Technology >> CEO Interviews >> September 8, 2004

Robert Laikin – Brightpoint Inc (cell)

ROBERT J. LAIKIN, Founder of BrightPoint, Inc., has been a Director of the company since its inception in August 1989. Mr. Laikin has been Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of the company since January 1994. Mr. Laikin was President of the company from June 1992 until September 1996 and Vice President and Treasurer of the company from August 1989 until May 1992. From July 1986 to December 1987, Mr. Laikin was Vice President and, from January 1988 to February 1993, President of Century Cellular Network, Inc., a company engaged in the retail sale of cellular telephones and accessories. Profile
TWST: Would you begin with an overview of Brightpoint's operations and

talk about the different segments of your business?

Mr. Laikin: Brightpoint is a global leader in wireless