Harris Stratex Networks Appoints New CEO

Harald J. Braun has been appointed president, chief executive officer and a member of the Board of Directors of Harris Stratex Networks. Mr. Braun previously served as president and CEO of Siemens Networks LLC and most recently as a senior executive at Nokia Siemens Networks North America.

Mr. Braun succeeds Guy M. Campbell, who had previously announced his retirement effective June 27, 2008.

"We're very pleased to welcome Harald to Harris Stratex Networks," said Charles D. Kissner, chairman of Harris Stratex Networks' Board of Directors. "After an extensive search, the Board determined that Harald's track record of strong leadership, coupled with his strategic orientation, knowledge of our markets and operational discipline, were an excellent fit. At the same time, the Board wants to congratulate Guy Campbell on his distinguished career, and to thank him for his leadership during the first fourteen months of the company's operations, as well as for his support during the transition to a new president and CEO."

"Harald Braun has both the industry and international experience to effectively lead Harris Stratex Networks," said Howard L. Lance, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Harris Corporation and member of the Harris Stratex Networks Board of Directors. "He has a proven track-record of creating value for shareholders, customers and employees through technology innovation and disciplined execution of strategic plans."

"This is a tremendous opportunity to lead a global company with a long history of innovations, industry-recognized talent and very strong customer relationships," said Harald J. Braun. "There is much to do to achieve the next level of growth for the company, and I am intensely focused on building shareholder value. I look forward to working with the entire Harris Stratex team to further solidify our position as an innovator and leader in markets around the world."