10/10/2006 5:09:00 PM
Bright House Networks added Spanish-language cable network Galavisión in the Tampa Bay, Fla., area on digital channel 79, the network said in a release.
The two parties held a ceremony to announce the addition, attended by Carlos Calderón, host of Galavisión’s interactive music show, Acceso Máximo (All Access); Kevin Hyman, division president at Bright House; and Iris Gonzalez, multicultural-community-relations manager at the MSO.
Galavisión said Acceso Máximo would, for the first time, air live from Tampa Nov. 17.
Univision Communications-owned Galavisión claims the biggest distribution of any U.S. Spanish-language cable network, available to more than 7 million Hispanic subscribers.
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
Thursday, October 05, 2006
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Chooses Broadband National
Company to provision and manage deployment of more than 190 broadband circuits for Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Inc.
Broadband National, the leading online marketing company that promotes digital services in the U.S., has announced that Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG) has selected them to manage their broadband provisioning and deployment for more than 190 Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental locations throughout the U.S. Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group will leverage Broadband National’s IBIS technology to efficiently order and manage this process, saving the company significant time, dollars and resources.
“We were able to significantly reduce Dollar Thrifty Automotive Groups cost of rolling out their broadband network by assigning a dedicated project manager and leveraging our collaborative online order status portal,” said Vinny Olmstead, Broadband National’s President and CEO. “Leveraging our IBIS software and our industry experience will also reduce the Dollar Thrifty Automotive Groups overall total cost of ownership by utilizing the nations best of breed broadband providers.”
About DTG
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. is a Fortune 1000 Company headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Driven by the mission “Value Every Time,” the Company's brands, Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental, serve value-conscious travelers in approximately 70 countries. Dollar and Thrifty have approximately 800 corporate and franchised locations in the United States and Canada, and they have operations at most major airports. The Company's more than 8,500 employees are located mainly in North America, but global service capabilities exist through an expanding international franchise network. For additional information, visit www.dtag.com.
About Broadband National
Broadband National’s industry leading IBIS 3.0 platform allows for efficient management of multi-site locations. Through our bulk qualification process we are able within a matter of hours to quickly, and efficiently determine what services are available at all customer locations, maximizing coverage and reducing overall costs. IBIS 3.0 compares services from more than 50 local, regional and national service providers such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Time Warner, Verizon, Speaskeasy, Sprint Covad, Charter, Nuvox and New Edge.
Formed in 2003, Broadband National is a private company conceived as a solution to a fragmented and confusing broadband marketplace. Millions have used their Web site to compare services, and purchase broadband, VoIP, video, mobile, digital, and similar services.
For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or visit www.broadbandnational.com
Wednesday, October 04, 2006
VoIP Moves From The Office To The Home
Technology Has Many Benefits for Consumers
By Michael Brito
With the current explosion of VoIP (Voice over Internet protocol) in the business world, it’s not surprising that many people in the U.S. are making the switch to VoIP for their home phone. The technology works by routing voice conversations over the Internet via IP networks. VoIP does not use traditional phone lines, but instead uses packet switched networks that do the same thing, but more efficiently and for less money.
This technology has many benefits for consumers and businesses. Below is a list of just some of the benefits that will help you decide if VoIP is right for you!
Feature Rich And Less Expensive
An examination of your current phone bill will reveal additional charges over and above the basic phone service. Call waiting, caller id, voicemail, call forwarding and other features are options requiring additional fees. Add long distance charges and applicable taxes and the typical phone bill can quickly approach $75 to $100 dollars.
VoIP providers offer many different pricing plans. The most popular being a flat rate fee typically $19.95 to $25.00 per month with the majority of the features built-in. This monthly fee also includes unlimited calls throughout the United States and Canada.
VoIP is Portable
Because VoIP is connected to a high-speed Internet connection and not the traditional phone lines, it becomes almost as portable as a cell phone. Essentially, consumers can take their phone number anywhere they move, even if it’s just for a weekend getaway.
Simply pack up your phone adapter, (power supply & cables) and your touch-tone phone. The system can be reconnected anywhere there is a broadband Internet connection, allowing you to make and receive calls as if you were still at home.
If you own a VoIP phone the system is even more portable, simply plug the phone into any broadband Internet connection typically found in most hotels. There’s no need for adaptors and cables.
Choose Your Phone Number
With VoIP, consumers are no longer tied to their local phone number. Many consumers take advantage of this feature when they have friends and family members who live in a different city or state.
Most VoIP providers also offer virtual numbers. A virtual number is an inexpensive secondary line that rings to the primary VoIP line. For example if you live in San Francisco where your primary VoIP phone number has a 415 area code you can order a virtual number for a family member in a different state with your same area code and thus avoid them incurring long distance fees when calling your phone number.
Cost savings, portability and frequent phone calls from relatives are just some of the reasons why you should consider the switch to VoIP. The technology is here to stay and there is no better time to adopt VoIP and start saving on your phone bills.
For a free no obligation quote visit www.voipnational.com or speak to one of our VoIP Specialists toll free at 1-866-633-2369.
Michael Brito is a highly innovative and ROI driven marketer with more than six years of experience in driving customer acquisition through several media channels to include: SEO, Paid Search, blog & article marketing and web Strategy.
By Michael Brito
With the current explosion of VoIP (Voice over Internet protocol) in the business world, it’s not surprising that many people in the U.S. are making the switch to VoIP for their home phone. The technology works by routing voice conversations over the Internet via IP networks. VoIP does not use traditional phone lines, but instead uses packet switched networks that do the same thing, but more efficiently and for less money.
This technology has many benefits for consumers and businesses. Below is a list of just some of the benefits that will help you decide if VoIP is right for you!
Feature Rich And Less Expensive
An examination of your current phone bill will reveal additional charges over and above the basic phone service. Call waiting, caller id, voicemail, call forwarding and other features are options requiring additional fees. Add long distance charges and applicable taxes and the typical phone bill can quickly approach $75 to $100 dollars.
VoIP providers offer many different pricing plans. The most popular being a flat rate fee typically $19.95 to $25.00 per month with the majority of the features built-in. This monthly fee also includes unlimited calls throughout the United States and Canada.
VoIP is Portable
Because VoIP is connected to a high-speed Internet connection and not the traditional phone lines, it becomes almost as portable as a cell phone. Essentially, consumers can take their phone number anywhere they move, even if it’s just for a weekend getaway.
Simply pack up your phone adapter, (power supply & cables) and your touch-tone phone. The system can be reconnected anywhere there is a broadband Internet connection, allowing you to make and receive calls as if you were still at home.
If you own a VoIP phone the system is even more portable, simply plug the phone into any broadband Internet connection typically found in most hotels. There’s no need for adaptors and cables.
Choose Your Phone Number
With VoIP, consumers are no longer tied to their local phone number. Many consumers take advantage of this feature when they have friends and family members who live in a different city or state.
