Social Think Tank and Networking

The National Telecommunications Information Agency is awarding over $65 billion in grant funding to eligible projects that address the UN and Underserved Broadband Communities across America. This role is volunteer and currently I am like the Maytag Repairman as the States review the BEAD program and DE Capacity Grants. Past programs reviewed included the Broadband Infrastructure Program, Connecting Minority Communities and Tribal Networks. Focus areas included Digital Literacy Programs and Skills, Computer Labs, Infrastructure Design and Deployment-Wi-Fi, Fiber Optic and Fixed Wireless Networks.

Courses taught included: Applying IT for Competitive Advantage, E-Commerce Business Models, Intro to IT, Intro to Entrepreneurship

We build, design and monitor complex telecommunications projects.

Responsible for Sales and Operations with P/L control. $65 million in revenue and $30 million budget. Performed initial network build out and then successfully grew revenue through ROI model.Drove media campaign and press releases to increase market penetration.

Responsible for all Sales and Marketing activities for start up company in the wireless infrastructure industry. Specialized in deployment of 802.11 networks as well as various cellular applications. During initial period of start up also worked as President of regional CLEC to assist in market planning and funding.

Responsible for all sales, marketing, service and operations for Eastern PA and Southern NJ. Built out 800 mile fiber optic network reaching 32 POPs. Grew revenue from $1 millon in 1997 to over $65 million in 2000.