Cory Gardner joined NCTA as President & CEO last fall, stepping into the role during a period of rapid change for the broadband and video industry — and a busy moment for the association’s engagement with policymakers and stakeholders.
Since his arrival, Cory has focused on getting to know NCTA’s members and the people behind the networks, technology, and content that power modern connectivity. From major industry gatherings to meetings on Capitol Hill, those early experiences have reinforced both the scale of the industry and the importance of clearly telling its story in Washington and across the country.
A look back — and ahead
To mark this milestone, Cory sat down to share what has stood out so far and what he’s hearing as he spends time across the industry. He highlights the role people play in driving innovation — from engineers and technologists to creators and storytellers — and how that work translates into real-world impact for consumers, businesses, and communities.
Cory also looks ahead, discussing what it means to keep the industry’s work and investment front and center in policy conversations. From responding to consumer demand to restoring and strengthening networks in the wake of disasters, the discussion underscores how member companies continue to invest, innovate, and deliver — and why policies that support that work are essential to America’s digital future.
Watch the short video below to hear Cory share his perspective.
