Speaker

With over 28 years of experience in the telecom and cloud industries, I am a visionary leader and innovator who has disrupted and transformed the markets I have served. I have co-founded and led successful ventures that have pioneered cutting-edge solutions for data / wireless networking, business support systems, IT and broadband access.

Currently, I am the Co-Founder, Chairman of the Board and COO of Rural Telecommunications of America (RTA), a company that has built a nationwide network dedicated to providing rural America with modern affordable broadband. I am passionate about strengthening the rural communities by delivering gigFAST INTERNET(R) that improves their health, education, and financial well-being. I leverage my extensive expertise in digital transformations, networking, and cloud technologies to create and execute the strategic vision, operations, and partnerships of RTA.