Former Windstream CEO Jeff Gardner Named To Monitronics Post
by August 25, 2015 3:44 pm 259 views
Former Windstream CEO Jeff Gardner was named as the chief executive for Monitronics International effective Sept. 10, according to the company’s parent firm, Ascent Capital Group, Inc.
Gardner will succeed Michael Haislip, who will be retiring from Monitronics, but will stay on as an advisor to the company.
Monitronics is a Dallas-based home security alarm monitoring company. According to the company, it is the nation’s second largest home security alarm company with more than one million customers in the U.S.
Ascent Capital Group, Inc. is a holding company that owns 100% of Monitronics International Inc. as well as certain commercial real estate assets.
“I am thrilled to welcome Jeff to the executive management team at Monitronics,” said Bill Fitzgerald, Ascent Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “Jeff brings a tremendous skill set as a leader in the telecommunications industry with a focus on relevant financial and operational experiences. His understanding of subscriber focused operating businesses, expertise in building companies both organically and through acquisition, and strong financial acumen will significantly benefit the Monitronics business as we capitalize on the growth opportunities we have in front of us.
“I would like to thank Mike Haislip for his dedication and leadership over the years and we are grateful for his contributions to the Company’s success. We look forward to his continued guidance as he works with Jeff through the transition.”
Gardner brings over 25 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, including nearly seven years at the helm of Little Rock-based Windstream, which was a spin-off of Alltel Corp.
“Monitronics is a unique business, with a high quality subscriber base, a scalable operating platform, and significant opportunities to further grow the customer base and financial profile,” said Gardner. “I look forward to working with its outstanding leadership team to ensure that we continue to build a business that offers shareholders long-term, attractive equity returns.”