Former CTO of Merrill Lynch Joins Atinav's Advisory Board; Technology and financial services veteran brings expertise to Internet communications and collaboration software company

Business Wire, Dec 5, 2000

Business & High Tech Editors

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--December 5, 2000

Atinav Inc. (www.atinav.com), a provider of Internet communications and collaboration software, today announced the appointment of Howard Sorgen to its newly created Advisory Board.

Sorgen is the former senior vice president and chief technology officer of the U.S. Private Client Group for Merrill Lynch, and brings more than 40 years of experience in technology and financial services to Atinav's board. Prior to his tenure at Merrill Lynch, Sorgen was executive vice president for Manufacturers Hanover Corporation, where he managed the company's global operations and information technology. In addition, Sorgen was president and chief operating officer of a $100-million-dollar NYSE technology company.

Sorgen has chaired numerous committees and organizations within the financial services sector and is a frequent speaker at various information services forums. He has served on the advisory councils of several leading technology companies such as Microsoft Corporation and Sun Microsystems. In addition, Sorgen serves on the advisory board of Merrill Lynch's broad-based opportunity investment fund.

"In my many years of experience, I have had the good fortune to see the technology market grow from infancy," says Sorgen. "Atinav has what it takes to be a major player in the emerging Internet communications and collaboration marketplace. The company's dedicated management team, unparalleled technology, and innovative business strategy will position Atinav as an early leader. I am delighted to have the opportunity to be a part of it right from the start."

"Atinav is experiencing an exciting period of rapid growth, and Howard's deep knowledge and experience will play a critical role in our company's development and growth," says James Jose, chief executive officer, Atinav. "We are pleased to have him on our advisory board and we look forward to his counsel in the years ahead."

About Atinav Inc.

Atinav Inc. (www.atinav.com) is a provider of universal Internet communications and collaboration software for the digital economy. In order to meet the demand for perpetual connectivity to and communications via the Internet, the company developed a suite of products branded AVENUE - services that put the customer at the intersection of the Internet and communications. Atinav currently markets three Java-based Internet communications and collaboration software products: aveAccess, aveComm, and aveConnect. Additionally, the company integrates all leading protocols and standards into its software, including Bluetooth, Jini and UPnP. Atinav is based in New York City and has offices in Manassas, Virginia and India. More information can be found at www.atinav.com.