14 Oct 2004 - LinxComm Brings Telecommunication Products To PowerLinx Hospitality Market
LinxComm Adds Additional Revenue Stream To PowerLinx
TIERRA VERDE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 14, 2004--PowerLinx, Inc. (OTCBB: PWLX - News), the leader in powerline communication products has launched a wholly owned subsidiary LinxComm, LLC. LinxComm, through agreements with various Local Exchange Carriers and Competitive Local Exchange Carriers, expects to build a portfolio of Telecommunications products that will meet the specific needs of our customers especially in the hospitality market where PowerLinx currently sells powerline internet connectivity products. LinxComm allows PowerLinx to provide a one-stop shopping service to hotel and multiple dwelling unit property by providing telecom, internal broadband connectivity, digital video-on-demand, and powerline security products and services.
LinxComm has completed affiliation agreements with XO Communication, ITC Deltacom and New Edge networks and expects to finalize agreements with the majority of the telecommunications providers by year-end which is expected to include cable, DSL, dedicated internet and satellite products. In addition, LinxComm will also be able to offer local services, long distance, and data services. The affiliates will be responsible for the equipment, installation and support.
LinxComm expects to generate revenues on a recurring basis from the 2-3 year telecommunication services contracts sold which earn a range of commissions from its affiliate agreements. The wholly owned subsidiary expects to increase staff over the next year by hiring a commission based sales force. LinxComm has hired, Mr. Timothy Horan as Vice-President of Sales & Marketing to lead this effort. Mr. Horan joins LinxComm with 18 years experience in network telecommunications. Mr. Horan's employment with companies like MCI and Global Crossing began in sales and included positions as Sales Engineer, National Technical/Sales Trainer, National Accounts Manager, Sales Manager and Director of International Training and Product Development. He has numerous Technical Certifications as well as advanced certifications in Sales and Management Training Theory.