CMGI Appoints William J. Hawkins as President of Internet Technology

Strategic Insights -

David Wetherell, Chairman and CEO of CMGI, has announced the appointment of William J. Hawkins to the newly created position of President, Internet Technology. Hawkins brings a 20-year veteran experience in the software industry, having previously served as Vice President of Advanced Technology at America Online. He will provide strategic counsel and technical vision to the company's Internet Group and its @Ventures investments, which have a presence in over 30 Internet companies spanning online community, commerce, content, and infrastructure disciplines.

Key Takeaways:

  • William J. Hawkins, a 20-year veteran of the software industry, has been appointed as President, Internet Technology, at CMGI.
  • Hawkins brings experience from his previous role as Vice President of Advanced Technology at America Online, where he was instrumental in designing and developing integrated browser and messaging technology.
  • CMGI's Internet Group includes Planet Direct, NaviSite, NaviNet, Engage Technologies, ADSmart, Magnitude Network, and ZineZone, while @Ventures has a presence in over 30 Internet companies.
  • Hawkins has a deep understanding of advanced and emerging technologies for the Internet and will provide strategic counsel and technical vision to CMGI's Internet Group and its @Ventures investments.
  • CMGI combines operating companies with strategic venture investments to create a diverse set of businesses delivering Internet solutions.
  • The company's @Ventures affiliates have ownership interests in over 30 Internet companies, including Lycos, GeoCities, Reel.com, and more than 20 others.

Statistics:

  • CMGI has a presence in over 30 Internet companies spanning online community, commerce, content, and infrastructure disciplines.
  • @Ventures has ownership interests in over 30 Internet companies, including Lycos, GeoCities, Reel.com, and more than 20 others.
  • Hawkins has a 30-year career in the software industry, with experience serving as Vice President of Advanced Technology at America Online.

Sources:

  • Business Wire, Feb. 22, 1999
  • CMGI press release, Feb. 22, 1999