Compaq Computer Corp. CEO To Speak At UH Manoa

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Posted: May 14, 2001

HONOLULU--The University of Hawaii at Manoa will host a special speakingengagement by Michael D. Capellas, chairman and chief executive officerof Compaq Computer Corporation. This is a unique opportunity for UH studentsto hear from an executive of one of the world's leading global providersof technology and solutions.

Capellas will speak at UH on Wednesday, May 9 at 9:00 a.m. in the ArtAuditorium. The lecture is free and a continental breakfast will be availablefor those who arrive early.

In an interactive "town hall" meeting format, Capellas intendsto engage the audience in a discussion of the issues, opportunities andchallenges that today's students face as they enter the new economy.

Capellas joined Compaq in 1998 as chief information officer and plannedand implemented the transformation of the company's information systemsto capture the opportunities and meet the demands of the Internet era. Hewas appointed CEO in July 1999 and elected chairman of the board of directorsof Compaq in September 2000. His extensive business background balancesa cutting-edge understanding of information technology with broad experiencein line management.

Compaq Computer Corporation, a Fortune Global 100 company, is a leadingglobal provider of technology and solutions. Compaq designs, develops,manufactures, and markets hardware, software, solutions, and services, includingindustry-leading enterprise computing solutions, fault-tolerant business-criticalsolutions, and communications products, commercial desktop and portableproducts, and consumer PCs that are sold in more than 200 countries. Informationon Compaq and its products and services is available at www.compaq.com.

The town hall meeting with Capellas is sponsored in cooperation withNet Impact, the Center for Entrepreneurship and E-Business, University Connections,the Hawai'i Strategic Development Council and the state Department of Businessand Economic Development and Tourism.