Comtech Names Telecommunications and Public Safety Leader Jeff Robertson as President of Terrestrial & Wireless Networks Business Segment
March 21 2024 - 4:05PM
Business Wire
March 21, 2024-- Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global technology
leader, today announced the appointment of telecommunications and
public safety industry leader Jeff Robertson as the Company’s new
President of its Terrestrial and Wireless Networks business
segment.
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Prior to joining Comtech, Robertson served as President &
CEO of Intrado Life Safety, a company specializing in first
responder technology in North America. Under his leadership,
Robertson enhanced Intrado Life Safety’s operating structure,
implemented critical digital transformation initiatives, migrated
legacy products to next-generation cloud-based infrastructures,
improved employee retention, and strengthened key go-to-market
partnerships in under four years. Intrado Life Safety was sold in
2023 for $2.4 billion under Robertson’s leadership.
Throughout his career, Robertson has held numerous leadership
roles, including Senior Vice President of Public Safety for startup
innovator RapidSOS, CEO of Airbus DS Communications North America,
Vice President and General Manager of Intergraph's public safety
software division, CEO of TCI - TelControl, and CML Emergency
Services. He was also the founding executive director of the 9-1-1
Industry Alliance.
“Jeff will be instrumental in helping Comtech continue to grow
and capitalize on core business objectives,” said John Ratigan,
Interim CEO of Comtech. “Jeff brings unique insights and deep
industry expertise that are well aligned with our continued One
Comtech journey, terrestrial and wireless technology developments,
and long-term strategies in key markets.”
As President of the Terrestrial & Wireless Networks segment,
Robertson will have P&L responsibility across the enterprise.
Robertson will oversee all aspects of engineering, program
management, operations, new product development, system design,
strategic planning, and customer engagement for all Terrestrial
& Wireless Networks areas of focus.
"I am thrilled to be a part of Comtech,” said Robertson.
“Comtech already enjoys a leadership position in NG-911 solutions.
I am excited to lead this business forward as we continue to help
states and local governments around the world to provide the best
possible public safety solutions for their communities. Comtech has
the right people, products and culture to capture the opportunities
ahead of us."
Robertson has been involved in the field of public safety
technology for over 25 years, serving as a sworn officer and deputy
sheriff. He also has extensive experience in software development
for the public safety sector and was awarded a U.S. Patent for
Voice Over IP Delivery of 911 calls, which is widely used across
the industry today.
Robertson graduated from the executive program at the Wharton
School – University of Pennsylvania and received a degree in
telecommunications from Toronto Metropolitan University.
About Comtech
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology
company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions,
next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space
communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to
commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique
culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a
relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities
located in technology corridors throughout the United States and
around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology
leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most
innovative communications solutions. For more information, please
visit www.comtech.com.
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