Ken Johnson Appointed Cable One Chief Operating Officer

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Cable One, Inc. (CABO) appoints Ken Johnson as Chief Operating Officer, leveraging his 25 years of industry experience to drive technology transformation and business growth.

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Cable One, Inc. (NYSE: CABO) (the “Company” or “Cable One”) today announced that Ken Johnson has been appointed Chief Operating Officer by its Board of Directors. Johnson, who previously served as the Company’s Chief Technology & Innovation Officer, has more than 25 years of industry experience, having held executive leadership positions over technology and operations for companies of considerable size and complexity.

Ken Johnson appointed Cable One Chief Operating Officer (Photo: Business Wire)

Since joining Cable One in 2018 upon the Company’s acquisition of NewWave Communications, Johnson has been an integral member of the senior executive team. Under his leadership, Cable One is leveraging technology to transform how it grows the business, delivers its customer experience promise and readies itself for the future. As COO, Johnson will add Residential and Business Services to his set of responsibilities.

“I am excited for Ken to assume this role and look forward to continuing to partner with him. Not only does he have a deep understanding of the challenges our industry faces today, Ken also possesses the strategic foresight to think innovatively about future opportunities to grow our business,” said Julie Laulis, Cable One President and CEO. “Importantly, Ken embodies our Cable One values and believes in our Purpose of connecting our customers and communities to what matters most. His extensive experience and background in the telecom industry will be invaluable as we continue to execute on our long-term philosophy of delivering balanced growth and significant free cash flow.”

Johnson’s appointment is effective March 1, 2024.

About Cable One

Cable One, Inc. (NYSE:CABO) is a leading broadband communications provider committed to connecting customers and communities to what matters most. Through Sparklight® and the associated Cable One family of brands, the Company serves more than 1 million residential and business customers in 24 states. Powered by a fiber-rich network, the Cable One family of brands provide residential customers with a wide array of connectivity and entertainment services, including Gigabit speeds, advanced WiFi and video. For businesses ranging from small and mid-market up to enterprise, wholesale and carrier, the Company offers scalable, cost-effective solutions that enable businesses of all sizes to grow, compete and succeed.

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Trish Niemann

Vice President, Communications Strategy

602.364.6372

patricia.niemann@cableone.biz

Source: Cable One, Inc.

FAQ

Who has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer of Cable One, Inc. (CABO)?

Ken Johnson has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer of Cable One, Inc. (CABO).

What is Ken Johnson's previous role at Cable One, Inc. (CABO)?

Ken Johnson previously served as the Company's Chief Technology & Innovation Officer at Cable One, Inc. (CABO).

When did Ken Johnson join Cable One, Inc. (CABO)?

Ken Johnson joined Cable One, Inc. (CABO) in 2018 upon the Company's acquisition of NewWave Communications.

What additional responsibilities will Ken Johnson take on as COO of Cable One, Inc. (CABO)?

As COO, Ken Johnson will add Residential and Business Services to his set of responsibilities at Cable One, Inc. (CABO).