Syniverse Executive Named to Open Mobile Alliance Board

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Thu Nov 12, 2009 11:08am EST

TAMPA, Fla.--(Business Wire)--
Expanding its leadership position in the global mobile industry, Syniverse
Technologies (NYSE:SVR) announced today that Jerry Easom, Vice President of
Industry Affairs, has been elected to the Open Mobile Alliance (OMA) Board of
Directors by the voting members of the OMA. 

"Syniverse is dedicated to contributing positively to the development of global
technologies and policies that benefit our industry, and organizations like the
OMA truly play a vital role in shaping its future growth," Easom said. "It`s an
honor to join this prestigious group of wireless leaders from the world's
leading mobile communications companies." 

Easom`s board selection expands on Syniverse`s ongoing relationship with the
OMA. The company has been a member in the vendor category for the past five
years. 

In addition to this most recent appointment, Easom also has served on the boards
of a number of other associations, including CompTel/ASCENT Alliance, the
Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association, CTIA-The Wireless Association,
Mobile Marketing Association, RCA, ATIS, SMS Forum and mTLD Top Level Domain. 

Fred Harrison, OMA Chairman of the Board, said he expects Easom to be a valuable
addition to the Board. 

"I am pleased to welcome Jerry to the OMA Board," Harrison said. "His background
and leadership across many board and industry associations makes him a valued
addition to our leadership team, as the OMA facilitates the adoption of
interoperable data services across countries, networks and an expanding set of
wireless devices." 

About Syniverse

Syniverse Technologies (NYSE:SVR) provides mobile technology for the global
telecommunications industry, making it possible for disparate data, messaging
and voice technologies to interoperate anywhere, any time. Serving more than 800
communications companies in over 160 countries, Syniverse offers market-leading
solutions that simplify the complexities of roaming, messaging, network
interoperability and business intelligence for mobile operators, MSOs,
enterprise verticals and emerging mobile providers. For more information, visit
www.syniverse.com. 

About the Open Mobile Alliance

The Open Mobile Alliance (OMA) delivers open specifications for creating
interoperable services that work across countries, different networks, fixed and
mobile terminals. Driven by users` needs and the expanding market for data
services, the member companies of the Open Mobile Alliance stimulate the
adoption of new and enhanced information, communication and entertainment
services. The Open Mobile Alliance includes contributors from all key elements
of the wireless value chain, and contributes to the timely and efficient
introduction of services and applications.

Syniverse
Corporate Communications
Diane Rose, +1 813-637-5077
diane.rose@syniverse.com

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