Evolution Digital has named Cash Hagen chief operating officer, effective Oct 1. His responsibilities will include building out and developing scalable operational blueprints as Evolution Digital expands its portfolio of IP-based video and broadband focused technology solutions. Hagen will report to Chris Egan, CEO.
Hagen brings more than 20 years of industry experience on both the vendor and operator sides in the telecommunications industry. Most recently, he served as COO at WOW!. Prior to stepping into the role of COO in 2016, Hagen served as WOW!'s chief technology officer, starting with the company in early 2008. He previously held technology and operational leadership positions at Nortel, BigBand Networks, ADC Telecommunications, ARRIS/Antec and Cox Communications.
"Cash's experience as a senior executive at a large broadband and pay TV provider is invaluable to Evolution Digital in this next stage of transitioning operators to IP video delivery and continued acceleration of broadband growth," said Egan. "He has proven to be a successful and trusted leader with a strong reputation for driving growth, enhancing profitability and efficiency, while delivering long-term value for cable and telecommunications providers. I have unwavering confidence in Cash's ability to build on Evolution Digital's many competitive advantages."
"I am thrilled to join Evolution Digital's great organization with a team of people that I not only enjoy working with, but that I also greatly admire," said Hagen. "Over the last decade, Evolution Digital has competed and won against some of the biggest suppliers in the industry and is well-positioned for future success by continually investing in their customers' successes through product innovation, strategic partnerships and an enduring focus on helping their customers prosper. I am honored to be a member of the Evolution Digital team, and I look forward to helping the company grow and scale with new and innovative technology solutions for many years ahead."
