Heather McCallion
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Heather McCallion shared thisLast night we got dressed up. It was an important milestone to celebrate three months of focus and dedication building plans to transform WOW! Internet, TV, & Phone. Now we’ll translate those plans into action & I can’t wait to get going. Shout out to the very best colleagues for the focus, dedication and positive energy, and our fearless leader Frank van der Post for inspiring & trusting us to make it happen.
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Heather McCallion shared thisI am thrilled to join the WOW! team as Chief Experience Officer. I’ll be leading customer experience, product management, market expansion and business transformation initiatives as we embark on a new chapter of growth and transformation with our new Private Equity owners, DigitalBridge and Crestview Partners, and our new CEO, Frank van der Post. https://lnkd.in/euCpt3zbWideOpenWest (WOW!) Announces Additional Executive Appointments to Lead Growth and Transformation StrategyWideOpenWest (WOW!) Announces Additional Executive Appointments to Lead Growth and Transformation Strategy
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Heather McCallion shared thisYesterday I “walked the line” in Quincy for my last time. This is a daily 1 mile walk I’d do any time weather permitted. To clear my head, move my body, schedule that orthodontist appointment or my favorite, connect with a colleague in a different space. If you’ve walked the line with me you know. It was a ritual. Nearly 12 years to the day, my chapter at Breezeline is closing. The products, the innovation, the transformation - all amazing and numerous. I could spin numbers, KPI’s and stats for a while, tallying up the accomplishments in dollars and cents. But when it comes down to it, it’s about the people. We bring our whole lives to work. Understanding what’s behind the worker, and how to pull out the very best from the person next to us - finding that motivation together - that’s the magic. Together we charged ahead and drove improvements and raised standards for our customers. I am beyond proud. Thank you to ALL the people - colleagues, partners, friends, kids, spouses, pets - who made this journey so special for me. On to what’s next, but first a little rest.
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Heather McCallion shared thisIt’s been an awesome three months overseeing our Breezeline #miami market. Last night we toasted the holidays and came together in our Miramar office to celebrate and raise a glass to 2024. Though I’ve only been here a short time, this team’s warm welcome and incredible spirit has inspired me. A special thanks to our tireless Ileana Blanchet who made magic and transformed our space into a wonderland. Amazing foods, prizes, dancing and togetherness. Thank you team! Here’s to making waves in 2025. Kurt Decker Miriam Decker Melissa Krupin Brayden Millet Daniel Ortiz Julio Segovia Joshua Zamora Jose Vargas, MBA Maggie Garcia, PMP® Jimmy Ginsberg Julio Segovia
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Heather McCallion shared thisI stand on the shoulders of giants - as you can see from the pictures - and was so humbled to celebrate being named as a 2024 Cable Pioneer. What an honor to be among some of the very best in our industry for the 2024 inductee class. Thank you Ellen Schned and Edward Holleran for sponsoring me. Celebrating with colleagues, friends, Betsy sisters and family was the highlight. Elizabeth Asencio Camiel Langstadt Frank van der Post Aaron Brace Travis Stewart Tammy Horn Matthew Horn Erika Miller, my mom Joan, Kimberly Maki Jodi Friedman Filemon Lopez Pamela G. Patricia Jo Boyers and so many more - thank you. I only had 45 seconds for my video (thank you Andrew Walton ) so I’ll do some additional shout outs to those who shaped who I am today. Ann Schick for holding down our Starz Hoboken crew including leading us through 9/11. Bridget Baker who called me on maternity leave to promote me to my first VP role at NBCUniversal - along with Henry Ahn, Bradley Fleisher, Heidi Newman and Elizabeth Asencio who taught me the true art of the deal. David Keefe Edward Holleran Pat Bratton Rich Shea Dave Isenberg Leslie Brown Julie W. & Court for the wonderful early days at ABB. Frank and our amazing SLT for the Breezeline transformation. Cogeco Inc. colleagues including Marie Ginette Lepage, MBA, ASC for our collaboration on mobile. Organizations like CTAM and Char Beales in my earliest days of leadership, and The WICT Network and Maria Brennan for programs like Betsy Magness, BMGI & SES - and exposing me to the wonderful Sara N. King Grace Killelea and numerous leaders and sisters - all of whom never hesitate to take the phone call or remind me what I’m made of. T, my better half, often reminds me to put “work Heather” away after a certain hour, and to take in all the moments. Last night I did just that. I dedicate this honor to my Betsy sister Molly West, ACC and our class XXII sisters- Molly, you are the epitome of resilience. We are surrounding you with love.
