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Mike Sayen is vice president of Strategy for Siemens PLM Software, a business unit of the Siemens Industry Automation Division. In his current role, Sayen leads Siemens PLM Software's strategic planning activities and initiatives. Working with the executive team, together with the company's worldwide Research and Development and Marketing teams, he is focused on developing and communicating Siemens PLM Software s corporate strategy for delivering the industry s leading PLM solutions. Sayen has been part of the Information Technology industry for over 30 years, including nine years with AT&T Network Systems. He joined Siemens PLM Software in April 1988, starting within the R&D organization. In addition to line management assignments within both the NX and Teamcenter development teams, Sayen managed a number of corporate strategic programs, including the development and introduction of Teamcenter Community. Sayen earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Engineering at Michigan State University, with a double major in systems science and computer science. Sayen resides in the Dallas area with his wife, Pam, and children Melissa, Chris and Patricia. He and his family spend their spare time raising miniature horses, staying up to date on computer technologies and exploring virtual on-line worlds. About Siemens PLM Software Siemens PLM Software, a business unit of the Siemens Industry Automation Division, is a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services with 4.6 million licensed seats and 51,000 customers worldwide. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Siemens PLM Software s open enterprise solutions enable a world where organizations and their partners collaborate through Global Innovation Networks to deliver world-class products and services. About the Siemens Industry Automation Division The Siemens Industry Automation Division (Nuremberg), a division of the Siemens Industry Sector, is a worldwide leader in the fields of automation systems, low-voltage switchgear and industrial software. Its portfolio ranges from standard products for the manufacturing and process industry to solutions for whole industries and systems that encompass the automation of entire automobile production facilities and chemical plants. As a leading software supplier, Industry Automation optimizes the entire value added chain of manufacturers from product design and development to production, sales and a wide range of maintenance services. About Siemens Industry Sector The Siemens Industry Sector (Erlangen) is the worldwide leading supplier of technical systems and equipment in the areas of production, transportation and buildings. With integrated hardware and software technologies as well as comprehensive Industry-specific solutions, Siemens increases the productivity and efficiency of its customers in the fields of industry and infrastructure. The Sector consists of six divisions: Building Technologies, Industry Automation, Industry Solutions, Mobility, Drive Technologies and Osram. With around 209,000 employees worldwide Siemens Industry achieved in fiscal 2007 total sales of approximately EUR 40 billion (unconsolidated). | 