HTC Announces Mike Woodward as President of North America

BELLEVUE, Wash., July 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today announced that Mike Woodward has joined as the new president of North America, effective immediately. The role, which is responsible for HTC's sales, marketing and operations for the United States and Canada, reports to Jason Mackenzie, the president of global sales and marketing at HTC.

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"With solid business acumen and expertise in product planning, marketing, sales and business development, Mike brings strong leadership and vision to our North America business," said Mackenzie. "I welcome Mike to HTC, one of the leading smartphone brands in the U.S. and Canada." 

Woodward said, "I have been fortunate to witness first-hand HTC's leadership in mobile innovation, design and consumer experiences, and am proud to be joining a team known for putting consumers at the center of everything they do. During my career in the rapidly evolving mobile industry, I've participated in some of the most significant phone launches across the globe, and I'm glad to combine that experience with the talents and culture of HTC."

Before joining HTC, Woodward held a succession of positions with AT&T, formerly Cingular and AT&T Wireless, concluding with vice president, consumer wireless device and accessory portfolio. Woodward has also held positions at PacketVideo and Motorola and as an intelligence officer for the U.S. Navy. Woodward has a bachelor of science in business administration from the University of Arizona, an MBA from Chapman University's George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics, and completed an executive strategic marketing management program at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. Woodward is based in HTC's North American headquarters in Bellevue, Wash.

About HTC
Founded in 1997, HTC Corporation (HTC) is the creator of many award-winning mobile devices and industry firsts. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC pushes the boundaries of design and technology to create innovative and personal experiences for consumers around the globe. HTC's portfolio includes smartphones and tablets powered by HTC Sense®, a multilayered graphical user interface that vastly improves user experience. HTC is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE: 2498). For more information, please visit www.htc.com.

SOURCE HTC Corporation

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