Broadwing Communications Announces Departure of Chief Operating Officer.AUSTIN, Texas -- Broadwing Communications, LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control (Broadwing), a consolidated subsidiary of Broadwing Corporation Broadwing Corporation is a data, voice, and media solutions company based in Austin, Texas, USA. Enabled by its 20,000-mile All-Optical-Network and 20 nation-wide HDTV transmitting and delivering centers, Broadwing Communications provides communications solutions and (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :BWNG) today announced that John McLeod For other persons named John McLeod, see John McLeod (disambiguation). John McLeod (born 1795 - died sometime after 1842) was a Scottish-born explorer of Canada, in his capacity as a fur trader with the North West Company and Hudson's Bay Company. has resigned his position as 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. effective November 6, 2005. "Broadwing's network and operations functions are in a very strong position, a fact that was never more evident to me than when I witnessed the flawless performance of Broadwing's employees and network during and after the recent devastating dev·as·tate tr.v. dev·as·tat·ed, dev·as·tat·ing, dev·as·tates 1. To lay waste; destroy. 2. To overwhelm; confound; stun: was devastated by the rude remark. hurricanes," said McLeod. "I have been privileged to lead a team of outstanding executives heading up network operations, engineering & planning, and information technology who are truly dedicated to serving the communications needs of Broadwing customers. The Company is now well-positioned as the service provider of choice to enterprises and carriers, and therefore I have decided that it is the appropriate time for me to pursue new professional challenges." Broadwing executives will continue to have direct responsibility for the operational units they lead, and will report directly to Dr. David R. Huber, Chairman 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 Broadwing Corporation. "Since joining Broadwing in 2003, John has led our successful efforts to expand and diversify our network and dramatically reduce the Company's cost of providing service," said Dr. Huber. "I would like to thank John for the significant contributions he has made to Broadwing's success and wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors." About Broadwing Corporation Broadwing Corporation (NASDAQ:BWNG), through its consolidated subsidiary Broadwing Communications, LLC (Broadwing) delivers innovative data, voice, and media solutions to enterprises, service providers, and government entities. Enabled by its one-of-a-kind, all-optical network and award-winning products and services, Broadwing Communications provides communications solutions with unparalleled customer focus and speed. For more information, visit www.broadwing.com. Broadwing and its logo are trademarks and/or service marks of Broadwing Communications, LLC, and/or Broadwing Corporation. All trademarks and service marks not belonging to Broadwing are the property of their respective owners. Investor Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Statements in this press release regarding Broadwing Corporation and/or Broadwing Communications, LLC (collectively "Broadwing"), that are not statements of historical fact may include forward-looking statements, and statements regarding Broadwing's beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future are forward-looking statements, within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All such forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. Broadwing's actual results could differ materially from these statements. |
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