FORMER POLYCOM VICE PRESIDENT JOINS APPLIED GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES

JD Vaughn brings more than 30 years of telecommunications experience to AGT

Rockledge, FL -- February 12, 2003 - Applied Global Technologies, a worldwide provider of reliable and worry-free video communications, has named JD Vaughn as its Chief Sales Officer. Vaughn joins the AGT team following assignments with Polycom and Accord Networks which began in December 1998. Most recently serving as VP of Sales for Polycoms Network Systems Division, the California native was also responsible for all Polycom sales in North America.

   "Having known JD for several years, I know his professional integrity and commitment are consistent with the AGT culture," stated Mike Valletutti, Chairman and CEO. "He has been an instrumental part in growing several companies and we are proud that he saw an opportunity to apply his entrepreneurial spirit and experience to AGT."

   Vaughns 30 years of work in telecommunications has included specific focus in the video conferencing industry during the past 14 years. The 54 year-old executive has a solid background in business operations, sales, engineering, and customer support.    

   AGT has the very unique capability to deliver a suite of solutions that help grow the entire industry," stated Vaughn. Outsourcing, hardware, software, worldwide 24/7 service and support, ISDN-to-IP conversion, and custom development are all part of the AGT solution. Our R&D organization is known worldwide to quickly deliver customer applications that actually enhance and improve the user experience."

In some cases, we will buy the infrastructure, end points, MCUs, software and hire the customers video conferencing staff," added Vaughn. In others, we simply provide the worldwide services. Regardless of the application or deliverable, we are uniquely qualified and equipped to help produce the right end-user experience.

   Vaughn joined Polycom following the sale of Accord Networks in 2001 where he served as VP of Worldwide Sales from 1998-2001. During that period, Accord Networks grew from $9 million in annual revenue to $65 million per year. Polycom purchased Accord for $350 million in 2001.

   Prior to Accord, Vaughn was VP of Sales for Viewcast.com and has worked in sales roles with Videoserver and PictureTel. AGTs new CSO began his career with Pacific Bell.

   Vaughn now lives just outside of Atlanta and will work from the Applied Global office in northern Atlanta.

About Applied Global Technologies®

   
Applied Global Technologies® is the worlds only portal to reliable and worry-free video communications with divisions in professional engineering services, software development, integration, and customer support services. Applied Global takes the enterprise vision of fully integrated IP networks and applies it as an effective, ROI-centered solution for todays progressive and agile businesses.    

As a one-of-a-kind outsource solution, AGT activates its wealth of experience and skill base to develop solutions that are unique to each customer. In doing so, its customers are able to utilize technology to enhance business objectives without distraction or disruption to core business priorities.

In addition to its work in the commercial marketplace, the ten-year old private corporation provides conferencing solutions to the Pentagon, branches of the US Military and civilian agencies, as well as numerous federal and state government facilities. The companys continued advancement in communications is being felt around the world.

AGT partners with those companies that bring value to its customers. Applied Globals current partners include: Infonet, Tandberg, Polycom, Radvision, and VCON.

Applied Globals international headquarters is located near NASA in Rockledge, FL with field support offices in Atlanta, San Diego, Seattle, Virginia Beach, and Washington, DC.