Verizon Wireless names new Florida leader

TAMPA — Verizon Wireless appointed Mariano Legaz president of the Florida region, which encompasses 2,500 employees, a Tampa customer call center and more than 80 retail stores.

Legaz, an 18-year Verizon veteran, says the Florida team will continue to focus on providing value for its customers through the quality of its products and service, says a news release.

Legaz served most recently as senior vice president of Verizon's supply chain, where he managed 1,700 employees, 500 contractors and was responsible for procuring more than $20 billion in products and services.