Axerra Networks of Boston, Massachusetts and Herzliya, has appointed Shlomo Dovrat as chairman of its board of directors.
Axerra describes itself as “The Pseudo-Wire Company”. It provides circuit emulation and service emulation solutions over packet access networks,
Dovrat is general partner and founder of Carmel Ventures, and chairman of telecommunications equipment company ECI Telecom (Nasdaq: ECIL).
“As a veteran high tech executive, Shlomo has earned an excellent reputation both within our industry and within the investment community,” said Axerra Networks CEO Gadi Tamari. “Shlomo is a visionary for global telecommunications and his business leadership will be valuable, especially now as we continue to expand our operations around the world."
“Axerra Networks is in an exciting leadership position with significant market traction,” said Dovrat. “Axerra has done an excellent job defining the Pseudo-Wire market and delivering total solutions to operators and service providers worldwide based on cost-effective packet technology. Demand for Pseudo-Wire solutions is growing and I look forward to serving as Axerra’s chairman and contributing to its continued success."
Among awards Axerra Networks has won recently are “commended” finalist in the GSM Association 2006 Awards for “best radio access product or service,” the 2006 Red Herring 100 Europe award, which recognizes the 100 top private companies playing a leading role in innovation and technology, recognition as one of Israel's top nine startups by Red Herring magazine in conjunction with the Israel Venture Association, and a place on FierceWiFi’s Fierce 15 list.
Published by Globes [online], Israel business news - www.globes.co.il - on June 20, 2006
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