Technology >> CEO Interviews >> April 4, 2011
Bill LaPerch is the President, CEO and a member of the board for AboveNet, Inc. A telecommunications industry veteran with more than 20 years experience, Mr. LaPerch is responsible for guiding AboveNet from Chapter 11 to a recognized leader in providing optical connectivity solutions for businesses. Under Mr. LaPerch's leadership, AboveNet has transformed itself into a leading provider of high-bandwidth private solutions for Fortune 1000 companies in the U.S. and London. This effort included a sale of nonstrategic assets and focused investments in customer-related network opportunities. Prior to joining AboveNet, Mr. LaPerch served as Vice President of Network Services for MCI, where he managed the local, long distance, data and Internet networks. Previously, Mr. LaPerch held executive positions at NYNEX Corporation. Mr. LaPerch earned a B.S. in engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point and an MBA from Columbia University. Profile
TWST: Please give us an overview of AboveNet's products and services.
Mr. LaPerch: AboveNet (ABVT) provides high-bandwidth connectivity solutions to enterprises and carriers. Our private optical
