In 1996, Joe joined Buckeye Cablevision, Inc. where he served in dual capacities; in addition to his role as cable CTO, he also functioned as president of the competitive local exchange carrier, Buckeye TeleSystem, Inc. In 2010, Joe was promoted to his current position where he is responsible for the Block Communications, Inc. subsidiaries, Buckeye Cablevision, Inc, the cable TV company serving Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, and Buckeye TeleSystem Inc., the competitive local exchange carrier (CLEC) serving customers in 13 states. Joe also retained his title of Chief Technology Officer for the Buckeye Companies. Joe also serves on the board of directors of the Society of Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) and chairs the society's engineering committee.