Athene Software Promotes David Gross to CFO; Seasoned Executive Brings Expertise in Financing Fast-Growth Companies.BOULDER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 16, 1999-- Athene Software Inc., developer of iCRM(TM) (Intelligent Customer Relationship Management) solutions for the communications industry communications industry, broadly defined, the business of conveying information. Although communication by means of symbols and gestures dates to the beginning of human history, the term generally refers to mass communications. , today announced the promotion of David Gross David Jonathan Gross (born February 19, 1941 in Washington, D.C.) is an American particle physicist and string theorist (although he's stated to the Brazilian newspaper Folha de São Paulo, on 09/27/2006, that the second area is included in the first one). , formerly controller, to chief financial officer. Gross brings more than 13 years of experience in helping companies finance and manage rapid growth. He will direct Athene's worldwide financial strategies and be responsible for all reporting and fiscal activities. Gross will also continue his duties as treasurer of the company. "David is David I, king of Scotland David I, 1084–1153, king of Scotland (1124–53), youngest son of Malcolm III and St. Margaret of Scotland. During the reign of his brother Alexander I, whom he succeeded, David was earl of Cumbria, ruling S of the Clyde a fantastic addition to our executive staff, and we are excited to have him as a key member of Athene's management," said Eric A. Johnson, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Athene. "Under David's financial leadership we have been able to grow Athene exponentially over the last year. With David's expanded financial role, we expect the company to continue to grow in both domestic and international markets." Gross joined Athene in January 1999 as controller and treasurer. Prior to joining Athene, Gross held the position of controller at Coral Systems, Inc., where he was responsible for all aspects of accounting and financial reporting, including the company's software revenue recognition policies, budgeting, cash flow forecasts, and other administrative functions. Previous to that position, Gross worked for more than eight years in public accounting, including over four years with the accounting firm Coopers & Lybrand, representing clients in several different industries. Gross has over four years experience in the wireless telecommunications and software industries, and has extensive experience in SEC reporting and initial public offering filings. He received his MBA MBA abbr. Master of Business Administration Noun 1. MBA - a master's degree in business Master in Business, Master in Business Administration in Accounting from New York University New York University, mainly in New York City; coeducational; chartered 1831, opened 1832 as the Univ. of the City of New York, renamed 1896. It comprises 13 schools and colleges, maintaining 4 main centers (including the Medical Center) in the city, as well as the in May 1986. About Athene Software Based in Boulder, Colorado The City of Boulder (, Mountain Time Zone) is a home rule municipality located in Boulder County, Colorado, United States. Boulder is the 11th most populous city in the State of Colorado, as well as the most populous city and the county , Athene Software, Inc. specializes in providing iCRM(TM) -- Intelligent Customer Relationship Management -- software applications to the communications industry which better qualify new customers, develop effective customer retention strategies, and manage ongoing customer profitability Customer profitability (CP) is the difference between the revenues earned from and the costs associated with the customer relationship in a specified period. According to Philip Kotler,"a profitable customer is a person,household or a company that overtime,yields a revenue and credit risk. The company is privately held. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.athenesoft.com. Athene Software, Advanced Predictive Technology Platform, APT, APT Churn, and iCRM are trademarks of Athene Software, Inc. |
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