Columbus, Ohio – May 8, 2008 – Sterling Commerce, an AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) subsidiary, today announced that Jean Kovacs, the company’s Senior Vice President of Corporate Marketing and Strategic Alliances, has been named one of the “Most Influential Women in Business” by the San Francisco Business Times. Kovacs has co-founded two technology companies and is now driving global strategic alliances, including the AT&T strategic relationship, and all corporate marketing and communications at Sterling Commerce.
The “Most Influential Women in Business” award is given out annually to recognize women who are tirelessly working to change the landscape of the corporate world for themselves, their colleagues, as well as future generations of women in business. Award recipients will be honored at a reception on June 3, 2008 at the Hilton San Francisco.
“I am proud and honored to be included among these women who are doing so much to change perceptions and get the job done,” Jean Kovacs said. “I’m seeing an exciting change in the high technology industry, one where women have more choice and opportunity. The real challenge will be what we do with it.”
At Sterling Commerce, Kovacs is expanding the company’s reach through closer relationships with key partners – including AT&T, the company’s parent, and leading systems integrators. Similar to the work she did with her previous two companies, Kovacs’ role in this effort has been to drive the strategy and alignment process to ensure success for all the parties involved. Kovacs also has been instrumental in elevating the company’s corporate marketing and communications efforts, ensuring the company is communicating a strong message to all its key constituents.
Kovacs has over 25 years experience directing technology companies. Before joining Sterling Commerce, she was president and CEO for Comergent, where she both drove the company’s overall strategy and oversaw the company’s daily operations. Comergent was acquired by Sterling Commerce in 2007. Prior to co-founding Comergent, she was co-founder and executive vice president of Qualix Group, where she was closely involved in the company's initial public offering. Kovacs is also an active member of the San Francisco community, including her position as the chairman of the board of BUILD, and as host of the Kovacs Zoltan Memorial Chess Tournament. Ms. Kovacs holds a bachelor's degree from Northeastern University and a master's degree from Harvard University.
About Sterling Commerce
Sterling Commerce, a subsidiary of AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), helps customers thrive in a global economy by connecting their business communities, processes, people and technology. More than 30,000 customers worldwide – including 80 percent of the Fortune 500 – use Sterling Commerce solutions for business process integration, multi-channel selling, and supply chain fulfillment to improve profitability inside and outside their company walls. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Sterling Commerce has offices in 19 countries and most major cities around the world. More information on the company can be found at www.sterlingcommerce.com.