Steven D. Dalrymple Appointed CEO of USRobotics.CHICAGO -- Steven D. Dalrymple, a technology industry veteran with strong experience leading companies in rapidly changing markets, has been named chief executive officer of USRobotics, the company announced today. Mr. Dalrymple replaces Joseph Hartnett, who engineered the sale of USRobotics to Platinum Equity Platinum Equity is an American information technology and private equity firm. It was founded by billionaire Tom Gores in 1995 and is headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. in August 2005 and led the company through its transition in the intervening year. "Joe Hartnett played a pivotal role in positioning USRobotics for the future," said Paul Bridwell, senior vice president at Platinum Equity. "We are confident there will be a smooth transition as he passes the reins to Steve Dalrymple." Mr. Dalrymple most recently served as 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 another Platinum Equity company, Vanguard Managed Solutions LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control , which is the largest independent managed services An umbrella term for third-party monitoring and maintaining of computers, networks and software. The actual equipment may be inhouse or at the third-party's facilities, but the "managed" implies an ongoing effort; for example, making sure the equipment is running at a certain quality provider in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and a leading source of enterprise networking The networking infrastructure in a large enterprise with multiple computer systems and networks of different types is extraordinarily complex. Due to the myriad of interfaces that are required, much of what goes on has little to do with the real data processing of the payroll and orders. equipment. Mr. Dalrymple will remain on the Board of Directors at Vanguard Managed Solutions LLC. "Steve brings a strong background in enterprise networking to USRobotics," Mr. Bridwell said. "At Vanguard he led a business transformation that re-established the company in the managed services space, while sustaining both customer retention and financial performance." "We expect him to be similarly effective at USRobotics, guiding the company through a rapidly changing marketplace and building a successful, long-term future for the company." About USRobotics USRobotics is a Platinum Equity company. For three decades, the company has been a leader in Internet access See how to access the Internet. and networking, helping millions of people connect to the Internet with powerful, innovative products. The company is rapidly expanding its category leadership by transforming the latest technologies into reliable and easy-to-use high performance products, including high-speed, broadband modems; wired and wireless networking solutions; and Internet security devices; for the growing home, home office, and small- to medium-sized business markets. The company is dedicated to keeping people connected worldwide - to information, entertainment, and each other. USRobotics is privately held and headquartered in the Chicago area. For further information, please visit the Web site at www.usr.com. |
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