Alaska Communications, a leading provider of connectivity solutions in Alaska, has announced the appointment of Jeff Vogt as its new chief operating officer. Vogt will oversee the company’s operations, strategy, and transformation initiatives, with a focus on customer experience, innovation, and fiber network expansion.

Vogt brings over 20 years of experience in the cable, telecommunications, data and software industries. He previously served as executive vice president and general manager at Actif.AI, an artificial intelligence software company for the telecommunications industry. He also held executive roles at Cantaloupe, Inc., Comcast Corporation, Level 3 Communications and AOL, Inc.

“Jeff is a transformational leader and proven change agent with an impressive track record of building and scaling technology businesses, growing revenue, and improving operations,” said Matt McConnell, president and CEO of Alaska Communications. “I am confident he is the right leader to execute our strategic plan to deliver the company’s growth objectives, scale operations and enhance our culture. I’m excited to welcome Jeff to the Alaska Communications team.”

Vogt expressed his enthusiasm for joining Alaska Communications, which is an affiliate of ATN International, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATNI). “The company has a strong foundation as the connectivity provider of choice to Alaska consumers and businesses, a world-class team and a culture of innovation. I’m looking forward to delivering acceleration of the company’s growth plans to bring fiber connectivity and services to Alaska.”

Alaska Communications is the leading provider of advanced broadband and managed IT services for businesses and consumers in Alaska. The company operates a highly reliable, advanced statewide data network with the latest technology and the most diverse undersea fiber optic system connecting Alaska to the contiguous U.S.