joseph Simonetta, executive vice president of the NJHLA, "The New Jersey Hotel and Lodging Association is delighted to welcome PAETEC to its Board of Directors. PAETEC has developed a reputation within the telecommunications industry for its commitment to service excellence and entrepreneurial dynamism. The PAETEC program has increased our membership levels and we look forward to the energy and creativity Anysia Kiel will bring to the Board in helping us achieve our organizational goals."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Apr 23, 2003 - PAETEC Introduces Enhanced Email Offering
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Fairport, NY, April 23, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has enhanced its existing email product offering. Utilizing the EMAIL platform, customers will be able to take advantage of new feature functionality to help manage mail administration and web mail services.
PAETEC's Email offering delivers a cost-effective solution for customers who are interested in obtaining dedicated Internet access and feature rich email from a single provider. In addition to standard benefits such as mailbox creation and deletion, user and account statistics, and multiple email addresses with a single mailbox, the customer has complete flexibility with web mail and mail administration services.
Some of the key feature enhancements include: Email aliases that creates additional virtual email addresses beyond the number of physical mailboxes limit; Email forwarder that forwards a copy of a customer's local email to a home email account; and virus notification that alerts the local recipient of email virus delivery.
The service is offered in a variety of configurations to adapt to each customer's needs and unique requirements and is supported 24 hours a day, seven days a week by PAETEC's network operations center.
According to Jack Baron, president of PAETEC's northern and mid-western regions, "We continue to enhance and expand our product portfolio to ensure that we are meeting our customers' demands for services that will assist them in effectively managing their daily business operations. PAETEC's advanced Email service provides our customers with the needed solution that easily integrates with their existing suite of services."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Apr 03, 2003 - PAETEC Recognized As Top Local Service Provider
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Fairport, NY, April 3, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has received the Agent Alliance Agents Choice Award as the nation's top local service provider. This recognition was presented to PAETEC at the recent Phone + Magazine Channel Partner Conference and Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Agent Alliance is an organization whose membership is comprised of some of the largest independent agents located throughout the United States, and who collectively bill over $100 million annually. This is the first year the Agent Alliance has presented this type of recognition. Selected as the number one local service provider by the Agent Alliance, PAETEC was honored for its outstanding performance in the delivery of services to the agent community.
"We are very pleased to have received this terrific distinction," said John Budney, PAETEC's national vice president of authorized agents. "With over 400 sales agents generating approximately $90 million in annualized revenue, PAETEC's agent program is a critical component to PAETEC's continued growth and success. PAETEC is committed to providing our agent program with the resources necessary to support and advance our business strategies. It remains, however, the dedication exhibited by all of our employees to providing the highest levels of service excellence that has resulted in this fantastic recognition."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees.
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Mar 27, 2003 - PAETEC Achieves Cisco VPN Security Specialization
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Fairport, NY, March 27, 2003/Businesswire/--Data Voice Networks, Inc. ("DVN"), a wholly owned subsidiary of PAETEC Corp. and a sister company of PAETEC Communications, Inc., today announced that it has achieved Cisco Systems' (NASDAQ: CSCO) VPN Security Specialization. Having already been named a Cisco Systems Certified Silver Partner, this most recent specialization demonstrates DVN's proven technical knowledge and ability to deliver services around the latest Cisco technology.
Via its DVN subsidiary, PAETEC designs and implements data networks. The VPN Security Specialization encompasses Cisco's entire portfolio of security products and distinguishes DVN for its knowledge, skills and competence in planning, designing, implementing, and supporting comprehensive network security solutions. This specialization reflects PAETEC's ongoing promise to better serve its customers through increased investment in staff, training and infrastructure to ensure delivery of the most current network security technologies.
"Achieving Cisco's VPN Security Specialization reinforces to our customers that we have the necessary knowledge and experience to implement complex network environments," said Bill Wechsler, vice president and general manager of DVN. "It also supports our commitment to becoming an industry leader dedicated to providing the highest levels of service excellence to our customers."