Most VoIP providers also offer virtual numbers. A virtual number is an inexpensive secondary line that rings to the primary VoIP line. For example if you live in San Francisco where your primary VoIP phone number has a 415 area code you can order a virtual number for a family member in a different state with your same area code and thus avoid them incurring long distance fees when calling your phone number.
Cost savings, portability and frequent phone calls from relatives are just some of the reasons why you should consider the switch to VoIP. The technology is here to stay and there is no better time to adopt VoIP and start saving on your phone bills.
For a free no obligation quote visit www.voipnational.com or speak to one of our VoIP Specialists toll free at 1-866-633-2369.
Michael Brito is a highly innovative and ROI driven marketer with more than six years of experience in driving customer acquisition through several media channels to include: SEO, Paid Search, blog & article marketing and web Strategy.
Thursday, September 28, 2006
Small Businesses Can Enjoy The Benefits Of VoIP Technology
SMBs Need To Consider VoIP For Efficiency and Savings
Over the past ten years, the market for VoIP has been driven by a number of factors, chiefly the promise of inexpensive voice communication. As traditional phone service costs have gone up dramatically, without adding new features, any solution offered at lower rates is bound to create a huge demand.
Today, many small and medium sized businesses (SMB) are choosing VoIP to replace their current telephone system. VoIP is a term used to describe the transmission of telephone calls using the Internet (Voice over Internet protocol), rather than over traditional phone lines. It’s a rather simple concept, and one that is having a significant impact on the world of business communications.
The SMB market for VoIP is growing astronomically across the world. Businesses realize that VoIP is now a mature enough technology to deliver a high quality service, feature improvements and tremendous cost savings.
Low-Cost Broadband Changes the Telephony Game
As VoIP is less expensive to deploy, service providers can pass the savings on to its customers. Since no physical equipment other than a phone and a broadband phone adapter are needed onsite, features can be upgraded without additional charges in a seamless process. Prices have been kept at a minimum because VoIP has been less affected by regulations and taxes than the traditional telephone services.
The explosive adoption of broadband access is aiding the VoIP market growth. VoIP uses these high-speed connections as its transport rather than traditional and more expensive telephone lines. Since so many potential VoIP customers already have broadband connections and want features like voicemail to email notification, many see the logical choice is to leave behind traditional phone service for less expensive VoIP phone service. Also, now that portability of phone numbers is available, switching to a business VoIP phone system can be completely transparent to employees and customers.
VoIP Is the Future
As a result of VoIP’s potential cost savings and added features, consumers, small business, enterprises, traditional telecommunication service providers (telcos), and cable television providers are viewing it as the future of telecommunications. VoIP has experienced significant growth in recent years due several factors:
- Demand for lower cost phone service.
- Carriers drive to reduce costs while providing more features.
- Customers increased feature set without capital investments.
- More dispersed workplace driven by teleworkers and best of breed global hiring practices.
- Improved quality and reliability of broadband networks enabling.
- VoIP calls over standard broadband lines, as well as inexpensive increased bandwidth capacity.
- New product innovations that allow VoIP providers to offer services not currently offered by traditional telephone products.
The bottom line for today's small business is that VoIP can give a business of any size the same kinds of telephony features that multinational enterprises typically enjoy and at a significant savings.
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VoIP Moves From The Office To The Home
Technology Has Many Benefits for Consumers.
With the current explosion of VoIP (Voice over Internet protocol) in the business world, it’s not surprising that many people in the U.S. are making the switch to VoIP for their home phone. The technology works by routing voice conversations over the Internet via IP networks. VoIP does not use traditional phone lines, but instead uses packet switched networks that do the same thing, but more efficiently and for less money.
This technology has many benefits for consumers and businesses. Below is a list of just some of the benefits that will help you decide if VoIP is right for you!
Feature Rich And Less Expensive
An examination of your current phone bill will reveal additional charges over and above the basic phone service. Call waiting, caller id, voicemail, call forwarding and other features are options requiring additional fees. Add long distance charges and applicable taxes and the typical phone bill can quickly approach $75 to $100 dollars.
VoIP providers offer many different pricing plans. The most popular being a flat rate fee typically $19.95 to $25.00 per month with the majority of the features built-in. This monthly fee also includes unlimited calls throughout the United States and Canada.
VoIP is Portable
Because VoIP is connected to a high-speed Internet connection and not the traditional phone lines, it becomes almost as portable as a cell phone. Essentially, consumers can take their phone number anywhere they move, even if it’s just for a weekend getaway.
Simply pack up your phone adapter, (power supply & cables) and your touch-tone phone. The system can be reconnected anywhere there is a broadband Internet connection, allowing you to make and receive calls as if you were still at home.
If you own a VoIP phone the system is even more portable, simply plug the phone into any broadband Internet connection typically found in most hotels. There’s no need for adaptors and cables.
Choose Your Phone Number
With VoIP, consumers are no longer tied to their local phone number. Many consumers take advantage of this feature when they have friends and family members who live in a different city or state.
Most VoIP providers also offer virtual numbers. A virtual number is an inexpensive secondary line that rings to the primary VoIP line. For example if you live in San Francisco where your primary VoIP phone number has a 415 area code you can order a virtual number for a family member in a different state with your same area code and thus avoid them incurring long distance fees when calling your phone number.
Cost savings, portability and frequent phone calls from relatives are just some of the reasons why you should consider the switch to VoIP. The technology is here to stay and there is no better time to adopt VoIP and start saving on your phone bills.
For a free no obligation quote visit www.voipnational.com or speak to one of our VoIP Specialists toll free at 1-866-633-2369.
Broadband National Inc. Opens New Atlanta Offices
Broadband National, the nations leading online marketing company that promotes digital services such as broadband, VoIP, and video has announced the opening of their new offices in Atlanta Georgia. The offices are located in the Innova Center at 2501 East Piedmont Rd, Marietta, GA. With 10 employees initially occupying the facility the offices serve as an extension to business development, information technology, commercial and residential sales operations. The company anticipates the hiring of 30 to 50 additional employees by the end of 2007.
“We’re excited about the opportunities that this vibrant marketplace affords a company such as ours,” states Vinny Olmstead, Broadband National’s President and CEO. “Metro Atlanta has the second largest telecommunications employment base in the country and a strong technology corridor to support our platform. It also leads the nation in business growth and employment opportunities and that’s a perfect fit for a company like Broadband National.”
About Broadband National
Headquartered in Vero Beach FL with sales offices in Orlando FL, Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping website for digital services including Internet, VoIP, mobile and video. Residential and business customers can use Broadband National's IBIS 3.0 (Integrated Broadband Information System) technology to compare services from more than 50 local, regional and national service providers such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Time Warner, Verizon, Speaskeasy, Sprint Covad, Charter, Nuvox and New Edge.
Formed in 2003, Broadband National is a private company conceived as a solution to a fragmented and confusing broadband marketplace. Millions have used their Web site to compare services, and purchase broadband, VoIP, video, mobile, digital, and similar services.
