Duluth, Ga. - Nov. 1, 2006 - DataPath, Inc., a provider of satellite and wireless communications networks around the world, today announced the appointment of David J. Helfgott to the newly-created position of president and chief operating officer, effective Nov. 15, 2006. Helfgott, a 20-year industry veteran, was formerly president and chief executive officer of Americom Government Services, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of SES Global, S.A., that serves the U.S. government in the areas of civilian and defense broadband communications. Helfgott will report to DataPath CEO Andy Mullins. He will have responsibility for helping to create the company's strategic direction and implementing its operational programs.

"David's arrival coincides with an exciting period for our company as we execute our federal market strategy," said Mullins. "His expertise in developing, marketing and delivering satellite communications to satisfy government requirements will be invaluable as we continue to leverage prime-contracting opportunities on key programs such as the Worldwide Satellite Systems Program."

In 2000, Helfgott joined SES Americom, Inc. as senior vice president of Marketing. In this role, he led the team responsible for domestic and international marketing strategy, programs and processes. In 2001, he was named to lead a newly formed subsidiary of SES Global, S.A., called Americom Government Services, Inc. As president and CEO, he was responsible for setting the organization's long-term business vision, expanding its product line, establishing its brand in the marketplace and running its overall operations. His background also includes extensive senior-management experience in sales, marketing and business development for companies such as eFusion, Bell Atlantic Internet Solutions and MCI Telecommunications.

"DataPath is well positioned to help drive the U.S. military's transformation to network-centric operations," said Helfgott. "I look forward to applying my experience in government contracting and telecommunications to build on DataPath's success as a strategic partner with the proven speed, agility and expertise to meet the communications needs of the U. S. government."

About DataPath, Inc.
Founded in 1996, DataPath designs and delivers satellite and wireless communications networks around the world. The company is known for rapidly delivering reliable, mobile communications that operate in even the most extreme conditions to support customers that include the U.S. Army, the U.S. Marine Corps and emergency first responders. Headquartered in Duluth, Ga., DataPath maintains offices in Fort Monmouth, N.J., Nashua, N.H, San Diego, Ca., and Tampa, Fla.