Cortina Names Exec

SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- Cortina Systems, Inc (Cortina), one of the fastest-growing suppliers of intelligent communications solutions for network equipment manufacturers, today named James Mao the new general manager of the Asia Pacific region. Mr. Mao has worked in global telecommunication and networking companies for more than 17 years. Prior to joining Cortina, Mr. Mao held executive and general manager positions in both public and start up companies, such as UTStarcom, Turin Networks, Pegasus, and Nortel.

"We are extremely pleased to bring on board another key executive chartered to expand Cortina’s global footprint. James’ significant knowledge of network infrastructure and key understanding of the growing Asia Pacific telecommunication industry will be a tremendous addition in our ability to serve our customers,” said Amir Nayyerhabibi, CEO & president of Cortina Systems, Inc. "Mr. Mao will use his unique background to help shape the long term strategic direction of Cortina in the Asia Pacific region.”

"I am excited to join an industry-leading company that is driven to succeed and has tremendous opportunity ahead of it," said Mr. Mao. "Having spent numerous years working with large, global companies as well as in more entrepreneurial settings, I look forward to bringing my experience and skills to a company that combines both, while at the same time working with a world-class team of individuals whose innovative technology and products are changing the way the world communicates."

Cortina Systems Inc.