To: PCSS who wrote (68051 ) 9/29/1999 2:26:00 PM From: Elwood P. Dowd Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 97611
Michael.... Yes, looks like they got a good one here! El Compaq Names Yvonne R. Jackson Senior Vice President, Human Resources HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 29, 1999--Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE:CPQ - news) today named Yvonne R. Jackson to the position of Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Organization, and Environment. Jackson brings more than 25 years experience as a human resources professional and an extensive background in customer-focused businesses. ''Compaq's single most important resource is its people, and Yvonne Jackson's proven expertise in developing people and her understanding of the importance of close relationships with our customers will be key to driving the company forward to renewed levels of growth,'' said Michael D. Capellas, President and Chief Executive Officer. ''We look to Yvonne to be an integral member of the senior management team.'' Jackson joins Compaq from a position as Senior Vice President of Worldwide Human Resources for Burger King Corporation where she headed worldwide human resources for a multi-billion dollar company with more than 25,000 employees. ''Compaq has become a truly great company and technology leader through the dedication and hard work of its people. I'm very excited to be part of its future and have the opportunity to work with Michael Capellas, the other senior executives, and the entire Compaq team,'' said Jackson. Company Background Compaq Computer Corporation, a Fortune Global 100 company, is the second-largest computer company in the world and the largest global supplier of computer systems. Compaq develops and markets hardware, software, solutions, and services, including industry-leading enterprise computing solutions, fault-tolerant business-critical solutions, enterprise and network storage solutions, commercial desktop and portable products and consumer PCs. The Company is an industry leader in environmentally friendly programs and business practices. Compaq products are sold and supported in more than 100 countries through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Customer support and information about Compaq and its products are available at compaq.com . Compaq, Registered U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Contact: Compaq Computer Corporation Alan E. Hodel, 281/518-8932 alan.hodel@compaq.com