The attainment of this latest specialization further enhances the strength of PAETEC's value proposition. Not only does it support PAETEC's network strategy for IPVPN services to its customers, it offers its customers technologies that will enable the development of new business applications by decreasing risk and protecting confidential resources. According to Jim Lizon, DVN's vice president of sales, "This distinction not only recognizes our technical expertise to deploy advanced solutions, it is another attribute that demonstrates our competitive advantage within the telecommunications marketplace."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees.
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Mar 20, 2003 - PAETEC Launches International Toll-Free Service
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Fairport, NY, March 20, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has enhanced its existing domestic toll-free service with the introduction of international toll-free service (ITFS). This service will enable PAETEC customers who solicit business internationally to extend their reach into foreign countries while dramatically reducing their costs to market their specific products and services.
ITFS allows end-users in foreign countries to dial a toll-free number and have that call terminate within the United States. Similar to domestic toll-free service, several features are available with ITFS including time of day routing, customized digit routing, account and authorization codes, and call forwarding.
PAETEC has recently added this service to its product portfolio as a result of increased customer demand. PAETEC's customers, especially vendors with an international presence, as well as those within the manufacturing, finance and government sectors that have multiple branch offices, will benefit from the additional functionality integrated into their existing suite of services.
According to John Chapman, PAETEC's vice president of marketing, "We are constantly improving and implementing our product offerings in order to assist our customers in more effectively managing their business operations. With the introduction of ITFS, we provide our customers with the option of not having to undertake the investment of a physical presence in each country where they do business. End users responding to our customers' marketing efforts will be able to dial a toll-free number at which time the call will be re-routed to our customers' existing site within the United States. Not only will this service provide our customers with greater operational efficiencies, but it will help them minimize their costs as well."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Mar 13, 2003 - VeriSign Do-Not-Call Service Selected By PAETEC Communications
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VeriSign deploys TeleBlock (registered trademark) a patented Call Compliance technology, on its nationwide network to give carriers cost-efficient, automated call blocking service for telemarketing centers.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA. March 13, 2003 - VeriSign, Inc. (Nasdaq:VRSN), the leading provider of digital trust services, announced today that PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider serving businesses in 27 markets nationwide, is implementing its Do-Not-Call service as a more cost-effective means of helping clients comply with telemarketing regulations. VeriSign's TeleBlock (a registered trademark) Do-Not-Call service combines patented technology from Call Compliance, Inc. with VeriSign's trusted intelligent network infrastructure. This technology provides telecom carriers with an up-to-date, centralized source of the data in every available state, proprietary and third party "do-not-call" list, plus a technology solution for automated call blocking to telephone numbers in those databases.
VeriSign's TeleBlock Do-Not-Call service keeps auto-dialed calls to restricted voice and fax numbers from being connected. Telemarketing companies are thus better able to comply with state and federal laws and avoid fines and penalties levied by states and the federal government for incidents of non-compliance with consumer demands to block unsolicited marketing calls by placing their names on do-not-call lists.
"VeriSign is committed to providing ongoing leadership in the industry through innovation in outsourced services for communications providers of all types," said Terry Kremian, Executive Vice President and General Manager of VeriSign Telecommunication Services. "People are looking for more control over their communication services today, and our Do-Not-Call service is an example of how we assist carriers in maintaining call centers as clients while protecting the rights and privacy of consumers in a very technologically efficient, and cost-effective manner."
By hosting the TeleBlock solution on VeriSign's nationwide SS7 network infrastructure, the Do-Not-Call service is quick to implement and offers broad geographic scalability with no additional hardware or software required at the telemarketing center location, or in most cases, by the serving carrier.
As the first CLEC to be IS0 9002 certified, PAETEC Communications is committed to exceeding its customers' expectations, according to John Chapman, PAETEC's Vice President of Marketing. PAETEC continues to offer innovative products that are tailored to assist its customers in performing critical business operations, achieving significant cost containment strategies and superior results in service and flexibility, he said.
