Metaswitch Networks Continues to Invest in Global Expansion

Appoints Richard Dorey as VP of sales for EMEA; boosts resources for global product development

 

LONDON, UK, February 10, 2011 — Metaswitch Networks, a leading provider of carrier systems and communications software solutions, today announced a considerable scaling up of its global sales and support. Responding to local operator demand and market opportunities, Metaswitch is rapidly growing its EMEA sales and international development teams. Seasoned telecom professional Richard Dorey has been appointed as the company’s new vice president of sales for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

"With over 600 network operator customers worldwide and clear leadership in applications and IP networks, we intend to strengthen that market position and our revenue growth in EMEA," said Mike Ward, senior vice president of sales at Metaswitch Networks. "The burgeoning international development team, plus the addition of Richard Dorey, reinforces our intent to further our presence across the region."

Richard Dorey joins Metaswitch with 20 years successful experience fulfilling senior sales roles within the global telecommunications industry. His most recent role was VP Sales for Western Europe at GENBAND.

Visit Metaswitch at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona next week on the MWC Avenue (Suites AV69 and AV100) to explore wireless carrier solutions.

About Metaswitch Networks

Metaswitch Networks is a leading provider of the technologies and solutions that are powering the migration of communications networks to open, next-generation architectures. Hundreds of network operators worldwide depend on its reliable, scalable carrier systems solutions, while its high performance, fault-tolerant software technologies are licensed by all the world's leading communications equipment manufacturers. For more information, please visit www.metaswitch.com.