Westell Technologies names new president, CEO

Westell Technologies Inc., a provider of high-performance wireless infrastructure solutions, said its board of directors has chosen Alfred S. (Stephen) John as the company's new president and CEO, effective May 21.

John succeeds interim president and CEO Kirk Brannock, who will retain the role of chairman of the board of directors.

Stephen has more than 25 years of experience in executive leadership, new business development and sales management. He comes to Westell from Rise Broadband, a provider of fixed wireless services, where he served as executive vice president of technology and operations, responsible for strategic technology and product development. Prior to that, he was senior vice president and chief revenue officer at UNSi Inc., a business internet provider, where he was responsible for developing and executing an M&A strategy that doubled revenue while significantly improving profitability.

"We are delighted to have Stephen as our CEO. Following an extensive review of candidates, it was clear that Stephen's successful track record and relationships within the industry and service-provider community make him an ideal choice to lead Westell as we work to expand and profitably grow the business," Brannock said.

"It's a time of tremendous opportunity in the industry, and I am excited to be taking on this new role," John, said. "With Westell's strong brand and reputation for high-quality solutions, great customer relationships, and solid financial position and operating leverage in the business model, we expect to drive increased shareholder value."