Ann Delligatta Appointed Chief Operating Officer of Autobytel.com Inc.IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 5, 1998-- As the former CTO (Chief Technical Officer) The executive responsible for the technical direction of an organization. See CIO and salary survey. of Autobytel.com, Delligatta has been instrumental in establishing Autobytel.com's technological leadership Autobytel.com Inc., the premier Internet car-buying service, Monday announced the promotion of Ann Marie Delligatta to chief operating officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. (COO). The former chief technology officer (CTO) of Autobytel.com brings hands-on information technology experience as well as an extensive background in operations management Operations management is an area of business that is concerned with the production of goods and services, and involves the responsibility of ensuring that business operations are efficient and effective. to the COO position at this fast-growing e-commerce company. "It gives me great pleasure to make this announcement," said Mark W. Lorimer Lor´i`mer n. 1. A maker of bits, spurs, and metal mounting for bridles and saddles; hence, a saddler. , president and chief executive officer of Autobytel.com. "Ann's appointment to COO is a direct result of her extensive achievements as CTO, a position that put her at the heart of Autobytel.com's fast-paced growth. Her appointment to COO enables us to further tap into Ann's proven leadership skills and her unique ability to clearly understand the technology issues facing the automotive industry." As COO, Delligatta will oversee the day-to-day operations of Autobytel.com's U.S. organization. Delligatta originally joined Autobytel.com in June of 1997 as chief technology officer, where her responsibilities included all projects within Autobytel.com's information technology department, such as Web site development, database and network applications. During her tenure as CTO, Autobytel.com's IT department has launched numerous enhancements to both its technological infrastructure and Web site functionality. Delligatta brings more than 20 years of experience in a wide range of industries, including financial services, direct marketing, aerospace and management consulting, to the Autobytel.com COO position. Previously, Delligatta worked as vice president and general manager of information technology services for TRW TRW The Real World (TV reality show) TRW The Right Way TRW Tactical Reconnaissance Wing TRW The Retriever Weekly (University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD) TRW Thompson Ramo Wooldridge Inc Information Systems and Services. Delligatta is in demand as a speaker on issues of Internet commerce and the challenges of running a leading-edge technology company. In 1996, Delligatta was named by McGraw-Hill Companies as one of the Top 100 Women in Computing Global concerns about current and future roles of women in computing occupations gained more importance with the emerging information age. These concerns motivated public policy debates addressing gender equality as computer applications exerted increasing influence in society. in recognition of her success in the alignment of business and technology strategies. About Autobytel.com Inc. Irvine-based Autobytel.com Inc. (www.autobytel.com) is a nationally branded Internet-based purchasing program for new and certified used vehicles and related consumer services, including automotive financing, leasing and insurance. Autobytel.com's North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. Accredited accredited recognition by an appropriate authority that the performance of a particular institution has satisfied a prestated set of criteria. accredited herds cattle herds which have achieved a low level of reactors to, e.g. Dealer Network includes more than 2,600 dealerships, representing every major automotive manufacturer. Autobytel.com is a registered service mark of Autobytel.com Inc. |
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