WideOpenWest Appointed Christopher Sikora as CCO

The telecommunications provider named a new chief commercial officer to lead its marketing and sales operations.

Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in People

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WideOpenWest has appointed Christopher Sikora as its new chief commercial officer. In his new role, Sikora will oversee the company's brand, marketing, digital, sales, pricing, product, and call center operations.

Why it matters

The appointment is intended to support the company's transformation strategy. Sikora is expected to focus on scaling the firm's fiber business and improving overall customer experience.

Christopher Sikora previously managed operations across 13 states during his tenure at Great Plains Communications. His new responsibilities at WideOpenWest encompass marketing, digital sales, and call center infrastructure.

The players

Christopher Sikora

Christopher Sikora is the newly appointed chief commercial officer at WideOpenWest who previously served as chief revenue officer at Great Plains Communications.

Frank van der Post

Frank van der Post is the chief executive officer of WideOpenWest to whom the newly appointed chief commercial officer reports.

WideOpenWest

WideOpenWest is a telecommunications company currently undergoing a strategic transformation focused on fiber business expansion.

The details

Sikora joins the WideOpenWest executive team reporting directly to CEO Frank van der Post. He brings extensive experience from previous leadership roles at CenturyLink, Level 3 Communications, and TW Telecom.

Timeline

  1. The appointment of Christopher Sikora was announced on September 30, 2026.

Market Landscape

This executive hire aligns with the broader industry trend of broadband providers pivoting toward fiber-optic network investment. By strengthening its commercial leadership, the company aims to better position its infrastructure against national and regional competitors.

Average subscribers may notice changes to customer service and pricing structures as the company shifts its focus toward new fiber business goals. These executive changes are designed to improve the overall service experience for customers.

The takeaway

The addition of a seasoned commercial executive highlights the priority companies are placing on operational efficiency in the broadband sector. Customers should watch for potential service updates as the new leadership implements these transformation plans.

Further reading

Learn more about the latest leadership changes across the sector on the People page.