SCHAUMBURG, IL, SEPTEMBER 2, 2004 – Conference Plus, Inc. (ConferencePlus), a leading global provider of audio, web and videoconferencing services dedicated to the workplace of the future, today announces the appointment of John Nannenhorn as Director of Finance for the Company. ConferencePlus is a subsidiary of Westell Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSTL).

Nannenhorn most recently served as Chief Financial Officer for Lansa Inc., an international software company based in Downers Grove, Illinois. Nannenhorn brings 20 years of corporate accounting and finance experience to his new position at ConferencePlus. He will manage all aspects of the financial structure including accounting and financial reporting, planning, budget development and controls, and consolidating and standardizing worldwide accounting practices.

Prior to his Lansa position, he held the Director of Finance positions with Baan USA and SAP America. Nannenhorn also served in financial positions with several other technology companies and has worked for the public accounting firm, Friedman, Eisenstein, Raemer & Schwartz.

“John has strong skills in financial analytics and international business operations, particularly as they relate to high technology business practices,” said Timothy J. Reedy, ConferencePlus President and Chief Executive Officer. “His experience in financial reporting, cash management, tax planning, system implementation, operations analysis and strategic planning will strengthen our ability to grow our Company,” he said.

“I am delighted to join ConferencePlus and I look forward to helping our team develop and deliver the advanced conferencing services our customers desire,” Nannenhorn said.

Nannenhorn earned a Bachelor of Science in accounting and a Masters of Business Administration from Northern Illinois University. He received his CPA in 1986.

Cindy Stefani, who previously served as the Executive Director - Finance for ConferencePlus, will reduce her work schedule and assume a new role as Senior Accountant within the Finance Department.

“Cindy has played an instrumental role in the growth, development and success of ConferencePlus,” Reedy said. “We are delighted she will continue to contribute as we move forward,” he said.

About Conference Plus, Inc.
Conference Plus, Inc., a leading global provider of audio, web and videoconferencing services is dedicated to the workplace of the future – now. ConferencePlus is transforming the way work is done through its market-leading multimedia conferencing solutions that combine innovation, proven technology and exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois with an international headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, ConferencePlus is a subsidiary of Westell Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSTL). Additional information about ConferencePlus can be obtained by visiting http://www.conferenceplus.com.

About Westell
Westell Technologies, Inc., (NASDAQ: WSTL) headquartered in Aurora, Illinois, is a Tier-1 provider of intelligent, carrier-class broadband access products manufactured using a TL9000 registered quality management system. Westell offers high-speed broadband/DSL technology products for carriers, service providers and business enterprises around the world. For more information visit http://www.westell.com.

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