Shallotte, NC – FOCUS Broadband, a leading communications provider serving areas of southeastern North Carolina, has announced that Marcus Peterson has been appointed to the role of Vice President of Outside Plant Operations.

“We are excited to have Marcus take on this role,” said Keith Holden, FOCUS Broadband CEO. “He has been an outstanding leader in every role he has had, and his experience and knowledge make him an asset to our management team. I have great confidence in his ability to steer this vital part of our organization.”

Peterson has more than 23 years in the telecommunications industry and has worked with FOCUS Broadband for the past 16 years, serving in the roles of Business Development manager and Director of Operations Services. In his time with FOCUS Broadband, Peterson has played a key role in implementing standards which have extended service and support hours, as well as help streamline and improve the customer experience.

“I am looking forward to stepping into this leadership position,” commented Peterson. “Our team has consistently looked for ways we can improve and enhance the customer experience and that will continue to be my goal moving forward.”