Network Solutions Names Tim Kelly as Chief Executive Officer

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Mon Nov 2, 2009 9:00am EST

In Addition to Kelly Being Named CEO, Miles Reidy Becomes Chief Operating
Officer
HERNDON, Va.--(Business Wire)--
Network Solutions, the leading provider of online solutions for small
businesses, today announced that Tim Kelly, Network Solutions` President, will
succeed Roy Dunbar as Chief Executive Officer. Miles Reidy, currently the
company`s Chief Financial Officer, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer,
as well. Mr. Dunbar will continue with the company as Chairman. 

Mr. Kelly joined Network Solutions in April of 2009, from Sprint/Nextel where he
held a number of executive positions including President of Sprint`s Consumer
Division. In that role he had full operating responsibility of the company`s
largest business unit. He also served as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Since
joining Network Solutions, Kelly has been focused on expanding the product and
service offerings, leading the company`s strategic marketing efforts and
streamlining its operations. Mr. Reidy joined Network Solutions as CFO in May of
2009, from Sears Holdings Corporation where he was Executive Vice President and
CFO. Reidy`s responsibilities include the finance function and now company-wide
operations including Customer Service. 

"The board and I are pleased to appoint Tim and Miles to their respective new
roles as Network Solutions enters an accelerated phase of innovation and
growth," said Robert Callahan, Network Solutions` Lead Director. "We are
enthusiastic about the opportunities ahead and feel that with its strong
leadership team, Network Solutions is well-positioned to continue to serve its
growing client base." 

"The demand for online solutions for the small business market remains strong
and Network Solutions continues to be a leader in this space. The company is
very well positioned with a broad, high quality product portfolio and a large,
highly satisfied customer base. We have a number of important strategic
initiatives in process as we continue to expand our range of offerings and
further develop this market," said Tim Kelly. "I am excited about the
opportunities ahead and look forward to leading our team." 

"I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Roy Dunbar for the
significant contribution he has made," added Mr. Callahan. "He has brought
significant operational expertise to bear on key aspects of the company,
organizing and streamlining the business and building the infrastructure needed
for continued growth. We are proud of the culture that Roy has created and we
are pleased that he has agreed to remain as Chairman and trusted advisor to the
company. 

About Network Solutions, LLC:

Network Solutions is the leading enabler of small business success in the highly
competitive online space. By providing the tools and resources to start, grow
and manage businesses online, Network Solutions leverages 30 years of pioneering
experience to help companies thrive in an increasingly digital world. To ensure
our customers` success, we support them with outstanding customer service and
solutions that are simple, innovative and reliable. Additional information can
be found at www.about.networksolutions.com.

Network Solutions
Susan Wade, 703-668-5057
swade@networksolutions.com

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