For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or visit www.broadbandnational.com
“We’re excited about the opportunities that this vibrant marketplace affords a company such as ours,” states Vinny Olmstead, Broadband National’s President and CEO. “Metro Atlanta has the second largest telecommunications employment base in the country and a strong technology corridor to support our platform. It also leads the nation in business growth and employment opportunities and that’s a perfect fit for a company like Broadband National.”
About Broadband National
Headquartered in Vero Beach FL with sales offices in Orlando FL, Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping website for digital services including Internet, VoIP, mobile and video. Residential and business customers can use Broadband National's IBIS 3.0 (Integrated Broadband Information System) technology to compare services from more than 50 local, regional and national service providers such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Time Warner, Verizon, Speaskeasy, Sprint Covad, Charter, Nuvox and New Edge.
Formed in 2003, Broadband National is a private company conceived as a solution to a fragmented and confusing broadband marketplace. Millions have used their Web site to compare services, and purchase broadband, VoIP, video, mobile, digital, and similar services.
For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or visit www.broadbandnational.com
Thursday, September 21, 2006
Broadband National Adds Prashant Gharpure As Vice President Of Software Development
Broadband National, the leading online marketing company that promotes broadband related products and services, has announced the appointment of Prashant Gharpure as Vice President of Software Development.
Gharpure has been has been working for Broadband National as a contract employee since late 2005. He is currently the lead architect of IBIS 4.0, the newest version of the company’s flagship product. Gharpure will be responsible for IBIS 4.0/4.x and will continue work on this project out of the company’s newly developed Atlanta office. In addition, Gharpure will also be responsible for all database support and reporting.
Prior to joining Broadband National Gharpure was VP of Software Development for CareKeeper Software of Atlanta Georgia. Gharpure holds a BSEE Degree from Nagpur University and an MS CS degree from University of South Alabama. He has more than 15 years of IT experience with more than 5 years of network consulting. “We know that Prashant will be a valuable addition to our Executive team and we’re looking forward to seeing the rollout in January 2007 of his first major project completion, IBIS 4.0” states David Wilcox Broadband National’s Chief Technology Officer.
About Broadband National
Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping website for broadband related services and products. Residential and business customers can use Broadband National's IBIS (Integrated Broadband Information System) technology to compare services from more than 50 local, regional and national service providers. Companies such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Dlink, Time Warner, and Verizon are offered at www.broadbandnational.com. Broadband National utilizes their online marketing capabilities to attract customers and ultimately complete sales for their marketing customers. The private company was formed in 2003 as a solution to a fragmented and confusing broadband market place. Millions have used the website to compare services, with more than 300,000 consumers and businesses having purchased broadband, VoIP, and similar broadband related products and services.
The robust IBIS system is also utilized by several companies including selected “Big Box” stores such as Office Depot and more than 1,000 others companies that lease the technology to offer broadband products and services on their websites and in retail stores.
For Broadband National press inquiries please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or visit www.broadbandnational.com.
Gharpure has been has been working for Broadband National as a contract employee since late 2005. He is currently the lead architect of IBIS 4.0, the newest version of the company’s flagship product. Gharpure will be responsible for IBIS 4.0/4.x and will continue work on this project out of the company’s newly developed Atlanta office. In addition, Gharpure will also be responsible for all database support and reporting.
Prior to joining Broadband National Gharpure was VP of Software Development for CareKeeper Software of Atlanta Georgia. Gharpure holds a BSEE Degree from Nagpur University and an MS CS degree from University of South Alabama. He has more than 15 years of IT experience with more than 5 years of network consulting. “We know that Prashant will be a valuable addition to our Executive team and we’re looking forward to seeing the rollout in January 2007 of his first major project completion, IBIS 4.0” states David Wilcox Broadband National’s Chief Technology Officer.
About Broadband National
Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping website for broadband related services and products. Residential and business customers can use Broadband National's IBIS (Integrated Broadband Information System) technology to compare services from more than 50 local, regional and national service providers. Companies such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Dlink, Time Warner, and Verizon are offered at www.broadbandnational.com. Broadband National utilizes their online marketing capabilities to attract customers and ultimately complete sales for their marketing customers. The private company was formed in 2003 as a solution to a fragmented and confusing broadband market place. Millions have used the website to compare services, with more than 300,000 consumers and businesses having purchased broadband, VoIP, and similar broadband related products and services.
The robust IBIS system is also utilized by several companies including selected “Big Box” stores such as Office Depot and more than 1,000 others companies that lease the technology to offer broadband products and services on their websites and in retail stores.
For Broadband National press inquiries please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or visit www.broadbandnational.com.
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
AOL Latino
More Hispanics Compare-Shop Online
Orlando Business Journal - 11:48 AM EDT Monday
Hispanics in the Unites States are relying more on the Internet in making purchasing decisions, a new AOL Latino Hispanic Cyberstudy released Monday shows.
According to the study, 68 percent of Hispanics surveyed say the Internet is their best source for making final brand decisions -- a 17-point spike since 2004.
In addition, about three of every four Hispanics in the country use the Internet to learn about brand products, compared with 59 percent two years ago.
The Internet also is a popular tool for Hispanics who want to compare prices and learn about brand features or benefits, the study concludes.
Mark Lopez, publisher of AOL Latino, says the new data will help marketers better understand how to reach the rapidly growing online Hispanic market.
The study, undertaken by Synovate's Diversity Group, a market intelligence researcher, interviewed 502 participants in English or Spanish over the age of 18 who accessed the Internet in the past month.
According to the study, there are more than 16 million Hispanics online, or 55 percent of the total U.S. Hispanic population.
The Hispanic population in Central Florida is estimated to be more than 549,000, and Hispanic buying power in the
The AOL Latino survey also shows that 81 percent of Hispanics online are mostly acculturated or partially acculturated, while only 19 percent is relatively unacculturated.
Acculturated Hispanics are defined as those who tend to be
Partially acculturated Hispanics are defined as having lived in the
The unacculturated Hispanics have lived the shortest amount of time in the
Broadband National Launches Spanish Language Comparative Web Site
Florida's fastest growing broadband company launches Spanish language site focusing exclusively on the Hispanic market.
Broadband National, the leading online marketing company that promotes broadband related products and services in the U.S., has just launched a Web site targeting the growing Hispanic market.
The company recognizes the needs and spending power of the Hispanic population, the largest minority group in the United States. The new site, www.comprabroadband.com, offers a wide range of products and services designed to empower people through expanded comparison and purchasing — any time, any place and with dedicated bilingual staff at their call centers ready to assist customers in their native language.
“This is the first Web site catering solely to Hispanics and offering detailed pricing and promotions available from our providers, as well as exclusive Broadband National incentives,” states Mark Weibel, Broadband National’s Executive VP of Marketing. “In conjunction with the new website we are also unveiling a new affiliate program allowing others to sell our products and services through comprabroadband.com for compensation.”
