Michael J. Birck announced plans to step down as CEO of Tellabs by April 2004. Birck was among the co-founders of Tellabs in 1975. He will continue in his role as chairman of the board. The company is searching for a replacement.
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Birck to Step Down as CEO of Tellabs
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