Duluth, Ga. -- Feb. 12, 2008 -- The board of directors of DataPath, Inc., a leading provider of satellite and wireless communications networks around the world, has named David J. Helfgott as president and chief executive officer. As a 20-year industry veteran, he has extensive experience in satellite, broadband, telecommunications and government networking services.

Helfgott had served as president and chief operating officer since joining the company in 2006. He succeeds Tom Dyer as CEO, and Mr. Dyer now serves as executive chairman of the board of directors. Wilson Lowery resigned as chairman of the board, and he continues to serve as a director.

"Dave is an exceptional leader who drives DataPath's strategic vision, and as CEO he is in the best possible position to execute on that vision," said Mr. Dyer. "In my new role, I will continue to work closely with the board, Dave and the rest of our management team. Together, we have strong leadership at DataPath that understands our target government and commercial markets and has the experience to enhance our competitiveness."

"I am privileged to lead DataPath, a company with very talented, dedicated people and the capability to deliver the right solutions to our customers, no matter how difficult the situation or challenge is," said Mr. Helfgott. "We've built our business on speed, agility, innovation and focus on the customer. We will continue to bring those strengths into every situation to offer value to our customers around the world."

Mr. Helfgott is a member of DataPath's board of directors as well as president and CEO of the company.