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Glenn Britt

Glenn Allen Britt (May 6, 1949 – June 11, 2014) was an American businessman and the former Chairman and CEO of Time Warner Cable.

Glenn Allen Britt
Born(1949-05-06)May 6, 1949
DiedJune 11, 2014(2014-06-11) (aged 65)
Alma materDartmouth College
SpouseBarbara Britt
Children2

Early life and education

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Glenn Britt was born in Washington, D.C., and grew up in New York City. He attended Dartmouth College, where he graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor's degree in economics in 1971. Britt later earned an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth in 1972.[1][2][3]

Career

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Early career

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Britt began his career in the telecommunications industry at the American Television and Communications (ATC) division of Time Inc. in 1972. He held various finance and marketing positions before becoming Vice President and Treasurer of Time Inc. in 1986.[4][5]

Time Warner Cable

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In 1990, Britt joined Time Warner Cable, where he played a key role in the company’s growth and expansion. He became the CFO in 1992 and became President of Time Warner Cable Ventures in 1999, focusing on developing new businesses and technologies.[6]

Britt was named President and CEO of Time Warner Cable in 2001 and became Chairman and CEO in 2009.[7][8]

During his tenure, Britt oversaw the company’s spin-off from Time Warner Inc. in 2009, making Time Warner Cable an independent, publicly traded company. His leadership was marked by a focus on improving customer service and expanding the company’s technological capabilities.[9][10]

Legacy and impact

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Britt was recognized as a visionary leader in the telecommunications industry. He served on the boards of various organizations, including Xerox Corporation and the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA). Britt’s contributions to the industry were honored with several awards, including induction into the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame in 2011.[11][12][13]

Britt was known for advocating for innovation in the industry, including the rollout of high-definition television, digital video recorders, and broadband internet services.[14][15]

Personal life

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Glenn Britt was married to Barbara Britt, and they had two children. He passed away on June 11, 2014, at the age of 65, after a battle with melanoma.[16][17][18]

References

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  1. ^ Molloy, Tim (2014-06-11). "Glenn Britt, Former Time Warner Cable Chief, Dies After Fight With Cancer". TheWrap. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  2. ^ says, Wendy Crowther (2014-06-12). "Westporter Glenn Britt, Former Time Warner Cable CEO, 65". Westportnow.com. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  3. ^ Eggertonpublished, John (2014-06-11). "Glenn Britt Dead at 65". Broadcasting Cable. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  4. ^ Molloy, Tim (2014-06-11). "Glenn Britt, Former Time Warner Cable Chief, Dies After Fight With Cancer". TheWrap. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  5. ^ "Glenn Britt". Syndeo Institute At The Cable Center. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  6. ^ "A Tribute to Glenn Britt – CDS Champion, Tuck Alumnus, Cable Industry Pioneer and Our Dear Friend". Center For Digital Strategies. 2014-06-11. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  7. ^ Molloy, Tim (2014-06-11). "Glenn Britt, Former Time Warner Cable Chief, Dies After Fight With Cancer". TheWrap. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  8. ^ "Glenn Britt, Chairman, President & CEO, Time Warner Cable". Paley Center. 2009-03-30. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  9. ^ "Glenn Britt, Chairman, President & CEO, Time Warner Cable". Paley Center. 2009-03-30. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  10. ^ Ethier, Marc (2024-03-25). "Dartmouth Tuck Receives Its Biggest Outright Gift Ever: $37.5 Million". Poets&Quants. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  11. ^ Molloy, Tim (2014-06-11). "Glenn Britt, Former Time Warner Cable Chief, Dies After Fight With Cancer". TheWrap. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  12. ^ Eggertonpublished, John (2014-06-11). "Glenn Britt Dead at 65". Broadcasting Cable. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  13. ^ "A Tribute to Glenn Britt – CDS Champion, Tuck Alumnus, Cable Industry Pioneer and Our Dear Friend". Center For Digital Strategies. 2014-06-11. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  14. ^ "A Tribute to Glenn Britt – CDS Champion, Tuck Alumnus, Cable Industry Pioneer and Our Dear Friend". Center For Digital Strategies. 2014-06-11. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  15. ^ "Glenn Britt, Chairman, President & CEO, Time Warner Cable". Paley Center. 2009-03-30. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  16. ^ Molloy, Tim (2014-06-11). "Glenn Britt, Former Time Warner Cable Chief, Dies After Fight With Cancer". TheWrap. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  17. ^ says, Wendy Crowther (2014-06-12). "Westporter Glenn Britt, Former Time Warner Cable CEO, 65". Westportnow.com. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
  18. ^ Eggertonpublished, John (2014-06-11). "Glenn Britt Dead at 65". Broadcasting Cable. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
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