Residential and business customers can use Broadband National's IBIS (Integrated Broadband Information System) technology to compare services from more than 50 local, regional and national service providers. Companies such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Time Warner, and Verizon are offered at www.broadbandnational.com.
Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping website for broadband related services and products. Residential and business customers can use Broadband National's IBIS (Integrated Broadband Information System) technology to compare services from more than 50 local, regional and national service providers. Companies such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Dlink, Time Warner, and Verizon are offered at www.broadbandnational.com.
Formed in 2003, Broadband National is a private company conceived as a solution to a fragmented and confusing broadband marketplace. Millions have used their Web site to compare services, and purchase broadband, VoIP, and similar telecom services.
For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at
772-539-0618 or visit www.broadbandnational.com
Broadband National, the leading online marketing company that promotes broadband related products and services in the U.S., has just launched a Web site targeting the growing Hispanic market.
The company recognizes the needs and spending power of the Hispanic population, the largest minority group in the United States. The new site, www.comprabroadband.com, offers a wide range of products and services designed to empower people through expanded comparison and purchasing — any time, any place and with dedicated bilingual staff at their call centers ready to assist customers in their native language.
“This is the first Web site catering solely to Hispanics and offering detailed pricing and promotions available from our providers, as well as exclusive Broadband National incentives,” states Mark Weibel, Broadband National’s Executive VP of Marketing. “In conjunction with the new website we are also unveiling a new affiliate program allowing others to sell our products and services through comprabroadband.com for compensation.”
Residential and business customers can use Broadband National's IBIS (Integrated Broadband Information System) technology to compare services from more than 50 local, regional and national service providers. Companies such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Time Warner, and Verizon are offered at www.broadbandnational.com.
Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping website for broadband related services and products. Residential and business customers can use Broadband National's IBIS (Integrated Broadband Information System) technology to compare services from more than 50 local, regional and national service providers. Companies such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Dlink, Time Warner, and Verizon are offered at www.broadbandnational.com.
Formed in 2003, Broadband National is a private company conceived as a solution to a fragmented and confusing broadband marketplace. Millions have used their Web site to compare services, and purchase broadband, VoIP, and similar telecom services.
For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at
772-539-0618 or visit www.broadbandnational.com
Tuesday, June 20, 2006
Broadband National Adds One-Hundredth Employee
Company Seeking 15 Additional Full Time Employees
Broadband National one of Florida's fastest growing companies has hired its one-hundredth full time employee. The company is actively seeking an additional 15 new employees to help manage its fast paced growth. Positions are available in sales, information technology, business development, management and administration.
“We’re always on the look out for talented people,” states Vinny Olmstead, President and CEO of Broadband National, “we’re excited to see new technology companies moving to the area and hope they will help attract the types of quality employees that we’re seeking.” HR Consultant Nina Blaicher goes on to state, “Broadband National searches for the best talent in the area. We offer a dynamic, fast-paced and fun environment with lots of growth and career development. Our employees need to be quick on their feet, smart and creative thinking. We know that our standards are high, but we also that know our company is a rare find and a very cool place to work, so we are willing to hold out for that perfect fit.”
Broadband National with offices in Vero Beach and Orlando Florida is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband and VoIP services to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National’s proprietary software - the Integrated Broadband Information System (“IBIS 3.0”) - allows customers objective carrier comparisons including service offers, product offers, and guaranteed lowest pricing. A partnership with more than 50 companies such as AT&T, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, Covad, and Verizon ensures a comprehensive customer solution. Broadband National also licenses the IBIS 3.0 system to more than 1,500 companies such as retailers, VoIP suppliers, online marketers, and integrators allowing the same robust experience, while monetizing their customer base.
Broadband National’s IBIS platform is the leading consumer and commercial broadband aggregation platform. For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit www.broadbandnational.com. For Broadband National press inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email markb@broadbandnational.com
Broadband National one of Florida's fastest growing companies has hired its one-hundredth full time employee. The company is actively seeking an additional 15 new employees to help manage its fast paced growth. Positions are available in sales, information technology, business development, management and administration.
“We’re always on the look out for talented people,” states Vinny Olmstead, President and CEO of Broadband National, “we’re excited to see new technology companies moving to the area and hope they will help attract the types of quality employees that we’re seeking.” HR Consultant Nina Blaicher goes on to state, “Broadband National searches for the best talent in the area. We offer a dynamic, fast-paced and fun environment with lots of growth and career development. Our employees need to be quick on their feet, smart and creative thinking. We know that our standards are high, but we also that know our company is a rare find and a very cool place to work, so we are willing to hold out for that perfect fit.”
Broadband National with offices in Vero Beach and Orlando Florida is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband and VoIP services to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National’s proprietary software - the Integrated Broadband Information System (“IBIS 3.0”) - allows customers objective carrier comparisons including service offers, product offers, and guaranteed lowest pricing. A partnership with more than 50 companies such as AT&T, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, Covad, and Verizon ensures a comprehensive customer solution. Broadband National also licenses the IBIS 3.0 system to more than 1,500 companies such as retailers, VoIP suppliers, online marketers, and integrators allowing the same robust experience, while monetizing their customer base.
Broadband National’s IBIS platform is the leading consumer and commercial broadband aggregation platform. For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit www.broadbandnational.com. For Broadband National press inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email markb@broadbandnational.com
Wednesday, May 10, 2006
Broadband National Offers New Lead Generation Marketing Program For Internet Users
“Broadband Dance” lead generation program is the first of its kind for personal web pages and blogs.
Broadband National today announced the adoption of a multi-dimensional marketing program for the promotion of high-speed Internet connectivity. The program titled “Broadband Dance” allows users to easily promote and sell the services of over 50 Internet and telecom suppliers such Qwest, AT&T, Comcast, Sprint, Verizon, TimeWarner and others. It also affords them the opportunity to cross promote the services with other Internet users increasing their exposure expediently.
“This is the first time anyone has made this type of marketing program available to the general public for use on their blogs and personal web pages,” states Mark Weibel, Broadband National’s Executive VP of Marketing. “ By following three simple steps, anyone with basic Internet experience can take advantage of this exciting new program and can start making money instantly.” The technology for “Broadband Dance” is based on the company’s proprietary software known as the Integrated Broadband Information System or “IBIS”. Terence Channon, Sr., Director of Web Initiatives, states, “The beauty of the product is that there’s very little for the user to do; we take care of basically everything from accounting to book keeping and all backend software support. They just need to copy a few lines of HTML code and paste it into their personal web page. They can also post it into bulletins, messages, or as a blog entry for promotion to their friends.” Users of the program are paid for leads generated and a residual override on leads generated by users they have recruited to the program. For more information, and to sign up visit www.broadbanddance.com
Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband services and products to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National’s proprietary software - the Integrated Broadband Information System (“IBIS 3.0”) - enables customers to make objective comparisons of service and product offerings through back-end integration with 50 strategic partners, including AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, and Verizon.
