ModusLink Global Solutions, Inc. announced the retirement of Joseph C. Lawler from his role as President and Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective immediately upon the appointment of a new chief executive officer. Mr. Lawler is stepping down from the Board of Directors, effective immediately. The company also announced the departure of William R. McLennan, president, global operations for ModusLink, effective immediately. The company provided preliminary earnings results for the third quarter ending April 30, 2012. Revenue for the third quarter of fiscal 2012 is expected to be in the range of $175 million to $180 million, revenue from new programs is expected to be in the range of $20 million to $21 million, gross profit is expected to be in the range of $14.5 million to $15.5 million and the company expects to report cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities of approximately $78 million at April 30, 2012.