KenCast Appoints new CEO

Norwalk, CT, September 2, 2024 – Advanced digital content delivery solutions company KenCast is ushering in a new era of leadership with the announcement of Dr. Henrik Axelsson as its CEO.

Dr. Axelsson takes over as the company marks a significant milestone, celebrating the retirement of its founder and former CEO Dr. William E. Steele.

Dr. Axelsson will advance KenCast towards a new generation of product enhancements to provide a “complete content distribution system”, where Fazzt™ software will be further refined with built-in automation to support optimal delivery decisions.

“I envision KenCast as a powerhouse of complete data delivery technology. We will build upon our commitment to assure data delivery anywhere, anytime with next-level adaptive, dynamic smart solutions that not only flawlessly solve transmission errors but also seamlessly send data over the optimal communications pathways” said Dr. Axelsson. "I am deeply honored to step into the role and build upon the remarkable foundation established by Dr. Steele. KenCast’s commitment to innovation and excellence in data delivery remains unwavering.”

Dr. Axelsson's strategic vision for KenCast is centered on three main areas. The first is enhancing platform capabilities, aiming to improve hybrid delivery solutions for seamless content delivery, even with intermittent connectivity.

The next area is expanding market reach, by addressing the unique challenges of various verticals like aeronautics, maritime, defense, corporate communications, NGOs, education, and digital cinema. A significant step in this effort is the rollout of KenCast's new patent, Smart FEC, which ensures that moving vehicles—whether in the air, at sea, or on land—can flawlessly receive content, even during extended outages and in or out of coverage areas.

The final key area is the development of next-generation solutions, innovating hybrid content delivery for terrestrial and satellite broadband, including Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, and refining point-to-point algorithms for faster delivery.

Dr. Henrik Axelsson has been an integral part of KenCast since 2006. With a Ph.D. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and an M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, Dr. Axelsson has held multiple roles within KenCast, spanning software development, operations, business development, and management.

Under Dr. Axelsson’s leadership, KenCast has already achieved significant milestones, including securing multiyear partnerships with digital cinema giants such as Cinecolor and the Digital Cinema Distribution Coalition (DCDC).

KenCast recently announced a partnership with R4 Integration, working under NOAA, to support the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, known as the “Hurricane Hunters”. KenCast’s technology will ensure that critical weather data gathered from the world's most ferocious storms can be transmitted back to base in real-time, saving lives and safeguarding property.

Looking ahead, Dr Axelsson and KenCast anticipate continuous growth in content distribution needs over the next 5 to 10 years. This presents unique opportunities to expand the potential of its Smart FEC and automation technology to fine-tune its products for specific use cases and dynamic environments.

KenCast provides solutions for content providers to securely, reliably, and efficiently deliver content over wired and wireless networks to both fixed and mobile sites.

KenCast was founded in 1994 and is head quartered in Norwalk, CT, USA.