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NETCOM Appoints David W. Garrison as President and COO

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NETCOM On-Line Communication Services Inc., a leading provider of direct Internet access, has appointed David W. Garrison as its new president and chief operating officer. Garrison, who joins NETCOM from SkyTel, a division of Mobile Communications, brings extensive experience in growing companies in competitive communications arenas. NETCOM's chairman and CEO, Bob Rieger, welcomed Garrison, stating that his experience will be a valuable asset to the company's management team. As president of SkyTel, Garrison nearly quadrupled the subscriber base through strategic product introductions, channel development, and partnerships. He also held senior positions at MTEL and was chairman, president, and CEO of Dial Page, a regional paging carrier.

Key Takeaways:

  • David W. Garrison, a seasoned executive, has been appointed president and COO of NETCOM On-Line Communication Services Inc.
  • Garrison brings over 20 years of experience in growing companies in competitive communications arenas, including SkyTel, MTEL, and Dial Page.
  • As president of SkyTel, Garrison quadrupled the subscriber base through innovative product introductions, channel development, and partnerships.
  • NETCOM's chairman, Bob Rieger, praised Garrison's experience, stating it will be a valuable asset to the company's management team.
  • NETCOM is a publicly-traded company, listed on the Nasdaq National Market System under the symbol NETC.
  • The company provides high-quality, low-cost Internet access to nearly 90,000 users over its nationwide digital network.

Statistics:

  • NETCOM provides Internet access to nearly 90,000 users.
  • David W. Garrison's experience spans over 20 years in growing companies in competitive communications arenas.
  • As president of SkyTel, Garrison quadrupled the subscriber base.
  • NETCOM is the first Internet connectivity provider to become a publicly-traded company.

Sources:

  • NETCOM On-Line Communication Services, Inc.
  • Walter S. Mossberg, "NETCOM Taps Exec to Help Firm Stay Ahead," The Wall Street Journal, October 1994.
  • "NETCOM Appoints Dave Garrison to Board and President Position," NETCOM press release, October 3, 1994.

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