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TORONTO, April 30 /CNW/ - Data & Audio Visual Enterprises Wireless Inc. (DAVE Wireless) announced today the appointment of its two most recent board members - Paul V. Godfrey and Michael Neuman.
"Building a company that can compete and succeed in a competitive wireless industry requires strong leadership and guidance," said John Bitove, Chairman of DAVE Wireless. "I am very pleased to have Paul and Michael join as the newest Directors on our Board, as their expertise, vision and direction will be a tremendous asset as we prepare to launch and provide exceptional wireless service for Canadians."
An accomplished business leader, Godfrey was president and CEO of the Toronto Blue Jays from 2000 until 2008. Currently president and CEO of the National Post, Godfrey brings a unique business perspective with expertise in sales, marketing and partnerships.
"I am pleased to be joining investors of the calibre of John Bitove and Quadrangle Capital Partners to launch an innovative new service provider," said Paul Godfrey. "I believe that DAVE Wireless is building an excellent business strategy and launch plan designed to capture a targeted cross-section of the market."
Michael Neuman, a wireless industry veteran, was president and CEO of Bell ExpressVu Satellite Television, WorldLinx Telecommunications and Cerberus Canada. He was also president of Bell Mobility from 2002 to 2005 - a period of significant growth despite increased competition and deregulation. "The wireless industry is one that continues to evolve at a rapid pace," said Michael Neuman. "I am pleased to be assisting a very capable and strategic leadership team as DAVE Wireless readies to reach out to customers with a compelling value proposition."
About Data & Audio Visual Enterprises Wireless Inc. (DAVE Wireless)
DAVE Wireless is a newly formed entity led by Chairman John Bitove and Quadrangle Capital Partners, a global investor in the telecommunications and media sectors with more than $6 billion of capital under management. Following the Canadian wireless spectrum auction, DAVE Wireless now holds 10 licenses and will pursue a wireless strategy targeting more than half of Canada's population in 10 of the 13 largest markets including Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Ottawa.
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