CTS Welcomes Tom Collins as Director of Sales to Accelerate Growth and Innovation

Millersville, MD – CTS, Chesapeake Telephone Systems, a leading provider of comprehensive business and public sector communications solutions, is excited to announce the addition of Tom Collins as its new Director of Sales. Tom brings over 30 years of telecommunications expertise, a passion for customer-focused solutions, and a strong leadership background to the CTS team.
 
“Tom’s extensive experience in telecommunications, combined with his strategic vision and operational leadership, makes him an invaluable asset as we enter our next phase of growth,” said Jeff Nolte, President of CTS. “His proven ability to build and mentor sales teams, cultivate strong customer relationships, and build deep ties in our community aligns perfectly with our mission.”
 
A resident of Crownsville, Maryland, Tom holds dual BAs in Government & Politics and Secondary Education from the University of Maryland, College Park. Throughout his distinguished career, Tom has specialized in delivering tailored telecommunications solutions—including turn-key unified communication deployments, broadband connectivity, infrastructure, and SaaS—to small and medium-sized businesses, non-profits, and local governments. His customer-centric approach focuses on designing cost-effective solutions that improve operational efficiency and reduce expenses, especially for organizations frustrated with traditional telecom providers’ pricing, service, and billing challenges.
 
Tom is also deeply involved in the community, serving on the boards of Fit2BKids (Secretary), Live Water Foundation, and Serenity Sistas (Treasurer). Outside of work, he is a five-time Ironman finisher, exemplifying his dedication and perseverance.
 
In his new role at CTS, Tom will lead the company’s sales efforts by driving outbound revenue, building and mentoring a high-performing sales team, and supporting our growing base of valued customers. Additionally, Tom is leveraging his recent expertise in artificial intelligence to help businesses integrate AI-driven solutions that enhance productivity and operational effectiveness.
 
About CTS
Headquartered in Millersville, MD, Chesapeake Telephone Systems serves business and government customers across the Mid-Atlantic region. CTS delivers and supports cloud-based, hybrid, and on-premises communications systems tailored to each client’s unique needs, budget, and schedule. With a certified technical staff supporting over 5,000 customers, CTS is recognized for its innovative and reliable solutions. Learn more at www.CTSmd.us