NCTC Promotes Senior Executives to Expand Services

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Oct. 14, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- The National Content & Technology Cooperative (NCTC) today announced the promotions of Steve Beardslee, Rob Smith, Shelley Thompson, and Stewart Myers to Senior Vice President, recognizing their leadership, industry expertise, and sustained contributions to NCTC and its members. The promotions come as NCTC faces a rapidly changing marketplace where members need practical solutions to compete effectively.

Steve Beardslee, who will lead NCTC’s video, broadband, mobile, and MVNO services, network infrastructure, and emerging technology initiatives, will expand the solutions available to help members grow and operate more efficiently. Beardslee, who has made a lasting impact on NCTC, will now oversee a broader scope of services, including video, broadband, mobile, and MVNO services, as well as network infrastructure and emerging technology initiatives.

Rob Smith, who will continue to develop and expand NCTC’s AI Center of Excellence, lead member development, and increase adoption of NCTC products and services, will give members greater access to practical tools and growth opportunities. Smith, a trusted colleague and strong advocate for NCTC’s members, will now focus on developing and expanding the AI Center of Excellence, member development, and member product and service adoption.

Shelley Thompson, who will negotiate and administer programming and broadcast agreements and advise on implementation and compliance, will help members navigate complex requirements and secure valuable content options. As Senior Vice President, Programming, Thompson will continue to manage the negotiation and administration of programming and broadcast agreements, as well as advise on implementation and compliance.

Stewart Myers, who will lead the negotiation and drafting of content agreements and help shape NCTC’s content strategy, will secure terms and programming solutions that support members’ business needs. Myers, a proven leader who consistently steps forward when NCTC needs them, will now oversee the negotiation and drafting of content agreements and shape NCTC’s content strategy.

The release states that collectively, our approximately 650 independent broadband and video providers serve about one-third of all households and businesses across North America and U.S. territories. Collectively, our approximately 650 independent broadband and video providers serve about one-third of all households and businesses across North America and U.S. territories.