For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit www.broadbandnational.com. For Broadband National press or investor relations inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email mark.ballard@broadbandnational.com.
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Broadband National today announced the adoption of a multi-dimensional marketing program for the promotion of high-speed Internet connectivity. The program titled “Broadband Dance” allows users to easily promote and sell the services of over 50 Internet and telecom suppliers such Qwest, AT&T, Comcast, Sprint, Verizon, TimeWarner and others. It also affords them the opportunity to cross promote the services with other Internet users increasing their exposure expediently.
“This is the first time anyone has made this type of marketing program available to the general public for use on their blogs and personal web pages,” states Mark Weibel, Broadband National’s Executive VP of Marketing. “ By following three simple steps, anyone with basic Internet experience can take advantage of this exciting new program and can start making money instantly.” The technology for “Broadband Dance” is based on the company’s proprietary software known as the Integrated Broadband Information System or “IBIS”. Terence Channon, Sr., Director of Web Initiatives, states, “The beauty of the product is that there’s very little for the user to do; we take care of basically everything from accounting to book keeping and all backend software support. They just need to copy a few lines of HTML code and paste it into their personal web page. They can also post it into bulletins, messages, or as a blog entry for promotion to their friends.” Users of the program are paid for leads generated and a residual override on leads generated by users they have recruited to the program. For more information, and to sign up visit www.broadbanddance.com
Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband services and products to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National’s proprietary software - the Integrated Broadband Information System (“IBIS 3.0”) - enables customers to make objective comparisons of service and product offerings through back-end integration with 50 strategic partners, including AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, and Verizon.
For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit www.broadbandnational.com. For Broadband National press or investor relations inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email mark.ballard@broadbandnational.com.
[internet]
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
Broadband National Promotes Vinny Olmstead to CEO
Company President Promoted to President and Chief Executive Officer
VERO BEACH, Fla., May 2 Broadband National today announced the promotion of company President Vinny Olmstead to President and Chief Executive Officer. Since being recruited in 2003 by company founders AJ Koontz III and Mark Weibel, Olmstead has overseen the day-to-day operations of one of the industry's fastest-growing online companies, increasing revenue by a factor of 16 and driving the company to profitability in the first quarter of 2006. "We have had great success due to our business model and strong management team, and I appreciate the Board of Directors' confidence resulting in this promotion," said Olmstead.
In addition to growing the business, Olmstead led the company's efforts to secure private equity funding by Constellation Ventures, a Bear Stearns Asset Management Venture Capital Fund in December of 2005. "Vinny has utilized his past experience to successfully guide this company through a tremendous growth phase," stated Ray Oglethorpe, Chairman of the Board of Broadband National. "For the previous 10 quarters, the company has exceeded its financial expectations and we're confident with Vinny's guidance that we will continue to see strong financial results and sustained growth for years to come."
Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband services and products to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National's proprietary software -- the Integrated Broadband Information System ("IBIS 3.0") -- enables customers to make objective comparisons of service and product offerings through back end integration with 50 strategic partners, including AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, and Verizon. Broadband National also licenses the IBIS 3.0 system to more than 1,500 companies such as national retailers, VoIP suppliers, online marketers, and integrators allowing the same robust experience, while monetizing their customer base.
For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit http://www.broadbandnational.com . For Broadband National press or investor relations inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email mark.ballard@broadbandnational.com .
[internet]
VERO BEACH, Fla., May 2 Broadband National today announced the promotion of company President Vinny Olmstead to President and Chief Executive Officer. Since being recruited in 2003 by company founders AJ Koontz III and Mark Weibel, Olmstead has overseen the day-to-day operations of one of the industry's fastest-growing online companies, increasing revenue by a factor of 16 and driving the company to profitability in the first quarter of 2006. "We have had great success due to our business model and strong management team, and I appreciate the Board of Directors' confidence resulting in this promotion," said Olmstead.
In addition to growing the business, Olmstead led the company's efforts to secure private equity funding by Constellation Ventures, a Bear Stearns Asset Management Venture Capital Fund in December of 2005. "Vinny has utilized his past experience to successfully guide this company through a tremendous growth phase," stated Ray Oglethorpe, Chairman of the Board of Broadband National. "For the previous 10 quarters, the company has exceeded its financial expectations and we're confident with Vinny's guidance that we will continue to see strong financial results and sustained growth for years to come."
Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband services and products to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National's proprietary software -- the Integrated Broadband Information System ("IBIS 3.0") -- enables customers to make objective comparisons of service and product offerings through back end integration with 50 strategic partners, including AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, and Verizon. Broadband National also licenses the IBIS 3.0 system to more than 1,500 companies such as national retailers, VoIP suppliers, online marketers, and integrators allowing the same robust experience, while monetizing their customer base.
For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit http://www.broadbandnational.com . For Broadband National press or investor relations inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email mark.ballard@broadbandnational.com .
[internet]
Tuesday, April 04, 2006
BigBand Networks is Awarded First US Patent for Dynamic Provisioning of Digital Media Streams
Tuesday April 4, 8:30 am ET
Innovative technologies provide foundation for widespread industry collaboration onswitched broadcast, enabling bandwidth reclamation and advanced functionality
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., April 4 /PRNewswire/ -- BigBand Networks, Inc., a leading provider of broadband multimedia infrastructure for video, voice and data, today announced it has been awarded US Patent No. 6,999,477. This is for the method and system of selecting media streams from multiple sources, and dynamically provisioning them to particular groups of subscribers. The practice is fundamental to the expanding practice of switching digital video and constitutes the backbone of the BigBand Switched Broadcast solution.
[internet]
America Online changes it's name to AOL.
AOL started out as Quantum Computer Services in 1985, and offered Internet service four years later. In 1991 it changed its name to America Online. After 10 years AOL merged with Time Warner to create AOL Time Warner.
But when the tech bubble burst, parent company Time Warner returned to being simply Time Warner.
AOL also is restructuring itself as a limited liability company.
"Our company long ago accomplished the mission implied by our old name ... we literally got America online," said AOL LLC Chief Executive Officer Jon Miller. "Our new corporate identity better reflects our expanded mission - to make everyone's online experience better. Plus, consumers in the U.S. and around the world already know us by our initials."
Monday, March 20, 2006
XO Leverages Ethernet over Copper Technology to Expand Ethernet Services
SAN DIEGO, March 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Today at the CompTel Spring
2006 Convention & Expo, XO Communications announced a significant expansion in
the availability of XO Ethernet Services, using Ethernet over copper
technology to extend the reach of its Ethernet services footprint beyond its
fiber network to businesses served by last mile copper.
XO Ethernet Services now enable businesses at copper-fed locations to
leverage the expanded XO Ethernet footprint in more than 60 metropolitan
markets to connect multiple locations or receive high-speed, IP-ready network
access for the first time. Businesses with widely dispersed locations served
by either fiber or copper facilities will now be able to integrate all of
their offices and employees onto a single corporate network and for high-speed
Internet access. XO is offering the service directly to businesses and
service providers on a wholesale basis.
