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Bluetrain.com Appoints New Executive Management Team

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Bluetrain.com, a provider of hosted Internet applications, has announced three new appointments to its executive management team in preparation for its second round of venture capital funding, expected to close in early May 2000. The new appointments will help the company leverage its new funding and expand its operations. The executive team brings a wealth of experience from large and successful entrepreneurial companies, providing a powerful combination of valuable experience and industry expertise.

Key Takeaways:

  • Bluetrain.com appoints three new executives: William E. "Chip" Hoover III as Vice President of Sales, James Goldberger as Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, and Bruce McMeikan as Managing Director of European Operations.
  • The new executives bring experience from companies like IBM, Oracle, Ingres Corporation, Geoworks, and Ricoh.
  • The appointments prepare the company for its second round of venture capital funding, expected to close in early May 2000.
  • The new executive team has a combination of traditional management expertise and entrepreneurial spirit, making them well-positioned to succeed in the emerging ASP market.
  • The company has a strong reputation among high-profile hardware, database, and software partners, and has delivered innovative products and services to a range of customers, including restaurants, design agencies, and software companies.
  • Jack Weixel, CEO and founder of Bluetrain.com, praises the new executive team, citing their expertise and industry experience.

Statistics:

  • 3 new executives appointed to Bluetrain.com's executive management team.
  • 2 rounds of venture capital funding, with the second round expected to close in early May 2000.
  • 10 years of experience for James Goldberger in developing key relationships with wireless operators and device manufacturers.
  • 10 years of experience for Bruce McMeikan in running his own international consulting business, assisting high tech companies in meeting their expansion goals within the European marketplace.

Sources:

  • Business Wire, "Bluetrain.com Appoints New Executive Management Team", May 1, 2000
  • Summit Strategies, Laurie McCabe, Vice President and Service Director

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