Dish Network (DISH) announced Hamid Akhavan has joined DISH as president and chief executive officer, CEO, in addition to his current role as CEO and president of EchoStar (SATS). Akhavan will oversee all aspects of the company’s video services and wireless businesses, as well as its subsidiaries. When the merger between DISH and EchoStar was announced, it was also announced that Akhavan would become CEO of the combined company. The transaction, which is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions, is expected to be completed by year-end.
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