Rogers Names Nadir Mohamed As Chief Executive Officer

Canadian telco, Rogers Communications has announced the appointment of Nadir Mohamed, as President and Chief Executive Officer. Nadir's appointment, which is effective immediately, follows the passing of company founder, President and Chief Executive Officer Ted Rogers.

Nadir, a communications industry veteran with more than 25 years of experience, has served since May 2005 as President and Chief Operating Officer of the Communications Division of Rogers, which encompasses the company's wireless and cable communications businesses. Nadir is also a member of Rogers' Board of Directors.

"Nadir was the unanimous choice of our Board of Directors to succeed Ted as RCI's President and CEO," said Alan Horn, Chairman of the Board. "He is a highly regarded, principled telecom executive who has the demonstrated ability to build and lead strong teams and to consistently deliver strong results." "Over the past eight years Nadir has earned the respect of our Board, our employees and the investment community. The Board believes Nadir's skills, experience, track record and firm understanding of the industry uniquely position him to lead Rogers through the next chapter in its history. We all congratulate Nadir and look forward to working with him in his expanded leadership role."

Before becoming President and Chief Operating Officer of Rogers' Communications Division, Nadir served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Rogers Wireless.

"To succeed a visionary business titan like Ted Rogers and to lead a company that has an asset mix as unique and powerful as Rogers' is a rare and exciting opportunity," said Nadir Mohamed, President and Chief Executive Officer, Rogers Communications. "We have the brand, the technology platforms, the financial strength, and tremendously talented employees to continue this company's success well into the future."

"Looking forward, we will build upon this solid foundation by driving continuous improvements to our customer experience, by improving the efficiency of our operations through cost and capital management, and by delivering innovations and deploying leading edge technologies to meet the changing needs of our customers," said Mohamed. "With our strategy and asset base both firmly set, I look forward to working together with our Board, management and employees in leading Rogers through its next era and continuing to create significant value for our customers and shareholders."

Posted to the site on 31st March 2009