The DTC Board of Directors introduced their new Chief Executive Officer, Craig Gates, at their Annual Meeting last Saturday.Gates is a 27-year veteran of the telecommunications industry.He started his career in 1984, and served most recently as Chief Operating Officer and Vice President for Project Mutual, a cooperative located in Rupert, Idaho. “Craig distinguished himself with his industry experience and expertise. We are fortunate to have him join us, and welcome him and his family to Tennessee,” said Dwight Vinson, President of DTC. Gates holds a Bachelors of Science Degree from Indiana Institute of Technology and a Masters of Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University.He and his wife, Suzette, will be relocating to the area.