"We are very excited about offering VeriSign's TeleBlock Do-Not-Call service to our customers as well as working with VeriSign to effectively deliver this service," said Chapman. "Increasing feature functionality for call center operations is a tremendous value-added service that complements our integrated service offering. Most importantly, our customers who have call center operations will benefit greatly from the ability to maximize their outbound call activities in a cost effective manner."
"The urgent need for TeleBlock across the teleservice spectrum is increasing on almost a daily basis," said Alison Garfinkel, president of Call Compliance. "Teleservice professionals inundated with all of today's compliance requirements are turning to technology for answers -- TeleBlock provides them."
Consumers who want more information about placing their names on do-not-call lists are encouraged to contact their state attorney general's office or a local consumer protection agency.
About VeriSign
VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN) is the leading provider of digital trust services that enable everyone, everywhere to engage in commerce and communications with confidence. VeriSign's digital trust services create a trusted environment through our core offerings -- telecommunications services, security services, and registry services -- powered by a global infrastructure that manages billions of network connections and transactions a day. Additional news and information about the company is available at www.verisign.com.
About Call Compliance
Call Compliance, Inc. (www.callcompliance.com), a privately held company located in Glen Cove, NY, is the category leader in developing innovative technological solutions in the compliance sector. In addition to TELEBLOCK, the company offers a complete array of compliance-oriented services, including DialBlock, a dial-in do-not-call blocking system that automatically blocks calls to state, in-house and third party do-not-call lists designed for use by small offices and home offices, TeleStop (a registered trademark), an annual subscription service that allows consumers to add their telephone numbers to CCI's proprietary DNC database, FaxxStop, a do-not-fax service, and soon-to-be-released TeleGuide (a registered trademark), an Internet-based training and certification program intended to enhance the knowledge of telemarketers with its in-depth and descriptive privacy related curriculum.
About PAETEC Communications
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
Contacts
VeriSign Media Relations: Penny Thomas, pthomas@verisign.com, 360-493-6724
VeriSign Investor Relations: Steven Gatoff, sgatoff@verisign.com, 650-426-4560
Alison Garfinkel, President, Call Compliance, alison@callcompliance.com,1-888-674-6774
Statements in this announcement other than historical data and information, including but not limited to, statements regarding benefits of VeriSign's restructuring and new service offerings, constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause VeriSign's actual results to differ materially from those stated or implied by such forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, among others, VeriSign's limited operating history under its current business structure, the risk that businesses of previously-acquired companies as well as other businesses will not be integrated successfully and unanticipated costs of such integration; uncertainty of future revenue and profitability and potential fluctuations in quarterly operating results; the ability of VeriSign to successfully develop and market new services and customer acceptance of any new services; the risk that VeriSign's announced strategic relationships may not result in additional products, services, customers and revenues; increased competition and pricing pressures; risk that the company may not be able to achieve anticipated cost savings from the restructuring; and risks related to potential security breaches. More information about potential factors that could affect the company's business and financial results is included in VeriSign's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2001 and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. VeriSign undertakes no obligation to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this press release.
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Feb 25, 2003 - CompTel Elects New Board Members
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San Antonio - The Board of Directors of the Competitive Telecommunications Association (CompTel) today unanimously re-elected Richard E. Burk, President and Chief Executive Officer of nii Communications Inc., to be the association's new Chairman. The election took place at CompTel's 22nd Annual Convention and Trade Exposition at the San Antonio Convention Center, which attracted more than 2,500 registered attendees and more than 100 exhibitors.
"On behalf of CompTel members, I am very pleased to announce the new Board. Richard Burk's long-time dedication to the association and his years of industry experience and leadership will serve us well as we confront new policy, regulatory and business challenges in the wake of the FCC's Triennial Review," said CompTel President H. Russell Frisby, Jr.
