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wiredInUSA - March 2016
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Welcome aboard
Joanne Hovis, president of CTC
Technology and Energy, has been
appointed to the FTTH Council board of
directors. An attorney with a background
in communications and commercial
litigation, Ms Hovis directs CTC Technology
and Energy’s business consulting,
strategic planning, market assessment
and management consulting work.
“Joanne is a recognized authority on the
broadband market, and communities
regularly turn to her for her expertise on
the evolving role of government and
public utilities in the development of
communications services and networks,”
said J Michael Hill, chairman of the
2016 FTTH Council. “We are pleased to
welcome her to the board.”
Ms Hovis replaces George O’Neal, vice
president for network services of GVTC.
Mr O’Neal served for six years as a board
member, and acted as an executive
committee member and treasurer during
his tenure.
Chairman Hill and the board thank
ed George for his service and valued
contributions to the advancement of the
FTTH Council Americas.