Catholic school engineered him to become an industry and community leader.

What does it take to become the President and CEO of a global engineering and telecommunications service provider? In the words of Gerald Parsons: “hard work, relying on my faith, and conducting myself with fairness and honesty.” In short, values he received from his faith-filled upbringing, which included a loving family and Catholic education.

In addition to his role as a corporate leader, Mr. Parsons is also Chairman of the Archdiocesan Board of Education. As Chairman, Mr. Parsons has made an indelible imprint on the Catholic community. Among his achievements are helping to develop and launch a tuition assistance program, as well as working to build new Catholic high schools within the Archdiocese.

Gerald J. Parsons

Chairman and CEO, Communications Test Design, Inc.

Chairman, Archdiocesan Board of Education

Saints Phillip & James Parish School

Bishop Shanahan High School