"I am honored to be re-elected Chairman of CompTel," said Richard Burk, president and CEO of nii Communications Inc. "Over the past year we have actively fought the gang of four (referring to the Bells) to ensure and preserve competition in telecommunications industry. We have a lot of work ahead of us and I look forward to leading the Association through the challenging policy issues we face this year."
Burk has been a member of CompTel since 1986. In 2001, he served as Vice Chairman and Treasurer. He served on the executive committee from 2000 through 2002 and will continue in 2003.
Jerry James, President of Grande Communications and a former CompTel Chairman, was re-elected to be the association's Vice Chairman. Joseph Ambersley, Executive Vice President of Business Development for PAETEC, Inc., was re-elected Vice Chairman/Treasurer.
AT&T was elected to CompTel's Board of Directors for the first time in CompTel's 22-year history. Barbara Peda, Senior Vice President of Business Services for AT&T will be its representative.
CompTel's newly elected Board also named member company representatives to serve on its Executive Committee. The Board and its Executive Committee are list below:
Large Company Category (annual revenues of more than $250 million)
Barbara Peda, Senior V.P., AT&T Business Services
Susan Jin Davis, V.P. Government & External Affairs, Covad Communications Co.
Drew Walker, President & COO, ITCDeltaCom
Frank Semple, COO, WilTel Communications
Richard Fruchterman, III, V.P. Government Relations, WorldCom
Rob Curtis, President, Z-Tel Network Services
Medium Company Category(annual revenues between $25 million and $250 million)
Neil Flynn, President, FPL FiberNet
Jerry James, President, Grande Communications
Dan Moffat, President & CEO, New Edge Networks
Joe Ambersley, Executive V.P. Business Development, PAETEC, Inc.
Jerry Easom, V.P. Policy & Industry Relations, VeriSign
Jim Falvey, Senior V.P. Regulatory Affairs, Xspedius Management Company
Small Company Category (annual revenues of less than $25 million)
Pete Manias, Senior V.P. Carrier Relations & Regulatory Affairs, El Paso Global Networks
Joe Stockwell, President, EPIK Communications
Lynn Refer, CEO, Looking Glass Networks
Richard E. Burk, President & CEO, nii Communications Inc.
David Kelley, President, PPL Telcom, LLC
David Malfara, President & CEO, Remi Communications
Note: The seven executive committee members are in bold.
About CompTel's Board of Directors
The Competitive Telecommunications Association (CompTel) is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of 18 members.
Board members serve a one-year term. Potential Board members are nominated and elected during CompTel's Annual Meeting of the Membership, which takes place at the association's Annual Convention and Trade Exposition.
There are six Board members each elected from among the small, medium and large company categories. Each voting member company is entitled to cast one vote based on their category of membership. Small companies are defined as those with revenues of less than $25 million; medium companies have revenues between $25 million and $300 million; and large companies are ones with revenues of more than $300 million.
The CompTel Chairman and seven-member Executive Committee are selected by the newly elected board.
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Feb 18, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Turns Net Income And Free Cash Flow Positive
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Integrated Communications Provider Changing the Winds of Telecom
Fairport, NY, February 18, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that as of the fourth quarter of 2002, it has achieved positive net income and free cash flow. This is a remarkable achievement for a facilities based, competitive telecommunications company formed after the Telecommunications Act of 1996, especially one that has not undergone a financial restructuring to post such a profit.
PAETEC posted earnings of 2.5 cents per share for the fourth quarter, which was approximately 2% of revenues for the quarter. Revenue for the quarter grew 7% to just over $78 million. Revenues for the year exceeded $289 million.
"This is a monumental validation of our business plan," said Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and chief executive officer. "Being able to generate net income against a volatile telecom backdrop clearly demonstrates PAETEC's ability to successfully execute our business strategies and reinforces the tremendous value proposition we offer our customers."
PAETEC's announcement comes at a pivotal time for the Telecommunications Industry as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering rule changes for the Telecom Act of 1996 suggesting that there may be fundamental flaws with the Act. PAETEC's proven model should give the FCC and other legislative skeptics additional material to consider during their continued review of the Act.
