Technology >> CEO Interviews >> July 12, 2010

Clearfield, Inc. – Cheri Beranek

Cheri Beranek is a Founding Member, President and CEO of Clearfield, Inc. She is considered a visionary in the telecommunications networking industry, and she has extensive leadership experience in the field of emerging high-tech growth companies. In July 2003, Ms. Beranek joined APA Enterprises as President of its subsidiary APA Cables & Networks. In June 2007, Ms. Beranek was appointed President and CEO. She previously served as President of Americable, for which she had previously been Chief Operating Officer. Throughout her career, Ms. Beranek has held a variety of leadership positions with emerging high-growth technology companies, including Transition Networks, Tricord Systems and Digi International. Profile
TWST: Give us a summary of Clearfield, Inc. Over the next two to three years, what will be the key challenges and opportunities for the company?

Ms. Beranek: Clearfield (CLFD)was reborn in mid-2007.