Former Sen. Cory Gardner to Helm NCTA
Former Colorado lawmaker Cory Gardner will be the next head of NCTA, starting Sept. 22, the cable ISP organization announced Tuesday. He replaces Michael Powell, who said earlier this year he would retire. Gardner, a Republican and member of the Senate Commerce Committee, lost his reelection bid in 2020 against former Gov. John Hickenlooper (D). Prior to being elected to the Senate in 2014, Gardner spent four years in the U.S. House.
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NCTA said his appointment "marks a new chapter for NCTA as the industry navigates rapid technological change, evolving consumer demands, and a dynamic regulatory landscape." Cox Communications President and NCTA Chairman Mark Greatrex said Gardner "brings the high level of strategic leadership and policy expertise that will serve our industry very well in the next chapter of evolution. His bipartisan approach, strategic relationships, and deep understanding of the policy landscape will continue to strengthen NCTA’s advocacy in Washington and support our commitment to delivering compelling services for consumers, businesses and communities.”