AdvanTel Networks Appoints Dan Ferguson as President and CEO


SAN JOSE, CA--(Marketwire - Sep 4, 2012) - AdvanTel Networks, a leading communications integrator, announced today the appointment of Dan Ferguson as President and Chief Executive Officer. Effective immediately, Mr. Ferguson will assume the role, previously held by Roger W. McGibbon. Prior to this appointment, Mr. Ferguson held the positions of Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Sales for AdvanTel Networks.

"Dan has a deep understanding of our business and our industry. He has contributed to the success here at AdvanTel Networks with his years of hard work and loyalty," said Mr. McGibbon. "As our company continues to focus on delivering excellent service and compelling collaboration and communications solutions to our customers, Dan's experience in managing the different aspects of our business will be a significant asset in advancing our strategy." Mr. McGibbon will remain as Chairman of the Board of Directors. 

"AdvanTel Networks will continue on its path of transforming itself into a premier converged voice and data solutions provider," said Ferguson. "I am very excited Mr. McGibbon has handed me the stewardship of maintaining the core values of the company he founded in 1984."

Ferguson brings over 25 years of sales, finance and overall industry experience to his new role at AdvanTel Networks. Ferguson joined AdvanTel Networks as their first bookkeeper during an internship in 1986. He has remained at AdvanTel Networks since graduating in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce, Finance from Santa Clara University.

About AdvanTel Networks
AdvanTel Networks is a premier technology solutions provider; designing, implementing and maintaining powerful converged communication networks for customers worldwide. From its regional offices across the U.S., AdvanTel Networks has built a reputation as a customer service oriented company since 1984 for SMB to Fortune 100 enterprises. As an Avaya Platinum Service Expert Partner and Juniper Elite Partner, the company's expert engineers are prepared to help your organization move to the next level with solutions for Security, LAN/Wireless/WAN, VoIP & Traditional voice solutions, Contact Centers, as well as consultation, project management, professional services and managed services.

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