NASHVILLE, TN- (Sept 1, 2006) - Private networking provider Cybera Inc. has named Cathie Hernandez vice president of customer service. Hernandez brings more than 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry to her new role.
“Cybera has a strong reputation for delivering proactive customer care and responding immediately to any network related issue or question,” said Cliff Duffey, Cybera’s chairman, chief executive officer and president. “Cathie’s expertise enhances our reputation for excellent customer service and makes our executive management team even stronger.”

Hernandez was most recently director of operations and customer care at VeriSign Inc. Her career includes more than 13 years with MCI, where she last served as director of strategic ventures and alliances. Her experience also includes positions with Allnet Communications and Honeywell Inc. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater.

About Cybera (www.cybera.net)
Founded in February 2001 and based in Nashville, Tenn., Cybera Inc. delivers high-speed, private networking solutions for business needs. By integrating leading edge technology components, Cybera is able to provide the best coverage and maximum bandwidth for all of a client's unique business requirements by combining ADSL, SDSL, T1, Frame Relay and Ethernet connectivity into a customized, private network that never travels the public Internet. This unique network infrastructure allows Cybera to offer the highest guarantees on security, reliability and performance in the industry. Earlier this year, Cybera announced $12 million in new venture capital to finance its growth plans.

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