Chad Kissinger, President

photo of Chad Kissinger Mr. Kissinger co-founded OnRamp Access with Richard Kissinger and Elisa Kissinger in 1994 while studying Computer Science at the University of Texas. Mr. Kissinger is currently responsible for all strategic and operational aspects of the Company. He is a leader in the Internet community, serving as past President and Legislative Chair of the Texas Internet Service Provider Association.

Mr. Kissinger is a recognized expert on ISP issues and has testified in front of the Texas House of Representatives, the Texas Senate and the U.S. House Telecommunications Subcommittee on a variety of Internet related issues.

Distinctions / Affiliations

President of the Texas Internet Service Provider Association (1999);
Director and Legislative Chair of the Texas Internet Service Provider Association (1997 to present);
Member of the State of Texas Comptroller’s Internet Tax Advisory Committee (1999);
Founding member of the Austin Metropolitan Access Point;
Board Member of the Zachary Scott Theatre (1998-1999);
Member of the Young Entrepreneur’s Organization (YEO).
U.S. Marine Corps veteran; 1989 Marine of the Year at Naval Air Station, Cecil Field, Florida; Salutatorian – Non-Commissioned Officer’s School, Albany, Georgia (1990); Marine awards include Navy Achievement Medal, 5 Meritorious Masts and the Good Conduct Medal.

Spring 2003

Mr. Kissinger testified on a variety of telecommunications issues during the 78th Legislative Session of the State of Texas.