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MobileAccess Networks Appoints Former Nextel COO As Chairman

Posted on: Monday, 22 November 2004, 09:00 CST

VIENNA, Va., Nov. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- MobileAccess Networks, a leading provider of in-building wireless network solutions, today announced Steven P. Dussek as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Having worked with some of the industry's leading wireless service providers, Mr. Dussek brings over two decades of experience in operations and executive management to MobileAccess.

"We are pleased to have someone with Steve's business acumen and extensive wireless background join our board," said Cathy Zatloukal, President and CEO of MobileAccess. "His real-world experience in growing and operating businesses coupled with his vision and understanding of wireless market trends will help MobileAccess achieve even further success both domestically and abroad."

Mr. Dussek began his career in 1984 at MCI AirSignal, which was eventually purchased by McCaw Cellular Communications. Mr. Dussek stayed with McCaw Cellular, working with industry luminaries such as Jim Barksdale, former President and CEO of Netscape and Tim Donahue, President and CEO of Nextel Communications. In 1994, McCaw Cellular merged with AT&T for $11.5 billion, which was one of the largest mergers in U.S. history at that time.

In 1996, Mr. Dussek joined Nextel Communications and was appointed COO in 1999. As COO he oversaw the rapid expansion of the Nextel iDEN network and the subsequent addition of more than eight million wireless subscribers. During his tenure at Nextel, he also served as CEO and COO of Nextel International, a division of Nextel Communications.

"I am excited about the opportunity to work with the MobileAccess management team as well as other distinguished members of the board. I'm equally impressed with the company's unique technology for in-building wireless voice and data services." said Mr. Dussek. "The in-building market is maturing rapidly as enterprises seek a robust solution that will support cellular, Wi-Fi, and public safety on one infrastructure. With the myriad of wireless technologies and devices in use today, the market is poised for rapid growth and MobileAccess is extremely well-positioned to benefit."

About MobileAccess Networks

MobileAccess Networks (http://www.mobileaccess.com/) is a leading developer of in-building wireless solutions for corporate enterprises and wireless service providers. The MobileAccess Product Family leverages patented techniques for the transmission of Radio Frequency signals over optical fibers. MobileAccess products guarantee business-quality performance and reliability for all current and future wireless services, including cellular voice, Wi-Fi and public safety, throughout large buildings and campus environments. With hundreds of networks installed worldwide, MobileAccess Networks UnWires the Workplace with cost-effective, scalable solutions that deliver superior wireless coverage for all data and voice applications. Founded in 1998, MobileAccess Networks provides in-building wireless solutions to AT&T Wireless, Verizon, Sprint PCS, Nextel, Cingular, T-Mobile, Partner, Deutsche Telecom, France Telecom, Orange, Cellcom and DutchTone. High profile customers include U.S. House of Representatives, Ft. Lauderdale Airport, American Family Insurance, American University, Red Cross and many others.

MobileAccess Networks

CONTACT: John Conrad of Merritt Group Public Relations,+1-703-556-6824, or conrad@merrittgrp.com, for MobileAccess Networks

Source: PRNewswire

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