Executive Vice President, Corporate Development
Cole Hawks
Cole, serving as executive vice president of corporate development at Metronet, is responsible for leading strategic planning, market selection, and government relations, drawing on more than 25 years of senior leadership experience. Previously, Cole co-led operations at Kentucky Data Link (KDL), where he played a pivotal role in its expansion into a super-regional fiber network serving 22 states. Cole's diverse background includes advisory roles for the University of Kansas School of Business and a national donor-advised fund, where he has contributed to impactful strategic initiatives and charitable giving efforts.