IZIK YOUKER PROMOTED TO STORE MANAGER IN PORTLAND

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PORTLAND, Maine, Jan. 25, 2008-U.S. Cellular recently promoted Izik Youker to store manager in the Portland market. In this position, Youker is responsible for leadership and management of the Topsham and Westbrook retail store locations. The position directs daily activities for store associates to deliver customer satisfaction, grow revenue, drive standards of excellence, and drive U.S. Cellular’s Dynamic Organization.

Youker started his career with U.S. Cellular in 2006. Most recently, Youker served as

U.S. Cellular’s regional operations control analyst, where he was responsible for the ongoing coaching of associates to ensure operational excellence. Prior to U.S. Cellular, Youker held several positions in the retail industry including associate store manager, store merchandise manager, and district leader.

“We are excited for Izik to move into his new and challenging position,” said Eric Conlon, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in New England. “His professional experiences and leadership with U.S. Cellular demonstrate a complete understanding and dedication to customer service and customer satisfaction.”

Youker received his Bachelor of Business Science degree in Accounting from the University of Phoenix. Youker resides in Portland, where he has resided for 15 years.

U.S. Cellular is the nation’s sixth-largest wireless service carrier, providing wireless service to six million customers in 26 states. The Chicago-based company employs 8,000 associates and operates on a customer satisfaction strategy, meeting customer needs by providing a comprehensive range of wireless products and services, superior customer support and a high-quality national network.