Regional fiber broadband services provider LiveOak Fiber has named Shane Schilling as chief technology officer (CTO). Schilling joins LiveOak from Texas fiber network services provider LOGIX Fiber Networks, where he also was CTO.
In addition to his work at LOGIX, Schilling’s 20 years of telecommunications and digital infrastructure also includes stints as vice president of network operations for cable MSO Grande and director of engineering for Atlantic Broadband.
“LiveOak continues to fortify our team with exceptional industry talent alongside strong local teams to ensure we deliver on our market-defining service quality and performance. The appointment of Shane Schilling exemplifies the caliber of leadership among our management team, further cementing our mission and vision of leading with proven and seasoned professionals,” commented Jody Craft, president of LiveOak Fiber. “We are excited to leverage Shane’s deep experience in network engineering and service delivery as LiveOak continues implementing build-outs in our key markets.”
“I am thrilled to be part of the LiveOak Fiber team bringing a new era of connectivity to local businesses and residents throughout Glynn County, GA, and Okaloosa County, FL. The investment in these local communities will expand economic opportunities and directly and positively impact the quality of life for residents and businesses alike,” Schilling said. “I look forward to fostering and working in the company’s lean-in approach to internet speeds and services for the communities we serve.”
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