AvL Technologies’ new Chief Commercial Officer Jerry Ivester. Photo by AvL

AvL Technologies has appointed Jerry Ivester as its new Chief Commercial Officer, the company announced Dec. 8. He replaces Tony Wilkey who is retiring after 15 years with AvL.

Ivester brings to AvL 22+ years of military experience and 12 years of business development and strategy experience in the satellite communications industry, most recently as the Director of Government Business Development at Communication & Power Industries (CPI).

“We’re excited for Jerry Ivester to step into the CCO role and continue to grow the business. His military service and deep SATCOM and MILCOM industry experience uniquely positions him to lead AvL’s strategic sales and business development,” David Bowne, President and COO of AvL Technologies, said in a statement.