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Transforming the Future of the Telecom Workforce with Leticia Latino-Van Splunteren

Joining host Carrie Charles on today's episode of 5G Talent Talk is Leticia Latino Van-Splunteren, CEO of Neptuno USA. Together, they explore the way 5G technology is transforming the telecom industry and discuss the challenges and opportunities for building a talented and diverse workforce...

Navigating the Changing Landscape of Telecom with Chad Rasmussen of Y-COM

As we head further into 2023, new trends come surfing in the telecom industry. In such an ever-changing landscape, how does a company meet the changing needs of its clients? In this episode, Chad Rasmussen, President and CEO of Y-COM, discusses his unique approach...

Building a Thriving Company Culture In Our New World of Work with Claudia Chan

To stay competitive and successful in our new world of work, business leaders must  develop a company culture of positivity and productivity. Joining Carrie Charles today is Claudia Chan, leadership speaker and culture change expert. In this thought-provoking episode, Carrie and Claudia discuss the...

DIG IN & EDGE OUT With Michael Morey of Bluebird Network

Bluebird Network is a fiber services company that focuses on providing services to the commercial and carrier market in Missouri, Illinois, and the nine surrounding states. Heading this Midwestern provider is Michael Morey, once an aspiring volcanologist who found his way to telecommunications. After...

2023: The Year Ahead with 5G Guys with Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith

2023 marks four years since the start of 5G deployment in the United States, and many in the telecom industry are wondering what this year means for 5G rollout. Today, 5G Talent Talk host Carrie Charles welcomes Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith, wireless telecommunications...

A Future-Forward Chat with Tony Grayson of Compass Datacenters

Technological innovation has immensely helped turn the impossible possible. In this episode, Carrie Charles sits with Tony Grayson, the General Manager of Compass Datacenters, to have a future-forward chat on data infrastructures and technology and what they can offer on sustainability. The two discuss...

Growing a Telecom Powerhouse Through Talent Development Ft. Chris Larocca of Network Connex

When you know what you're good at, it can pay to stay in your niche. Doing exactly that, Network Connex has found success by focusing on the areas of their core competencies and differentiated expertise. An organization of five business units, Network Connex is...

Business Communication in the 5G Era with Damian Hanson of CircleLoop

Using the power of 5G to communicate quickly, flexibly, and securely, Mission Labs is bridging the gap between legacy providers and modern-day digital communication experience. In this episode, join your host Carrie Charles as she sits down with Damian Hanson, Director and co-founder of...

Closing the Gaps at the Edge with Scott D. Willis of DartPoints

The growing demand for streaming and two-way video services, 5G and the future of IoT continue to increase bandwidth needs, putting the pressure on growing markets. In today’s episode, Scott D. Willis, CEO of DartPoints, shares the strategies responsible for DartPoints’ explosive growth. DartPoints...

Efficiency and Automation in Network Infrastructure with Lindon Hayes of Essentia

Essentia is quickly establishing itself as a major player in the field of network infrastructure, but their high-level growth didn't materialize out of nowhere. Rather, Essentia's breakthroughs can be attributed to their culture of company-wide innovation and collaboration, fostered by CEO Lindon Hayes. Essentia...

Leading in a Rapidly Changing World with Kelly Brewer of Crown Castle

If you don’t work in the telecom industry, you might not recognize that you’re indirectly interacting with Crown Castle every day. But as one of the largest providers of shared communications infrastructure in the US, Crown Castle’s impact on the shared infrastructure space is...

The DataBank Difference: Behind the Curtain with Raul Martynek

With shifting markets easily weeding out the strong from the weak, DataBank has proven itself as a force in the data center sector. In today's episode, Carrie Charles sits down with none other than DataBank's CEO, Raul Martynek. DataBank had 6 data centers in...

Ubicquia is Scaling and Deploying Public Wi-Fi and 5G Faster with Ian Aaron

Ubicquia is on a mission to create smarter, safer and more connected cities. Their solutions leverage existing infrastructure such as streetlights and utility poles to provide critical services to communities globally. Ubicquia makes scaling and deploying WiFi and 5G faster and more efficient. Join Carrie...

Unwavering Commitment to Craft Skilled Labor with Rob McGee of Quanta Services

Quanta Services is committed to operating as a craft skilled labor company. Tune in as Carrie Charles talks with SVP of Telecom Operations Rob McGee about the impact this commitment has on company culture, as nearly 100% of leadership at Quanta has craft skilled...

Prioritizing People Across All Network Technologies with Jessica Firestone of Tempest

While the technology industry continues to develop and evolve, it remains that the human element and leveraging a workforce's skills play an important role in allowing the industry to thrive. In today's episode, Jessica Firestone, CEO and President of Tempest shares her vision to...

Developing and Retaining Talent with Larry Moore Jr. of Roaming Networks

Being skilled in attracting and retaining talent is the standard organizations strive for – developing that talent into leaders is a separate feat few can achieve. How does Larry Moore Jr. do it? In this episode, Carrie Charles sits down with the Chief Operating Officer of Roaming...

Cultivating a Growth Mindset to Make a Vision Reality with Kevin Nolan

The key to growth begins with strong leadership. Joining your host, Carrie Charles, is the President of  Vision Technologies, Kevin Nolan. Over twenty years since its humble beginnings of starting in a garage, Vision Technologies now proudly holds its own, boasting nearly 600 employees with...

Building a Better Network by Putting People First with Keith Casey of Motive

To thrive in telecommunications, you must be a problem solver. Join your host Carrie Charles as she interviews Keith Casey, President of Motive Infrastructure Solutions, an organization known for setting the benchmark in excellence and continuous improvement. In this episode, listen along as the...

Aviation Safety in the 5G World with Vance Hilderman of AFuzion

We often associate 5G with the general understanding of how it affects telecommunications -- faster internet speed, widespread coverage, and the internet of things. We get to learn more about the important role 5G plays in the world of aviation in today's episode, as...

Building Momentum with Customer Focus with Monnie McGaffigan of ExteNet

Putting your customer first requires adding value to your customers and relationships every step of the way. Particularly in communications infrastructure, developing a customer-first culture is done through taking the complexity out of what is a very complex business. Joining Carrie Charles today is...

Building the Connected Community of Tomorrow With Kevin Coyne of Summit Broadband

Always a crucial aspect of business, the importance of connection was highlighted when the pandemic hit. Our guest this episode, Kevin Coyne of Summit Broadband, strives to be an instrument in building a connected community of tomorrow with Summit Broadband's products and services. With...

Driving the Digital Workplace through Employee Experience with Dwayne Allen of Unisys

Rising in popularity for years, the pandemic quickly pushed remote work and hybrid flexibility mainstream. With "work from home" options becoming widespread and now expected by job candidates, it's clear that businesses must adapt to the digital workplace. In this episode, Carrie Charles talks...

Four Decades of Antenna Innovation with Minya Gavrilovic

Far superior than just possessing the technology to do something is possessing the ability to accomplish something. In the 5G space, ability is fundamental to innovation and being able to consistently grow and level up. In the latest episode, Minya Gavrilovic joins your host...

Creating a Culture to Disrupt and Innovate with Chris Hillabrant of Tillman

Would you choose to join a startup that's still developing its culture over the well-established company? Christian Hillabrant picked Tillman Infrastructure over other massive opportunities, and it's paying off big time. In this episode, your host Carrie Charles sits down with the Chief Operating...