Jack Pluckhahn was a highly regarded and influential adviser to me, the CTA family and the consumer technology industry. He helped lead the remarkable growth of CES and expansion of CTA membership through his many leadership positions with our association.
“Jack’s legacy includes his leadership in our nation’s shift to digital and high-definition television. Jack was a key member of the Federal Communications Commission Advisory Committee on Advanced Television Service (ACATS) and served on the Model HDTV Station Project’s Board of Directors. ACATS and the model station helped set the technical underpinnings for DTV and served as critical proofs of concept. Television as we know it today – including the immersive experience of Ultra High-Definition TV – would not be possible without the contributions of Jack and his colleagues.
“We join Jack’s friends and former colleagues in remembering an influential leader and valued mentor.”
Jack Pluckhahn served several leadership roles with the Consumer Electronics Group (CEG) between 1986-1994 including Chairman, Vice Chairman and Video Chair. He also served as Industry Vice President between 1990-1998 with the CEG and Consumer Electronics Manufacturers Association Executive Committee. In 1993, Pluckhahn received Electronic Industries Alliance Distinguished Service Award.
“I have such wonderful memories of Jack! He was always a gentleman, kind and funny, and a pleasure to be around,” said Kathy Gornik, former CEA chairman and co-founder of THIEL Audio.
About Consumer Technology Association:
Consumer Technology Association (CTA)TM, formerly Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, is the trade association representing the $287 billion U.S. consumer technology industry. More than 2,200 companies – 80 percent are small businesses and startups; others are among the world’s best known brands – enjoy the benefits of CTA membership including policy advocacy, market research, technical education, industry promotion, standards development and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CTA also owns and produces CES® – the world’s gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technology. Profits from CES are reinvested into CTA’s industry services.
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