"PAETEC's success can be attributed to the dedication, drive and entrepreneurial spirit maintained by our employees," commented Chesonis. "Our organizational passion for quality and our culture of ownership continue to distinguish us as the most customer and employee oriented telecom services provider in the country. We will seek to keep growing profitably while remaining focused on strengthening our customer relationships through exceptional service."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Feb 13, 2003 - PAETEC Employees Achieve 10% Annual Bonus
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Fairport, NY, February 13, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that its non-commissioned employees have achieved a cash bonus equal to 10% of their 2002 base salary. Over 600 of PAETEC's employees throughout the United States, including more than 300 employees in the Rochester, New York area, will share in bonus payments estimated at $3.5 million.
PAETEC's bonus calculation is based upon overall corporate performance. According to Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and chief executive officer, "Despite the turbulence within our nation's economy, PAETEC continues to successfully execute our strategic business objectives. Our employees are passionate about providing the highest levels of service excellence to our customers. It is their dedication and focus on quality that continues to drive our success. Their hard work and results oriented approach are the reasons for PAETEC's consistent positive financial performance and the attainment of a 10% bonus."
PAETEC was recently named the top private company in Rochester, according to the 2002 Rochester Top 100 list, sponsored by the Greater Rochester Metro Chamber of Commerce Inc. and the Rochester office of KPMG LLP.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Feb 06, 2003 - PAETEC Communications Hosts Jack Welch
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Fairport, NY, February 6, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it is sponsoring Jack Welch's attendance at a business event at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center on February 7, 2003. Welch, former General Electric Co. chief executive officer and one of the most widely emulated business leaders, will be sharing his unique insights and the strategies that helped GE increase its market value by more than $400 billion over two decades.
"We are thrilled by the opportunity to play a part in bringing one of America's most innovative managers to Rochester," stated Jack Baron, president of PAETEC's Northern and Midwestern regions. "One of his greatest strengths has been his almost relentless concentration on people. He has been masterful in developing, nurturing and challenging people to become effective leaders. We, at PAETEC, hold to this same vision and recognize that our success is due to the results-focused approach to problem solving maintained by our employees. We look forward to enjoying this evening with the many entrepreneurial leaders within our community."
PAETEC's commitment to excellence is further exemplified by its distinction as the first competitive local exchange carrier to become ISO 9002 certified. Continuously monitoring operations, generating ideas and looking for ways to improve performance is embraced by PAETEC and viewed as a critical component to ensuring long-term success.
A portion of all proceeds from the evening with Jack Welch will benefit various charitable organizations including the Epilepsy Foundation, Al Sigl Center, Arc of Monroe County, Golisano Children's Hospital at Strong, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Young Audiences, and the American Lung Association.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Feb 04, 2003 - PAETEC Ceo Receives Humanitarian Award
Fairport, NY, February 4, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC Communications' chairman of the board and CEO, has received the Mercer Humanitarian Award. The award, presented during the 54th annual Rochester Press-Radio Club Day of Champions Dinner at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center, recognizes Chesonis for his many philanthropic efforts within the Rochester, New York, community.
The Rochester Press-Radio Club represents more than sportswriters, television sportscasters and radio personalities. It includes a vast array of leaders from the Rochester community brought together by a common interest in sports and fundraising for local charities associated with children. Each year, the Press-Radio Club recognizes key individuals for their service to the community. Chesonis has been actively involved with many charitable organizations, including the Mary Cariola Children's Center, Compeer and Daystar.
"I am truly honored to have received such a tremendous distinction," said Chesonis. "I feel very privileged to be part of a community that is dedicated to continually improving the lives of our citizens, particularly our children. Compassion and generosity towards others are values that my parents instilled in me as a child and are values that I believe define us as individuals and as a community. It is the commitment to helping others that strengthens our community foundation and will guarantee our future success and prosperity."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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Jan 20, 2003 - PAETEC Exceeds 386,000 Access Lines
Fairport, NY, January 20, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that it has installed 386,928 access line equivalents on its network as of December 31, 2002. This represents an increase of 12% over the 344,256 access line equivalents in service as of September 30, 2002 and a 66% increase over the 232,848 access line equivalents in service as of December 31, 2001.
