ATLANTA – The appointment of Ken Bukauski to Executive Director of E-Commerce for Cox Communications Inc was announced today by Steve Gorman, Vice President, Online Strategy & Interactive Media.

In this role, Bukauski, in close partnership with Sales and Marketing, will be responsible for building, managing and leading Cox's e-commerce efforts. He will also be accountable for driving budget/ROI planning, implementing strategic goals and overseeing the development of critical Information Technology infrastructure.

In making the announcement, Gorman said, “Ken’s background leading BellSouth’s e-commerce programs, combined with his well rounded marketing knowledge, makes him an ideal candidate whose skill set will help us amplify our e-commerce initiatives.”

Prior to joining Cox, Bukauski served as Senior Manager for BellSouth before being promoted to Director of E-Commerce. Previously, he served as Vice President, Sales and Marketing for National Pen Company and Senior Marketing Manager for Dell Computer.

A graduate of the University of Florida, Bukauski earned his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. He also completed post-graduate work in management and MIS at North Carolina State University.

About Cox Communications:

Cox Communications is a multi-service broadband communications and entertainment company with more than 6.2 million total residential and commercial customers. The third-largest cable television company in the United States, Cox offers an array of advanced digital video, high-speed Internet and telephony services over its own nationwide IP network. Cox Business is a full-service, facilities-based provider of communications solutions for commercial customers, providing high-speed Internet, voice and long distance services, as well as data and video transport services for small to large-sized businesses. Cox Media offers national and local cable advertising in traditional spot and new media formats, along with promotional opportunities and production services. Cox Communications wholly owns and operates the Travel Channel. More information about the services of Cox Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, is available at www.cox.com/espanol, www.coxbusiness.com y www.coxmedia.com.

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