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Heather McCallion shared thisTwo panels, lots of networking and yes, some #Nashville hot chicken at NCTC’s The Independent Show. Shout out to Lou Borrelli, Pam G. and the entire NCTC team for a job well done. A great few days being #strongertogether. Congrats to my Breezeline colleague Adrianna K. Maciejewska, CIPP/US for moderating the AI session this afternoon - great job! Photo cred to Toni Murphy (EVP/COO Astound) & Barbara Kalosieh. Loved seeing you and so many others this week.
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Heather McCallion shared thisWhat an incredible honor to be recognized as a 2024 Cable Pioneer, among some of the best leaders and innovators I know. Looking forward to celebrating in Atlanta, and continuing to serve this great industry. Cable TV Pioneers Inducts 21 Into 2024 Class
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Heather McCallion shared thisThank you Cablefax for the recognition! I could not be in better company than with my partner in all things BZL for the past ~11 years Leslie Brown. And wonderful to see our fearless leader Frank van der Post and so many other deserving industry leaders recognized. It continues to be an honor to serve our Cogeco Inc. and Breezeline colleagues and customers, and to work among the best in this industry.
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Heather McCallion shared thisI am proud and excited to finally share our news! Breezeline Mobile will launch this Spring! It is awesome to be leading the great team at Breezeline that has worked tirelessly towards our launch, which will bring connectivity our customers need, at a price and convenience they’ll love. We are deploying on a robust, industry-leading mobile network with unique customization options that will allow customers to mix and match Unlimited and By-the-Gig plans. We know there is a desire from our Breezeline customers to bundle and save, and also enjoy the convenience of getting mobile from their existing internet provider. We look forward to serving all customer connectivity needs through the addition of Breezeline Mobile to our product offering. I want to extend my thanks to our partners at NCTC and Reach who have supported our entry into the market. Most of all, I want to thank the Breezeline and Cogeco Inc. teams who has been working daily to prepare for our launch this spring. I am grateful to everyone for their dedication, enthusiasm and commitment to a successful launch ahead. Here we go! https://lnkd.in/eK6NpXHP
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Heather McCallion reacted on thisHeather McCallion reacted on thisIf you see John Pascarelli this week, be sure to give him a high five. An internal memo went out this week announcing that the longtime Mediacom exec will retire from the operator after nearly 30 years, most recently serving as EVP, Operations. https://lnkd.in/d6ACNher
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Heather McCallion liked thisHeather McCallion liked thisCelebrating @LouBorrelli's induction into the Cable Hall of Fame at the Ziegfeld. #hislifedoesntsuck
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Heather McCallion liked thisSo #AMAZING to celebrate my #Brother from another #Mother!! Welcome Lou Borrelli to the 2026 Class of the #CableHallOfFame!!! #CHOF2026 #NYC! Susan Grant Borrelli National Content & Technology Cooperative America’s Communications Association (ACA Connects) Grant Spellmeyer John Reardon Ann Carlsen #RuralBroadbandStrong!
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Heather McCallion liked thisHeather McCallion liked thisCongratulations to NCTC CEO Lou Borrelli on your induction into the Cable Hall of Fame presented by Syndeo Institute at The Cable Center! After years of visionary leadership and a lasting impact on our industry, this honor is truly well deserved. We're proud to celebrate this milestone with you!
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Heather McCallion liked thisHeather McCallion liked thisAs a lifelong New Yorker who has walked through Times Square countless times, never did I ever expect to see myself on a billboard. But that is exactly what happened yesterday as we celebrated Roku's milestone 100M streaming households by ringing the opening bell at Nasdaq! Proud to represent the countless teams that have worked tirelessly to get us here. As our CEO Anthony Wood predicted years ago, all TV will be streamed. Excited to be part of the team making that happen. Here's to the next 100M! #weareroku
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Heather McCallion reacted on thisLove this! Sue Bird on putting her money where her mouth is, and confident that her investments in women’s sports will cash out big time- Kaboom!Heather McCallion reacted on this“I knew it was a great investment… this is about to kaboom.” Is investing in women’s sports team ownership becoming one of the smartest long-term bets in sports business? Women's basketball legend Sue Bird discusses her Second Act as an investor in women's sports teams, Seattle Storm and Gotham FC.
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