"The ability to extend the reach of XO Ethernet Services will be a major
boost to business customers as they grapple with an ever-expanding world of
content and applications across geographically diverse locations," said
Charlie Cary, vice president of marketing at XO Communications. "In addition
XO Ethernet Services eliminate network bottlenecks and unnecessary costs to
improve the operation, management, and performance of their vital
communications infrastructure."
2006 Convention & Expo, XO Communications announced a significant expansion in
the availability of XO Ethernet Services, using Ethernet over copper
technology to extend the reach of its Ethernet services footprint beyond its
fiber network to businesses served by last mile copper.
XO Ethernet Services now enable businesses at copper-fed locations to
leverage the expanded XO Ethernet footprint in more than 60 metropolitan
markets to connect multiple locations or receive high-speed, IP-ready network
access for the first time. Businesses with widely dispersed locations served
by either fiber or copper facilities will now be able to integrate all of
their offices and employees onto a single corporate network and for high-speed
Internet access. XO is offering the service directly to businesses and
service providers on a wholesale basis.
"The ability to extend the reach of XO Ethernet Services will be a major
boost to business customers as they grapple with an ever-expanding world of
content and applications across geographically diverse locations," said
Charlie Cary, vice president of marketing at XO Communications. "In addition
XO Ethernet Services eliminate network bottlenecks and unnecessary costs to
improve the operation, management, and performance of their vital
communications infrastructure."
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
Broadband National Names Greg Miller VP of Business Development
Vero Beach, FL—Broadband National today announced the appointment of Greg Miller as Vice President of Business Development. Prior to joining Broadband National full time Miller was a consultant and instrumental in the architecture of Broadband National’s “IBIS” system, one of the telecom industry’s most sophisticated national databases. Based on Millers knowledge of the system and experience he will assume responsibility for the company’s Business Development unit as well as the company’s Affiliate and product partner relationships.
Prior to joining Broadband National Mr. Miller was Co-Founder of Prediction Analytics, Inc., a global research and analytics company, that was purchased in 2005 by Experian, a leading worldwide provider of data and information solutions to businesses and consumers, where he was responsible for business development and sales functions. Prediction Analytics leverages predictive science to develop custom, web-based modeling systems. Those systems provide intelligent decision support for successful retail growth, marketing and customer-acquisition strategies. Miller is considered a pioneer in the use of database management systems to increase sales effectiveness, having managed complex systems for BellSouth, SBC Internet Services and DIRECTV. From 1997-99, he served as Vice President of Sales and Operations for PrimeCo PCS, a division of Verizon Wireless. Prior to that, he served more than 20 years in various senior management positions with Radio Shack Corp.
“Greg was instrumental in architecting the IBIS platform that drives our tremendous growth. Greg is the perfect candidate to head our business development and at the same time be responsible for the demands of our many customers and partners,” states Vinny Olmstead, President of Broadband National.
Broadband National with offices in Vero Beach and Orlando Florida is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband and VoIP related products and services to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National’s proprietary software - the Integrated Broadband Information System (“IBIS 3.0”) - allows customers objective comparisons including service offers, product offers, and guaranteed lowest pricing. A partnership with more than 50 companies such as AT&T, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, Covad, and Verizon ensures a comprehensive customer solution. Broadband National also licenses the IBIS 3.0 system to more than 1,500 companies such as retailers, VoIP suppliers, online marketers, and integrators allowing the same robust experience, while monetizing their customer base.
Broadband National’s IBIS platform is the leading consumer and commercial broadband aggregation platform. For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit www.broadbandnational.com. For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email markb@broadbandnational.com
Prior to joining Broadband National Mr. Miller was Co-Founder of Prediction Analytics, Inc., a global research and analytics company, that was purchased in 2005 by Experian, a leading worldwide provider of data and information solutions to businesses and consumers, where he was responsible for business development and sales functions. Prediction Analytics leverages predictive science to develop custom, web-based modeling systems. Those systems provide intelligent decision support for successful retail growth, marketing and customer-acquisition strategies. Miller is considered a pioneer in the use of database management systems to increase sales effectiveness, having managed complex systems for BellSouth, SBC Internet Services and DIRECTV. From 1997-99, he served as Vice President of Sales and Operations for PrimeCo PCS, a division of Verizon Wireless. Prior to that, he served more than 20 years in various senior management positions with Radio Shack Corp.
“Greg was instrumental in architecting the IBIS platform that drives our tremendous growth. Greg is the perfect candidate to head our business development and at the same time be responsible for the demands of our many customers and partners,” states Vinny Olmstead, President of Broadband National.
Broadband National with offices in Vero Beach and Orlando Florida is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband and VoIP related products and services to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National’s proprietary software - the Integrated Broadband Information System (“IBIS 3.0”) - allows customers objective comparisons including service offers, product offers, and guaranteed lowest pricing. A partnership with more than 50 companies such as AT&T, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, Covad, and Verizon ensures a comprehensive customer solution. Broadband National also licenses the IBIS 3.0 system to more than 1,500 companies such as retailers, VoIP suppliers, online marketers, and integrators allowing the same robust experience, while monetizing their customer base.
Broadband National’s IBIS platform is the leading consumer and commercial broadband aggregation platform. For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit www.broadbandnational.com. For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email markb@broadbandnational.com
Wednesday, February 01, 2006
Broadband National Secures $3.25 Million in Financing From Constellation Ventures
Bear Stearns' Constellation Ventures Funds Fast-Growing Broadband National
VERO BEACH, Fla., Jan. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadband National, the leading
online marketing company that promotes broadband related products and
services, is announcing completion of its Series C funding round. The new
round of $3.25 million was funded by Constellation Ventures, a Bear Stearns
Asset Management Venture Capital Fund. This was Broadband National's first
institutional financing that was supported by the individual investors from
its Series A and B rounds.
The company plans to use the proceeds of the new funding to expand its
business offerings to include managed services, VoIP, and an enterprise
telecom inventory system; to expand consumer offerings such as video, voice,
Internet security and content; to expand sales channel growth; and to enhance
its customer experience by further development of its underlying technology
and user interface.
Broadband National's proprietary Integrated Broadband Information System
("IBIS") aggregates more than 50 broadband and VoIP service providers into one
platform. Companies such as AT&T, Comcast, Covad, Qwest, Sprint, Time Warner
and Verizon have integrated with the IBIS system, enabling customers to
compare pricing, features, and broadband speeds. A customer can purchase
these services on the IBIS system through its online ordering forms, which are
immediately transmitted to the carriers via XML technology, initiating the
service provisioning process.
Broadband National leases the IBIS system to companies that are looking to
monetize their customer base by selling incremental products and services.
More than 1000 companies privately brand the IBIS system for online sales,
call center application, and retail kiosks.
