SAN DIEGO, July 29, 2024 – ATX Networks, a global leader in broadband access and media distribution solutions, today announced the appointment of Tom McLaughlin as Chief Executive Officer. McLaughlin succeeds Dan Whalen, who is stepping down as CEO, effective immediately.

McLaughlin is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience leading and growing access technology businesses that provide innovative solutions and services for global communications service providers. He joins ATX to drive the Company toward a new era of profitable growth with a focus on innovation and operational execution.

“We are grateful to Dan for his contributions over the past several years and are pleased to welcome Tom to lead ATX into its new chapter of growth,” said Carl Vogel, Chairman of the Board at ATX and Industry Advisor to KKR. “With a career in communications spanning over 25 years, Tom brings a wealth of experience to ATX as a commercially savvy, customer focused, highly strategic and results-oriented leader.”

Andre Jakubowski, Board Member at ATX and Director at KKR, added, “Tom’s track record of driving innovation and profitable growth aligns well with ATX’s aspirations to capitalize on its market-leading position in the access and media industries and working closely with our customers as their networks continue to evolve.”

McLaughlin most recently served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Media Technologies, a leading value-added reseller of CATV and broadband electronic equipment. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in pushing new growth initiatives, driving both top- and bottom-line performance, and achieving key strategic objectives. Prior to that, McLaughlin held executive positions across leading technology companies, including CommScope, Arris International and Motorola.

“I have tremendous respect for ATX Networks and the quality that the ATX brand represents. I am excited to join this talented team at such a pivotal time and see substantial potential for continued growth,” said McLaughlin. “I look forward to building on ATX’s nearly 40-year track record of innovation for the benefit of its customers and the broadband community worldwide.”

“In my time at ATX, I am proud of the accomplishments we made in furthering ATX’s mission of delivering affordable and high-quality connectivity to everyone everywhere, and look forward to watching the team’s continued success in the future,” said Dan Whalen.

ATX is indirectly owned by funds, clients and accounts managed and advised by KKR and other financial institutions. KKR has broad experience investing in global technology businesses with a focus on achieving long-term sustainable growth.

About ATX Networks
ATX Networks is an innovation leader in broadband access, media distribution and sustainable energy storage. ATX’s market-leading and award-winning solutions are based on Agile Innovation design principles, enabling communications service providers to futureproof and evolve their networks in lockstep with market demand and in compliance with environmental standards. ATX partners with the world’s most innovative cable, satellite, fixed telecom, wireless and media broadcast service providers to improve people’s lives by enabling affordable and reliable broadband connectivity and media content for everyone, everywhere.

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