Shiblie To Undertake New Global Efforts To Build Strategic Partnerships
COLUMBIA, Md. - June 5, 2000 - TECORE™, a leading supplier of software-defined, scalable switching solutions, has hired Shiblie O. Shiblie to fill the new post of vice president of business development. In this capacity, Shiblie will focus on establishing global strategic relationships as well as domestic and international marketing.

Shiblie comes to TECORE with over a decade of experience in the wireless industry and several years of director-level achievement. Previously, Shiblie was director of global marketing for Ericsson NetQual Inc in McLean, Va. His responsibilities included strategic direction of global marketing activities, strengthening brand recognition and building leading-edge, web-based marketing capabilities. Prior to this position, Shiblie was vice president of systems and products for LCC International Inc., the wireless telecommunication industry's leading provider of field measurement and analysis systems. He had full responsibility for product engineering, development and management, production operations, sales and marketing.

As a member of TECORE's executive team, Shiblie will be instrumental in supporting the company's growth and will define TECORE's role in the global communications market. "With his proven success record in developing business, as well as his superior managerial experience, strong customer focus and high motivation, Shiblie's appointment solidifies the company's commitment to effective partnering," said Jay Salkini, TECORE president and CEO. "Shiblie has a proven track record in the wireless industry and brings a wealth of experience to our corporate team."

Founded in 1991 and based in Columbia, Md., privately held TECORE is a leading supplier of software-defined, scalable switching systems for the converging wireless, wireline and IP networks. TECORE's AirCore switching platform offers compact footprint, comprehensive feature set and cost-effective scalable capacity from 100 to as many as 100,000 subscribers. TECORE is a leading supplier of GSM-1900 switching infrastructure in the small- to medium-size markets, working with operators in six states covering 2 million in POPS. For more information, please visit the company's web site at http://www.tecore.com.