In conjunction with this funding, Tom Wasserman of Constellation Ventures
will serve on the company's board of directors. Additional Board seats will
be filled by Pat Welsh (Welsh Carson Anderson and Stowe), Ray Oglethorpe
(former president, AOL), Charlie Dill (Two Rivers Associates), and Michael
Leitner (Tennenbaum Capital Partners).
"Constellation evaluated several companies in this space and found that
Broadband National has both a back engine that is robust and scalable, and
incredible online marketing capabilities based on proprietary software,
technology, and processes," said Tom Wasserman of Constellation Ventures.
"Broadband National is an online leader that has simplified the buying process
in the fragmented broadband and voice access business. We see incredible
growth opportunity in this vertical for both the consumers and businesses they
support."
"Constellation is a terrific strategic fit for Broadband National," said
Vinny Olmstead, President of Broadband National. "Their focus and experience
in the media and communication vertical will be invaluable to our company.
Tom's industry experience and accomplishments are welcome enhancements of
leadership for the business, and will assist with execution of our business
plan."
About Constellation Ventures
Constellation Ventures, a Bear Stearns Asset Management Venture Capital
Fund, manages $450 million in venture capital through offices in New York and
Tokyo. The fund invests in early- to mid-stage companies that enable the
distribution, management and control of information over emerging digital
networks. Constellation Ventures provides its portfolio companies strategic
value-added services by leveraging its Limited Partners that include Bear
Stearns, Sony, Viacom, Young & Rubicam, Tribune, Dai Nippon Printing, NTT
Data, Acxiom, Toyota and Singapore Technologies. For more information, please
visit http://www.constellationventures.com .
About Broadband National
Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping website for
broadband related services and products. Residential and business customers
can use Broadband National's IBIS (Integrated Broadband Information System)
technology to compare services from more than 50 local, regional and national
service providers. Companies such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Dlink, Time
Warner, and Verizon are offered at http://www.broadbandnational.com .
Broadband National utilizes their online marketing capabilities to attract
customers and ultimately complete sales for their marketing customers.
The private company was formed in 2003 as a solution to a fragmented and
confusing broadband market place. Millions have used the website to compare
services, with more than 300,000 consumers and businesses having purchased
broadband, VoIP, and similar broadband related products and services.
The robust IBIS system is also utilized by several companies including
selected "Big Box" stores such as Office Depot and more than 1,000 others
companies that lease the technology to offer broadband products and services
on their websites and in retail stores.
For Broadband National press or investor relations inquiries, please
contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or visit
http://www.broadbandnational.com .
VERO BEACH, Fla., Jan. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadband National, the leading
online marketing company that promotes broadband related products and
services, is announcing completion of its Series C funding round. The new
round of $3.25 million was funded by Constellation Ventures, a Bear Stearns
Asset Management Venture Capital Fund. This was Broadband National's first
institutional financing that was supported by the individual investors from
its Series A and B rounds.
The company plans to use the proceeds of the new funding to expand its
business offerings to include managed services, VoIP, and an enterprise
telecom inventory system; to expand consumer offerings such as video, voice,
Internet security and content; to expand sales channel growth; and to enhance
its customer experience by further development of its underlying technology
and user interface.
Broadband National's proprietary Integrated Broadband Information System
("IBIS") aggregates more than 50 broadband and VoIP service providers into one
platform. Companies such as AT&T, Comcast, Covad, Qwest, Sprint, Time Warner
and Verizon have integrated with the IBIS system, enabling customers to
compare pricing, features, and broadband speeds. A customer can purchase
these services on the IBIS system through its online ordering forms, which are
immediately transmitted to the carriers via XML technology, initiating the
service provisioning process.
Broadband National leases the IBIS system to companies that are looking to
monetize their customer base by selling incremental products and services.
More than 1000 companies privately brand the IBIS system for online sales,
call center application, and retail kiosks.
In conjunction with this funding, Tom Wasserman of Constellation Ventures
will serve on the company's board of directors. Additional Board seats will
be filled by Pat Welsh (Welsh Carson Anderson and Stowe), Ray Oglethorpe
(former president, AOL), Charlie Dill (Two Rivers Associates), and Michael
Leitner (Tennenbaum Capital Partners).
"Constellation evaluated several companies in this space and found that
Broadband National has both a back engine that is robust and scalable, and
incredible online marketing capabilities based on proprietary software,
technology, and processes," said Tom Wasserman of Constellation Ventures.
"Broadband National is an online leader that has simplified the buying process
in the fragmented broadband and voice access business. We see incredible
growth opportunity in this vertical for both the consumers and businesses they
support."
"Constellation is a terrific strategic fit for Broadband National," said
Vinny Olmstead, President of Broadband National. "Their focus and experience
in the media and communication vertical will be invaluable to our company.
Tom's industry experience and accomplishments are welcome enhancements of
leadership for the business, and will assist with execution of our business
plan."
About Constellation Ventures
Constellation Ventures, a Bear Stearns Asset Management Venture Capital
Fund, manages $450 million in venture capital through offices in New York and
Tokyo. The fund invests in early- to mid-stage companies that enable the
distribution, management and control of information over emerging digital
networks. Constellation Ventures provides its portfolio companies strategic
value-added services by leveraging its Limited Partners that include Bear
Stearns, Sony, Viacom, Young & Rubicam, Tribune, Dai Nippon Printing, NTT
Data, Acxiom, Toyota and Singapore Technologies. For more information, please
visit http://www.constellationventures.com .
About Broadband National
Broadband National is the leading comparative shopping website for
broadband related services and products. Residential and business customers
can use Broadband National's IBIS (Integrated Broadband Information System)
technology to compare services from more than 50 local, regional and national
service providers. Companies such as Comcast, AT&T, Sprint, Qwest, Dlink, Time
Warner, and Verizon are offered at http://www.broadbandnational.com .
Broadband National utilizes their online marketing capabilities to attract
customers and ultimately complete sales for their marketing customers.
The private company was formed in 2003 as a solution to a fragmented and
confusing broadband market place. Millions have used the website to compare
services, with more than 300,000 consumers and businesses having purchased
broadband, VoIP, and similar broadband related products and services.
The robust IBIS system is also utilized by several companies including
selected "Big Box" stores such as Office Depot and more than 1,000 others
companies that lease the technology to offer broadband products and services
on their websites and in retail stores.
For Broadband National press or investor relations inquiries, please
contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or visit
http://www.broadbandnational.com .
Tuesday, January 31, 2006
Broadband National Names Mickey Smith As VP Of Operations
Seasoned Telecom Executive Joins Fast Growing Customer Acquisition Company
Vero Beach, FL—Broadband National today announced the appointment of Mickey Smith as Vice President Of Operations. Smith will be responsible for Broadband National’s call centers, customer service, and all product distribution.
