Network World Promotes Croci and Pomponi; Establishes Infrastructure for Enhanced Customer Relationships and Partnerships.

SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass. -- Network World, the leading Network IT media company, announced the promotions of TerryAnn Croci to Senior Director of Customer Experience, and Donna Pomponi to Director of Emerging Markets.

In her new role Croci will lead company-wide initiatives to enhance, strengthen and improve customer relationships through exceptional customer experiences. Through regular communication with Network World customers, Croci will focus on understanding current and future expectations, championing the customer view within Network World and creating processes that make it easy and memorable to do business with the company. Croci joined Network World in 1999 and has over 10 years experience in high tech marketing.

Pomponi, a 24-year veteran of IDG, will lead Network World's Emerging Market team to create print, online and event advertising opportunities for start-up and small companies that help them reach buyers and break into the network market. Pomponi will also work to create new programs that allow vendors to connect with decision-makers in vertical and adjacent markets within the Network IT market. Most recently, Pomponi served as Network World Northeast Regional Sales Manager.

"Network World continues to invest in areas that will positively impact our customers. By combining creative marketing programs focused on emerging markets with the highest level of customer service, Network World is in a unique position to provide our customers with programs that hit the sweet spot of their marketing objectives," said Evilee Thibeault, CEO and publisher, Network World, Inc.

About Network World

Network World, Inc., the Leader in Network Knowledge, empowers Network IT Executives through education, information and community. Network World, an IDG company, is the leading provider of news, analysis, reviews, events and education on information technology. Network World publishes the leading newsweekly, Network World, hosts the most active online community, Network World Fusion (http://www.nwfusion.com), and produces educational seminars and events worldwide. Network World's portfolio of strategic marketing programs provides marketing and agency professionals with the tools to generate high-quality leads, optimize marketing campaigns, and create new revenue opportunities.

About IDG

International Data Group (IDG) is the world's leading technology media, research, and event company. A privately-held company, IDG publishes more than 300 magazines and newspapers including Bio-IT World, CIO, CSO, Computerworld, GamePro, InfoWorld, Network World, and PC World. The company features the largest network of technology-specific Web sites with more than 400 around the world. IDG is also a leading producer of more than 170 computer-related events worldwide including LinuxWorld Conference & Expo(R), MacworldConference & Expo(R), DEMO(R), and IDC Directions. IDC provides global market research and advice through offices in 50 countries. Company information is available at http://www.idg.com.