Cable / Telecom News

Craig named CEO at City West


PRINCE RUPERT, BC – City West Cable and Telephone has named William R. Craig as its new CEO.  Craig, who will begin on April 18, takes over from Rob Brown who is retiring after nearly 37 years.

A former Rogers exec and senior policy analyst with the CRTC, Craig has also held the roles of CEO of Bermuda Broadcasting, president of Shift TV Inc., president of World On Wireless, and VP of TV and property development for the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins.

“I can’t think of a better person for this position”, said Steve Lake, chair of the board’s hiring committee, in the announcement. “City West is a diverse company and needs a leader with strengths in many areas. Bill meets and exceeds these requirements and I am excited to have him join our company. His past record of leadership successes and community involvement makes him a perfect fit for City West and for Prince Rupert.”

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