Globecomm Founder and CEO David Hershberg to Retire
Globecomm Systems Inc., announced the retirement of
founder and Chief Executive Officer David Hershberg.
Keith A. Hall, President and Chief Operating Officer and
17 year veteran of the Company has been appointed CEO,
effective immediately. Mr. Hershberg will serve as a
consultant to the Board of Directors of the Company for
special projects.
Anup Bagaria, Director of Globecomm and Co-Managing Partner
of Wasserstein & Co. said, “We would like to thank Dave for his
exceptional leadership and dedication to Globecomm over the past
19 years. As a result of his significant contributions, the
Company that Dave built from the ground up has grown into a
leader in the design, integration and management of
communication solutions. We thank Dave for his steadfast
commitment to Globecomm and wish him all the best in his
retirement.”
Mr. Hall, 44, has over 20 years of experience in the
satellite communications, telecommunication network and internet
fields. During his time at Globecomm, Mr. Hall served in a
variety of roles in both the infrastructure and service
operations sectors, and recently helped lead the planning and
execution of the Company’s corporate growth strategies and
strategic business development. Previously, as Senior Vice
President and General Manager of Globecomm’s service sector, Mr.
Hall helped drive growth and profitability in the sector through
the expansion of its managed service products. Mr. Hall is a
graduate of Auburn University with a B.S. in electrical
engineering and received an MBA from Dowling College of New
York.
“Keith has played an integral role in guiding the overall
direction of the Company and we are thrilled to have him step
into the role of CEO and lead this talented team going forward,”
said Mr. Bagaria. “Keith is a skilled operator and proven leader
who has experience in both the infrastructure and services
sectors of the business. We are looking forward to his continued
contributions as the Company leverages its technical
capabilities and enhances its comprehensive suite of system
integration, system products, and network services.”
“Globecomm is an extraordinary company and I am excited to
take on this new challenge,” said Mr. Hall. “In our rapidly
changing industry, Globecomm is a true pioneer by continuing to
evolve its offerings to ensure that our clients receive the very
best in innovative communication services. On a personal level,
I would like to express my deepest thanks to my friend and
mentor Dave – your guidance throughout these years has meant the
world to me, and I will work tirelessly to make you proud. This
is an exciting time for Globecomm, and I look forward to working
closely with our talented and experienced team as we continue to
cultivate our existing markets and explore new products and
opportunities.”
Commenting on the announcement, Mr. Hershberg said, “I am
extremely proud of Globecomm’s progress and accomplishments
since 1994, and I am honored to have had the opportunity to lead
such an exceptional group of people. Globecomm is in a strong
position today, and I’m confident that under Keith’s watch, the
Company has excellent prospects for the future.”