John Gdovin

Gdovin is always ready for a new challenge, and there is no negotiation, regulatory battle or HR obstacle that he’s not prepared to face. This year has brought new hurdles as Astound worked to successfully launch and expand its mobile service to as many customers as possible in the company’s 12-state footprint. Beyond his impact at the operator, Gdovin contributes to the wider industry through his work as an active member of the ACA Connects board.

Was Charter’s Disney deal precedent setting? Yes it was, and I hope that it is a step in the right direction going forward.

My prediction for the $42 billion BEAD program: It will be a successful public-private partnership to build out the unserved areas of our country.

Do you personally still have a traditional cable video package? Yes, I still have the triple play from Xfinity.

Favorite way to destress? Spending time with my family, especially at the shore, baseball games and grandchildren’s sports and school events.

Fast food guilty pleasure: Chick-fil-A and McDonald’s.

Which industry executive do you wish was running for president and why? Steve Simmons would make a great President!

Do you personally still have a traditional cable video package? Yes, I still have the triple play from Xfinity.

Summer Olympics event you most want to see in person? Short running events and sprints on the track.

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