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NAPLES, FL -- (Marketwired) -- 08/24/16 -- FTE Networks, Inc. (OTCQX: FTNW) ("FTE" or the "Company"),a leading network infrastructure solutions provider in technology and communications industries, today announced leadership changes to accelerate innovation, enhance customer-centric services and drive FTE into a new phase of growth. Effective August 24, Mike Bonewitz will assume the role of Chief Technology Officer (CTO) where he will be responsible for developing and driving the next generation business of data center and Compute-to-the-Edge services. Bonewitz replaces Carlie Ancor, who will transition into supporting the company's major accounts sales strategy.
"Compute-to-the-Edge is the next frontier where mobility, data analytics, social media and cloud converges, especially as the Internet of Things (IoT) and decentralized workforces continue to grow," said Mr. Bonewitz. "I look forward to helping transform FTE into an even more disruptive services provider by accelerating open and partner-focused solutions with traditional, hyperscale and hyperconverged customers."
Michael Palleschi, FTE Networks (FTNW) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "Mike Bonewitz has a long track record driving operational and financial performance in communications companies and networks. His tremendous experience in data centers and Compute-to-the-Edge services will help advance our company to the next level and further ensure our success."
Prior to Joining FTE, Mr. Bonewitz held multiple leadership positions in communications network engineering and information technology companies, developing cutting-edge capabilities via advanced IT automation and data analytics driving operational and financial performance. Most recently, Mike was VP of Strategy and Product Development for Cloud services, Fiber engineering and construction at Nexius, where he developed and launched the company's first fiber deployment program supporting multiple Tier 1 service providers in the US. He also led the company strategy and participation into Open Compute Project (OCP) as a Platinum member and as an original member of Facebook's Telcom Infra Project (TIP). He has held previous technology and engineering leadership positions focused on NFV/SDN, Network Optimization and integration with Ericsson, Zayo and Level 3. Mike holds a BS in Engineering from University of Colorado.
About FTE Networks, Inc.
FTE Networks, Inc. (FTNW), and its wholly owned subsidiaries, is a leading international networking infrastructure solutions company. We design, build, and support telecommunications and technology systems and infrastructure services for companies including Fortune 500 operating four (4) industry segments; Data Center Infrastructure, Fiber Optics, Wireless Integration, and Surveillance & Security. FTE Networks is headquartered in Naples, Florida, with offices throughout the United States and Europe. For more information please visit: www.ftenet.com
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Contacts:
FTE Networks, Inc.
Kirstin Gooldy
CCO & IR
999 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Suite 601
Naples, FL 23108
(877) 850-4308
ir@ftenet.com
Investor Relations:
Natalya Rudman
Crescendo Communications, LLC
(212) 671-1020, Ext: 304
ftnw@crescendo-ir.com
Source: FTE Networks, Inc.
Released August 24, 2016