SEPTEMBER 10, 2012 [SPRINGFIELD, IL] – ANPI, LLC and Zone Telecom, LLC deepen product management by adding new vice president of carrier services.

JOEL POYTHRESS, ANPI ZONE’S NEW vice president of carrier services

ANPI, LLC and Zone Telecom, LLC (ANPI ZONE) announced another addition to their management team. Joel Poythress joins the Company vice president of carrier services leading all aspects of carrier operations for ANPI ZONE. In addition to his COGS and P&L responsibilities, Mr. Poythress heads carrier relations to ensure the Company is well positioned for partnerships, program development and future business opportunities.

“It’s an honor to be selected for this position,” said Joel Poythress. “I’m excited join such an innovative organization and look forward to helping ANPI ZONE continue to grow into the future.”

Randy Lemmo, senior vice president of carrier solutions for ANPI ZONE, shared, “As we continue to expand our product set it is extremely beneficial to have someone with Joel’s experience on the team.  He is a welcomed talent that rounds out our management team nicely.”

Prior to joining ANPI ZONE, Mr. Poythress worked for several wholesale organizations including Centurylink and Bellsouth Long Distance. Mr. Poythress’ telecom career also includes management roles with AT&T, Neustar, Bellsouth, Sprint, Funmobility and Qwest. Throughout his career Mr. Poythress has lead efforts relating to long distance, sales and pricing which resulted in his extensive knowledge of telecommunications products and services as well as managing new technologies and operations.

Mr. Poythress earned his bachelor’s degree in management with a minor in information technology from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a master’s degree in administration from Central Michigan University.

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