TIMBERLINE CONNECTIVITY NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF MARKETING

PORTLAND, OR - May 1, 2003 – Timberline Connectivity, Inc. announced today the appointment of Sean C. Gitt as Director of Marketing. In this position, he will be responsible for strategic marketing initiatives, business planning, product marketing, and marketing communications. Mr. Gitt is the first to take the helm of this new position with the company.

"Sean’s energy, fresh ideas, and experience will bring new life and direction to our marketing efforts which will continue to elevate us above the competition,” said Eric Meslow, President. "I am very pleased to have him leading our marketing division."

Mr. Gitt joins Timberline Connectivity, Inc. after several years in sales and marketing in the wood products industry.

"We have been very successful with the Armadillo Loopback (released 2001) product line. By integrating that technology into our cable assemblies we have been able to deliver a product designed around the needs of our customers that works better and lasts longer.” –Eric Meslow, President – Timberline Connectivity.

About Timberline Connectivity:
Timberline Connectivity is a fiber optic product assembly and manufacturing company providing a vast array of connectivity solutions to the data storage, OEM, and low voltage electrical industries. In addition to standard fiber optic patch cords and attenuated test cables, Timberline Connectivity has pioneered multiple new proprietary products, many of which are now considered to be an industry benchmark. The flagship Armadillo connector has been embraced nationwide for its ease of use, variable attenuation levels, superior design and construction, and competitive price point. More information can be found at:
www.timbercon.com

Timbercon Contact
Sean Gitt
(P) 503.827.8141