NEC Solutions America Names New Vice President of Finance; Peter DiCor

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    RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 10, 2005--NEC Solutions (America) Inc., a premier provider of integrated solutions for the Connected Enterprise in North America, today announced the appointment of Peter DiCorti as vice president of finance, a role in which he will be chartered with overseeing the company's financial plans and evaluating the market conditions of key industries.
    DiCorti joins NEC Solutions America (NECSAM) from Unify Corporation, a Sacramento-based provider of business process automation solutions, where he was vice president and chief financial officer. In his new position, DiCorti will report to Akira Togawa, chief financial officer, NEC Solutions America. During his 32 year career, DiCorti has garnered significant experience with both national and international companies public and private.
    "I am thrilled to join the NEC team and welcome the opportunity to complement the existing management team as it evolves its legacy as a preeminent integrated solutions provider in North America," said DiCorti.
    "NEC Solutions America welcomes Mr. DiCorti's extensive, diverse background, as it suits our current and future business positions extraordinarily well," said Tadao Kondo, president and chief executive officer, NEC Solutions America. "Like many of our customers, NECSAM retains the resources and talent of a multi-national company, as well as the entrepreneurial spirit and focus on innovation. Those qualities are leading us to the next level of success across several vertical markets, and Mr. DiCorti's background will only serve to enhance that success."
    DiCorti has a significant background in public equity markets, venture capital funding and corporate finance management. While at Unify, DiCorti handled worldwide financial management, developed a Sarbanes Oxley compliance plan, designed an acquisition strategy, and instituted a new ERP system. His experience with will be invaluable to NEC Solutions America. He has also served as CFO at Grass Valley Group, Pacific Access, Alldata Corporation, and Digital Research. DiCorti earned a B.S. in Accounting from Santa Clara University, and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in California.

    About NEC Solutions (America), Inc.

    NEC Solutions (America), Inc. is a premier provider of integrated solutions for the Connected Enterprise in North America. As an affiliate of NEC Corporation (Nasdaq:NIPNY)(FTSE:6701q.1), NEC Solutions America taps into a global resource network to help clients leverage technology to achieve a competitive edge. From corporate performance management and biometric security solutions to digital cinema and in-theatre advertising systems, visual displays and server solutions, the expertise is delivered with the personal attention needed to address individual situations. With headquarters in Rancho Cordova, California, NEC Solutions America serves a wide range of markets, including the health care and public safety, financial services, cinema, retail and manufacturing markets. Information regarding NEC Solutions America can be found at www.necsam.com.

    NEC is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation. (C) 2005 NEC Solutions (America), Inc. All Rights Reserved. Other product or service marks mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

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CONTACT: NEC Solutions (America), Inc. Beth Makosey, 408-844-1320 beth.makosey@necsam.com or Voce Communications, Inc. Timothy Johnson, 650-228-5170 tjohnson@vocecomm.com

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