Josh Pettiette

Josh Pettiette, GVTC President and CEO, is a seasoned telecommunications executive with over 25 years of industry experience and a proven track record of driving strategic growth and innovation. As the newly appointed leader of GVTC, Pettiette brings a deep understanding of the organization and a keen eye for opportunity to his leadership role. His 14-year tenure as an Executive at GVTC has seen him spearhead key initiatives in product development, business growth, and strategic planning, shaping the company's trajectory and positioning it for future success.

Prior to his appointment as President and CEO, Pettiette held various leadership roles at GVTC, with a focus on product, business development, and strategic planning. As Vice President- Product, Business Development, and Strategic Planning, he led the development of GVTC's product portfolio, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs. Pettiette's business development efforts were instrumental in identifying and pursuing strategic opportunities that propelled the company's growth. His leadership of the strategic planning process, in close collaboration with the executive team and board of directors, has been pivotal in shaping GVTC's long-term vision and objectives. Additionally, he oversaw the wholesale and Fiber-to-the-Tower data backhaul business, capitalizing on the growing demands of wireless data.

Pettiette's telecommunications career began at SBC, where he managed various network operations, including special services provisioning and maintenance, and outside plant operations. He is a graduate of SBC's esteemed Network Leadership Program. Pettiette holds a Bachelor of Science in telecommunications engineering technology from Texas A&M University.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Pettiette is committed to community development. He serves as chairman of the Bulverde/Spring Branch Economic Development Foundation, leveraging his leadership skills to drive economic growth and prosperity in the region.