Mr. Smith comes to Broadband National with 20 plus years of successful management experience in competitive, customer-driven environments. Smith’s successes include ownership of two start-up customer service companies, Advance Reservations and Victoria Vacations, which became the largest of their type in the country. He has been the COO of the successful start up Indian Call Center, Inox Global Solutions, and the CEO of two Prepaid Calling Card companies. Mr. Smith’s expertise in developing systems and controls that deliver the highest levels of customer service will benefit Broadband National’s goal of becoming the premier online marketing company for Broadband services and products
“Mickey’s vast experience in call center development and management in customer driven environments makes him the perfect candidate to oversee this important part of our business,” states Vinny Olmstead, President of Broadband National. “He also has the ability to develop systems and controls to deliver a high level of customer satisfaction that also optimizes employee talents and productivity.”
Broadband National with offices in Vero Beach and Orlando Florida is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband and VoIP services to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National’s proprietary software - the Integrated Broadband Information System
(“IBIS 3.0”) - allows customers objective carrier comparisons including service offers, product offers, and guaranteed lowest pricing. A partnership with more than 50 companies such as AT&T, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, Covad, and Verizon ensures a comprehensive customer solution. Broadband National also licenses the IBIS 3.0 system to more than 1,500 companies such as retailers, VoIP suppliers, online marketers, and integrators allowing the same robust experience, while monetizing their customer base.
Broadband National’s IBIS platform is the leading consumer and commercial broadband aggregation platform. For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit www.broadbandnational.com. For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email markb@broadbandnational.com
Vero Beach, FL—Broadband National today announced the appointment of Mickey Smith as Vice President Of Operations. Smith will be responsible for Broadband National’s call centers, customer service, and all product distribution.
Mr. Smith comes to Broadband National with 20 plus years of successful management experience in competitive, customer-driven environments. Smith’s successes include ownership of two start-up customer service companies, Advance Reservations and Victoria Vacations, which became the largest of their type in the country. He has been the COO of the successful start up Indian Call Center, Inox Global Solutions, and the CEO of two Prepaid Calling Card companies. Mr. Smith’s expertise in developing systems and controls that deliver the highest levels of customer service will benefit Broadband National’s goal of becoming the premier online marketing company for Broadband services and products
“Mickey’s vast experience in call center development and management in customer driven environments makes him the perfect candidate to oversee this important part of our business,” states Vinny Olmstead, President of Broadband National. “He also has the ability to develop systems and controls to deliver a high level of customer satisfaction that also optimizes employee talents and productivity.”
Broadband National with offices in Vero Beach and Orlando Florida is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband and VoIP services to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National’s proprietary software - the Integrated Broadband Information System
(“IBIS 3.0”) - allows customers objective carrier comparisons including service offers, product offers, and guaranteed lowest pricing. A partnership with more than 50 companies such as AT&T, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, Covad, and Verizon ensures a comprehensive customer solution. Broadband National also licenses the IBIS 3.0 system to more than 1,500 companies such as retailers, VoIP suppliers, online marketers, and integrators allowing the same robust experience, while monetizing their customer base.
Broadband National’s IBIS platform is the leading consumer and commercial broadband aggregation platform. For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit www.broadbandnational.com. For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email markb@broadbandnational.com
Thursday, January 26, 2006
Ex America Online Executive Joins Broadband National
Dan Zicari Joins Broadband National As Vice President Of Finance
Vero Beach, FL—Broadband National today announced the appointment of Dan Zicari as Vice President Of Finance. Zicari is responsible for all of Broadband Nationals financial, and managerial accounting functions. This includes development and implementation of accounting controls and procedures, operational and capital budgeting, and departmental accountability. In addition, he is responsible for all human resource policy and banking relationships.
Prior to joining Broadband National, Zicari served as Director of Accounting for America Online’s Member Services, the companies largest division. It was here that he developed accounting policy that spanned call centers throughout the country and worked closely with Human Resources to develop career migration plans for thousands of employees. Prior to AOL Zicari was Controller at Redgate Communications Corporation, AOL’s first acquisition. Zicari earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from Stetson University in 1984. He attained his CPA certification in Florida in 1988.
“Broadband National is a dynamic and fast growing company and coming from AOL Dan understands the types of challenges that we’ll encounter moving forward. His experience in both finance and human resources makes him an ideal addition to our management team,” states Vinny Olmstead, President of Broadband National.
Broadband National with offices in Vero Beach and Orlando Florida is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband and VoIP services to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National’s proprietary software - the Integrated Broadband Information System (“IBIS 3.0”) - allows customers objective carrier comparisons including service offers, product offers, and guaranteed lowest pricing. A partnership with more than 50 companies such as AT&T, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, Covad, and Verizon ensures a comprehensive customer solution. Broadband National also licenses the IBIS 3.0 system to more than 1,500 companies such as retailers, VoIP suppliers, online marketers, and integrators allowing the same robust experience, while monetizing their customer base.
Broadband National’s IBIS platform is the leading consumer and commercial broadband aggregation platform. For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit www.broadbandnational.com. For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email markb@broadbandnational.com
Vero Beach, FL—Broadband National today announced the appointment of Dan Zicari as Vice President Of Finance. Zicari is responsible for all of Broadband Nationals financial, and managerial accounting functions. This includes development and implementation of accounting controls and procedures, operational and capital budgeting, and departmental accountability. In addition, he is responsible for all human resource policy and banking relationships.
Prior to joining Broadband National, Zicari served as Director of Accounting for America Online’s Member Services, the companies largest division. It was here that he developed accounting policy that spanned call centers throughout the country and worked closely with Human Resources to develop career migration plans for thousands of employees. Prior to AOL Zicari was Controller at Redgate Communications Corporation, AOL’s first acquisition. Zicari earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from Stetson University in 1984. He attained his CPA certification in Florida in 1988.
“Broadband National is a dynamic and fast growing company and coming from AOL Dan understands the types of challenges that we’ll encounter moving forward. His experience in both finance and human resources makes him an ideal addition to our management team,” states Vinny Olmstead, President of Broadband National.
Broadband National with offices in Vero Beach and Orlando Florida is the leading comparative shopping service for broadband and VoIP services to consumers and businesses nationwide. Broadband National’s proprietary software - the Integrated Broadband Information System (“IBIS 3.0”) - allows customers objective carrier comparisons including service offers, product offers, and guaranteed lowest pricing. A partnership with more than 50 companies such as AT&T, Qwest, Time Warner, Comcast, Covad, and Verizon ensures a comprehensive customer solution. Broadband National also licenses the IBIS 3.0 system to more than 1,500 companies such as retailers, VoIP suppliers, online marketers, and integrators allowing the same robust experience, while monetizing their customer base.
Broadband National’s IBIS platform is the leading consumer and commercial broadband aggregation platform. For more information on platform use, business development and strategic partnerships, please visit www.broadbandnational.com. For Broadband National press or investor relation’s inquiries, please contact Mark Ballard at 772-539-0618 or email markb@broadbandnational.com
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