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Tech veteran joins Netkey to drive sales growth

September 30, 2004

BRANFORD, Conn. -- Pete Steiner has been appointed vice president of sales at Netkey Inc., provider of management software for self-service kiosks, digital signs and other remote devices.

Steiner is responsible for direct and indirect sales and expansion of Netkey solutions and services within existing and new markets, according to a news release.

"Pete's proven track record in successfully leading the sales efforts of several of the country's fastest-growing technology companies makes him the clear choice for Netkey," said V. Miller Newton, CEO of Netkey, in the release.

"We believe he brings the relevant experience, strategic thinking and customer focus that will help Netkey reach the next level as an internationally recognized leader for management software solutions for kiosks and self-service."

Steiner brings more than 20 years of sales, marketing and business development experience to Netkey. He was previously vice president of sales at mGen Inc., a provider of training and learning software solutions. Prior to joining mGen, Steiner was senior vice president of sales at Monster.com, a provider of online recruiting services.

Steiner built and led Monster's sales organization and strategy, where, over a three-year period, revenue grew from $300,000 to $40 million annually and the sales force expanded from two to 73 professionals.

"This is an exciting time to join Netkey," said Steiner. "This company has a growing roster of blue-chip companies and is poised for excellence. My primary objectives will be to continue to grow the market by helping businesses increase sales and reduce costs through the use of the Netkey software platform."

In addition to his position at Monster, Steiner served as senior vice president of sales at Dice, Inc., an online recruiting service for technology professionals, and was also executive vice president of Lavastorm Technologies, a provider of revenue assurance software to the telecommunications industry.

Steiner has also held various sales and marketing roles with companies including Engage and Hewlett Packard.