November 19, 1998


            DAN PHYTHYON TO DEPART FCC'S WIRELESS BUREAU

     On December 1, 1998, Dan Phythyon will leave his position as Chief of the Wireless
Telecommunications Bureau. Phythyon has served as Chief since April 1997. 

     "Dan has served as a vital member of the Commission since he first arrived in November
1994," said Chairman William Kennard.  "Under Dan's leadership, the Wireless
Telecommunications Bureau has awarded thousands of spectrum licenses for new and existing
services that will spur competition and benefit consumers across the country.  Important public
policy work has been done as well on matters such as E911, CALEA, Section 255 and C block. 
Dan has made sure that the Bureau has also been on the forefront of change with the
implementation of the Universal Licensing System, which is using automation to revolutionize
the way licensing work is done at the FCC.  Dan's legislative experience has also resulted in him
playing a key role in the  implementation of new legislation governing the wireless industry,
such as the 1993 and 1997  Budget Acts and 1996 Telecommunications Act.  I'd like to thank
Dan for his commitment to public service and his dedication to the Commission over these past
four years.  I know he has sacrificed time with his family to work on challenging matters --- all
for the public interest."
 
          Prior to his current position Phythyon served as Deputy Bureau Chief of the Wireless
Bureau and Director of the FCC's Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs.  Before
coming to the Commission, Phythyon was Vice President, Congressional Liaison, National
Association of Broadcasters from 1986-1994.  From 1981-1986 Phythyon served as Staff
Counsel. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation.

     Phythyon received his J.D. from Cornell Law School and he graduated from Westminster
College.  He lives with his wife Carol Young, and their daughter, Sara, in Chevy Chase,
Maryland. 
   
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