PAETEC provides its enhanced voice, video and high-speed data communications services to businesses in twenty-seven markets served by its nine switching centers. PAETEC's customer growth and rapid installation schedule can be attributed to a combination of several factors, including its advanced network, customized communications solutions, integrated back office systems, and service-oriented employees.
"Despite the turbulence that has been witnessed in the telecommunications industry, PAETEC continues to successfully execute our strategic business objectives," said Arunas A. Chesonis, PAETEC's chairman of the board and CEO. "Our success can be attributed to our fundamental philosophy of being passionate about quality -- both in the value-added, cost-effective product offerings we provide as well as our commitment to maintaining the highest levels of service excellence to our customers. This core focus coupled with our financial stability, continue to entice customers who are searching for a provider who will help them productively manage their telecommunications operations, while reducing expenses."
PAETEC's dedication to ensuring quality customer care is further demonstrated by its distinction as the first competitive local exchange carrier to become ISO 9002 certified. PAETEC's ISO 9002 certification is another testament to its continued focus on quality and diligent monitoring of its business operations to ensure that promises made are promises kept-- to customers, employees, and vendors.
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees.
For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
Contacts:
Keith Wilson, executive vice president and CFO, PAETEC Communications, Inc., 585-340-2970
Jolanda Chesonis, vice president of communications and human resources, PAETEC Communications, Inc., 585-340-2573
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Jan 06, 2003 - DePaul University Signs With PAETEC Communications
Fairport, NY, January 6, 2003/Businesswire/--PAETEC Corp., a holding company whose principal subsidiary is PAETEC Communications, Inc., an integrated communications provider, today announced that DePaul University has contracted with PAETEC for telecommunications services for both its administrative and student populations.
PAETEC expanded its network footprint with the inclusion of Chicago in 2001. Its Chicago switching center currently services more than 300 customers including 11 universities in and around the Chicago area. DePaul is the latest addition to PAETEC's ever increasing Chicago customer base. PAETEC's higher education customers generate more than $36 million in annual revenues for the Company.
PAETEC's success can be attributed to its proven ability to provide customers with an extensive package of integrated voice, data, Internet and communications management services, coupled with competitive pricing and quality customer care. PAETEC's commitment to service excellence is further exemplified by its distinction as the first competitive local exchange carrier to be ISO 9002 certified. Furthermore, PAETEC's flexibility and bundled service approach continues to generate strong demand among many organizations, particularly colleges and universities.
"PAETEC is an outstanding company and we are extremely pleased to be working with them," said John Ourada, operations manager for networks and telecommunications at DePaul. "Not only did we experience a rapid and seamless cutover, we consistently receive pro-active and exceptional customer care from them."
"We are delighted to be able to deliver a comprehensive solution to DePaul University, enabling them to more effectively manage their large communications networks," said Dan Maynard, PAETEC's vice president and regional sales manager for Chicago. "PAETEC's depth of support to our customers, particularly colleges and universities, is what really distinguishes us from our other competitors. We are truly committed to providing superior customer care and look forward to the opportunity to offer other businesses in Chicago our high quality, cost-effective communications services."
Based in Fairport, NY, PAETEC Communications, Inc. is an integrated communications provider offering broadband services, including advanced voice and video, enhanced data, and communications management services to medium-sized and large businesses, colleges and universities, hospitals, hotels, governmental organizations and affinity groups. PAETEC serves customers in 27 markets, including: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Connecticut, Fort Lauderdale, Long Island, Los Angeles, Miami, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orlando, Orange County, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island, Rochester, San Diego, Northern Virginia, Syracuse, Washington DC, and Western Massachusetts. PAETEC currently has over 975 employees. For further information, please visit the PAETEC website at http://www.PAETEC.com.
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