On Command Corporation Names Chris Sophinos Chief Executive Officer And Gary S. Howard as Chairman of the Board of Directors
DENVER, / On Command Corporation ONCO, a leading provider of in-room interactive entertainment, Internet services, business information and guest services for the lodging industry, announced today that Chris Sophinos has assumed the role of chief executive officer in addition to his position as president, which he has held since April 2001. The company also announced that Gary S.
Mr. Howard has been a member of On Command's board since April 2000 and is also executive vice president, chief operating office and a member of the board of directors of Liberty Media Corporation. He is also the chairman of the board of Liberty Satellite & Technology and a member of the boards of Liberty Digital, Inc. and Liberty Livewire Corporation.
Mr. Fitzgerald is a senior vice president of Liberty Media Corporation and the chairman of the board of Liberty Livewire Corporation. He has held numerous senior executive positions in recent years with AT&T Broadband, Tele-Communications, Inc. and Daniels & Associates.
"We are fortunate to have someone with Gary Howard's credentials and experience directing On Command," said Chris Sophinos, president and chief executive officer of On Command. "His knowledge of the company and the video distribution industry will be assets to the company. In addition, we are pleased to have Carl Vogel remain on the board of directors. He has provided excellent leadership during his tenure as Chairman and we look forward to his continued involvement. Furthermore, Bill Fitzgerald's experience and expertise in the video services business should also contribute to our efforts."
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