Philip Christopher

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Philip Christopher born in Cyprus to Greek Cypriot parents who immigrated to the United States when he was ten years old, is the president of UTStarcom Personal Communications, a division of UTStarcom, Inc. He was previously president and CEO of Audiovox Communications Corp. which was acquired in 2004 by UTStarcom. ([1]).

Mr. Christopher is one of the most highly respected and distinguished leaders in the Greek Cypriot and Greek-American community. His ongoing advocacy, commitment and leadership on issues concerning Cyprus and Greece for almost three decades, have also earned him great respect and recognition in the American political world, as well as internationally.

He is President of the International Coordinating Committee Justice for Cyprus and of the Pancyprian Association of America ([2]). He was a member of the White House Economic Council, and continues to serve on the Board of Directors of CTIA - The Wireless Association. In addition, he serves on the Board of Directors of the New York Hospital Medical Center of Queens, the Atlantic Professional Soccer League and several other organizations. Mr. Christopher is also the recipient of numerous industry and humanitarian awards and honors, including the prestigious Ellis Island Medal of Honor.

He is a Freemason and a member of AHEPA.

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"I was devastated that in 1991 my mother died and in 1997 my father died and they both wanted so desperately to return back to their village and back to their home." - P. Christopher