Mike Zafirovski Business Quotations

This appointment marks my commitment to maintaining Nortel's technology and innovation leadership. George's extensive knowledge of telecom and technology combined with his business acumen, strategic orientation and M&A experience will complement our strong leadership team and position the company for a successful future as we simplify our business, develop next-generation products and solutions, and focus on long-term, profitable growth.

We have an unwavering commitment to be among the top companies in the world in corporate governance and business and financial controls.

We have identified services as one of the key strategic areas to drive our business momentum and growth. We are expanding what is already a robust collection of services offerings.

Unfortunately, this was a necessary next step for us to achieve renewal and stay competitive in today's dramatic business environment, particularly given the current slowdown in the economy.

With his experience at GE, AT&T, The Home Depot and Motorola, Dennis brings to Nortel an impeccable business pedigree. As I continue to strengthen the Company's leadership team, it's critical that we have individuals with global business experience working for world-class companies. Dennis will play a key role in driving the cultural and business transformation at Nortel that will be essential to the Company's future success.

I have found a deep sense of commitment and pride from the Nortel employees and I am excited by the energy generated for our business transformation, integrity renewal and growth activities. I also want to thank our employees and leadership team who have continued to execute with a passionate customer focus in the face of many challenges over the last several years.

As I continue to strengthen the company's leadership team, it's critical that we have individuals with global business experience working for world-class companies. Dennis will play a key role in driving the cultural and business transformation at Nortel that will be essential to the company's future success.

I am pleased that my full focus can now be applied to accelerating Nortel's business momentum.