19 Quotes by Mike Zafirovski

Unfortunately, this was a necessary next step for us to achieve renewal and stay competitive in today's dramatic business environment, particularly given the current slowdown in the economy.

Today's agreement in principle is an important milestone for Nortel. We continue to work vigorously on the implementation of our remediation plan and addressing our outstanding regulatory matters. In addition, we continue to improve our governance provisions and financials systems and controls. These are critically important for the company. We remain fully committed to rebuilding value for the benefit of all stakeholders.

This revenue is real - it was recognized in the wrong periods.

With his experience at GE, AT&T, The Home Depot and Motorola, Dennis brings to Nortel an impeccable business pedigree. As I continue to strengthen the Company's leadership team, it's critical that we have individuals with global business experience working for world-class companies. Dennis will play a key role in driving the cultural and business transformation at Nortel that will be essential to the Company's future success.

As I continue to strengthen the company's leadership team, it's critical that we have individuals with global business experience working for world-class companies. Dennis will play a key role in driving the cultural and business transformation at Nortel that will be essential to the company's future success.

This appointment marks my commitment to maintaining Nortel's technology and innovation leadership. George's extensive knowledge of telecom and technology combined with his business acumen, strategic orientation and M&A experience will complement our strong leadership team and position the company for a successful future as we simplify our business, develop next-generation products and solutions, and focus on long-term, profitable growth.

There's a sense of confidence and optimism about the future.

As we head into a new chapter in Nortel's history, our global headquarters will reflect both the proud heritage of Nortel and the exciting journey that lies ahead. As well as being home to many of Nortel's corporate functions, The West Mall site will utilize Nortel's sophisticated solutions to showcase how we deliver innovative communications capabilities.

This is intended to be a growth story and will be a growth story. So though we may be exiting some activities ... we will be reinvesting in places we're going to win.