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Delano Appoints Former Lotus Executive James Wentzell As Vice President, Worldwide MarketingWentzell to Provide Leadership and Expertise in Establishing Delano Brand WorldwideTORONTO--Oct. 2, 2000--Delano Technology Co (NASDAQ:DTEC) Delano Technology Corporation (NASDAQ:DTEC), a leading provider of interaction-based e-business solutions for the enterprise, today announced the appointment of former Lotus executive James Wentzell as Vice President, Worldwide Marketing. In his role, Mr. Wentzell will be responsible for driving Delano's global strategy for branding, media and analyst relations, lead generation, special events, and marketing communications. ``Jim brings to Delano the know-how and the firepower that comes with helping build one of the best-known brands in enterprise computing,'' says John Foresi, Delano's president and CEO. ``His 17-year track record of success in marketing and communications with companies like Lotus and AT&T will accelerate Delano's market penetration in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.'' Prior to joining Delano, Mr. Wentzell held the position of Senior Director of North American Marketing at Lotus Development Corporation, a subsidiary of IBM Corporation. As a Senior Director at Lotus, Wentzell was responsible for all areas of marketing, public relations and communications, and was instrumental in increasing Lotus brand awareness. He has also held senior positions with other technology-related companies, including AT&T. Mr. Wentzell joins an executive team with over 100 years of combined management experience with high technology companies such as i2 Technologies, Netscape Corporation, GartnerGroup, Bain & Company, and Oracle. About Delano Technology Corporation Delano Technology Corporation is a leading provider of interaction-based e-business solutions that enable an enterprise to interact with its customers, partners, suppliers, and employees, for fast measurable results. Delano's solution, which includes a robust e-business platform and fully integrated eCRM application suite, is powering some of today's leading enterprises, including BCE Emergis, Charles Schwab Canada, Nortel Networks Clarify eBusiness Applications unit, Commerx (for PlasticsNet.Com), Ericsson, Harborfreight.com, Macromedia, and Mark VII Transportation (an Exel Company). Delano is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with offices across North America and Europe. For additional information, contact Delano Technology Corporation, 302 Town Centre Boulevard, Markham, ON, L3R 0E8; Tel: 905/947-2222; Fax: 905/947-2120; www.delanotech.com. Delano, Customer Velocity, and the e-Business Interaction Suite are trademarks of Delano Technology International SRL. All other company and product names mentioned are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Forward-looking statements in this press release, including
statements relating to the anticipated benefits from the appointment
of James Wentzell, are made pursuant to the ``safe harbor'' provisions
of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve
risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, risks relating
to rapid technological change and increased levels of competition
within our industry, our ability to manage growth, continued
acceptance of our products, intellectual property rights and other
risks detailed from time to time in our filings with the United States
Securities and Exchange Commission.
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