2026 SPEAKERS

Matt Ames is a member of the law firm of Hubacher Ames & Taylor, PLLC.  Beginning in the 1990s, Mr. Ames has represented the interests of the real estate industry in a series of proceedings at the FCC dealing with access to property, including the Over-the-Air Reception Devices, competitive...

Rush is an experienced telecom executive with 30 years experience specializing in the multifamily telecom & technology sector. A proven sales and thought leader with a strong track record of success, dedicated to helping multifamily owners and developers maximize resident satisfaction and...

Dr. Bill Chapman was named the London Independent School District superintendent in June 2024 and is completing his 14th year as a superintendent in Texas.  He also served as a school administrator in Coldspring, Willis, and Huntsville. Before he became a school administrator, he was a teacher and...

Chris Chase is the CEO of Discernity, a company dedicated to delivering high-speed, managed fiber connectivity and Wi-Fi solutions that transform multi-family communities. Guided by the principle “Where Integrity Meets Innovation,” Discernity partners with property owners and managers to enhance...

Bryant Clayton serves as the Broadband Development Office director. Clayton first joined the Comptroller’s office in 2011. He most recently served as assistant director of the Unclaimed Property Division. There, he and his team implemented an award-winning online application allowing Texans to...

Abby Crawford is the CEO of Foundation Creative, a marketing firm dedicated to helping telecom and infrastructure companies turn visibility into growth. She specializes in positioning complex services clearly and building strategic marketing systems that shorten sales cycles and connect companies...

Curtis has been involved in community broadband since the late 1990s. He is passionate about the benefits that invariably are derived from the accountability provided when local needs are front and center, whether in public or private partnerships. Curtis holds a Bachelor of Arts from Buena Vista...

Erin Fitzgerald Dobozy joined NRECA as a Regulatory Affairs Director for Broadband in June 2025. A native North Dakotan, Erin’s parents and grandparents were members of McLean Electric Cooperative, Inc. for more than fifty years. Erin joined NRECA from the Federal Communications Commission, where...

Andrew Dunn is Regional Vice President of Sales for SmartMDU at Calix, where he works closely with broadband service providers, property owners, and operators to improve how connectivity is planned, delivered, and experienced in multifamily communities.  With deep experience in the MDU...

Carroll Faulkner, P.E., grew up in Pecos — the little West Texas town that hosted the world's first rodeo in 1883. The places he works today look a lot like the place he came from: small towns where "just call the major carrier" isn't an answer. For more than twenty years...

Lan Nguyen Fullerton is a Senior Attorney with over a decade of experience representing landlords across California. Known for her sharp regulatory instincts and litigation acumen, Lan has built a practice centered on helping multi-family operators stay ahead of an increasingly complex legal...

John George is a seasoned professional with over 40 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Business Development at Lightera, John is a dynamic leader with a proven track record of driving business growth and fostering strategic...

Josh currently leads Mass Markets In-Home Connectivity Product Management for AT&T’s Consumer customers. His team of product professionals delivers the Broadband product strategy and roadmaps for the total home internet portfolio. This includes Broadband hardware, firmware and management...

Greg has helped clients plan for and obtain access to federal resources to ensure they can serve their communities.  For the past 25 years he has worked for the Federal Communications Commission, in private practice and for a non-profit advocating for helping all people gain access to robust...

Trey Hayes was named Grid Investment & Connectivity Director for Alabama Power in 2025 and leads the planning, construction, project management, business development, and net income growth activities across all Southern Company Connectivity sectors, in addition to underground construction for...

Earnie Holtrey is an infrastructure and government relations leader with extensive experience shaping broadband and utility expansion policy at the state and local levels. During his five years with the State of Indiana, including serving as Deputy Director of the Indiana Broadband Office, Earnie...

Hello! My name is Kirsten Kampmeier, and I am a GIS Data Analyst with rural non-profit, Bastrop County Cares. My work focuses on geospatial analysis, interactive mapping, and community-centered data collection. Through the Bastrop County Broadband Internet Task Force, our team synthesized and...

Brent Legg serves as Executive Vice President of Connected Nation and Group Lead for IXP.US, the organization’s initiative to develop carrier-neutral Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) in underserved and strategically important U.S. markets. In that role, he leads efforts to advance next-generation...

Bree Maki was appointed by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz in October of 2022 to serve as the Executive Director of the Office of Broadband Development. She previously served as a Senior Outreach Director and the State Broadband and Telecommunications Director for Minnesota US Senator Tina Smith, and...

Nick Maynard serves as the Co-founder and CEO of US Ignite, where he leads the organization in its mission to accelerate technological innovation and strengthen regional economic development. In his previous role as COO, Maynard was instrumental in building out the US Ignite Communities program and ...

Scott McGee is the Founder of Connext Strategies, where he advises multifamily ownership groups, operators, and providers on broadband, managed WiFi, and PropTech strategy. With more than 20 years in telecom and connectivity, Scott helps his clients avoid expensive mistakes, unnecessary...

Francella Ochillo is a public interest attorney and policy strategist working at the forefront of technology, democracy, and economic opportunity. Over the past decade, she has influenced local, state, and federal broadband implementation, advised lawmakers on data privacy and emerging technology...

Joel Ogren is the CEO and founder of Assured Communications (ASSURED). Joel has over 38 years of experience working within the Information and Communications Technology industry in both public and private entities. Joel has spent much of his career working with and for various agencies assisting...

Mr. Pearce joined Waterton in 2013 and serves as executive vice president of information technology. In this role, Mr. Pearce is responsible for all technology used at the corporate offices, our multifamily communities and senior living facilities. He oversees the support of all technology in...

Mark Pearson serves as Broadband Coordinator for Communities Unlimited, a nonprofit community development organization serving across the Southern US (AL, AR, LA, MS, OK, TN, TX).  CU’s Broadband Team helps local communities to understand broadband access and needs, the historic investments...

Yury Pukha is CEO of Intelligent Edge Consulting (IEC), where he drives innovative growth strategies and digital transformation for clients in the fintech, telecom, and utilities sectors. A passionate researcher of new business models, Yury holds a PhD in Management from ESCP Business School and an ...

Tom Roper is a Senior Account Manager for MDU at RUCKUS NETWORKS focused on helping multifamily owners, operators, and service providers design and deploy high-performance managed Wi-Fi solutions. With extensive experience in managed services, large portfolio deployments, IoT integration, and MDU...

Jeff has been at the forefront of the intersection between aging and technology for more than 19 years. He’s had the opportunity to hold several diverse roles, working in retirement communities, community-based organizations, and even a startup, all dedicated to the well-being of older adults. Jeff ...

Ryan Salmon is a dedicated public servant and advocate for digital opportunity with a strong focus on the role broadband access plays in fostering community development. Since joining Harris County Universal Services in April 2024, Ryan has contributed to developing and implementing the County’s...

Rick Seemann is the VP of Product Management at Sonar Software, where he leads the strategic direction of the platform and focuses on how Sonar connects with the systems, data, and workflows ISPs depend on to operate and scale. He began his career as the first outside hire at a startup...

Josh Siddon VP, IT Architecture | MAA – Mid-America Apartment Communities Josh Siddon serves as Vice President of IT Architecture at MAA (Mid-America Apartment Communities), an S&P 500 multifamily REIT with more than 100,000 units across 16 states. In his role, Josh leads the architecture and...

Since earning her master’s in sociology from the University of Toledo in 1997, Angela has been in the field we now call “digital inclusion.” Starting with setting up computer labs in underserved areas and managing local digital inclusion programs, Angela’s first-hand knowledge led her to consult...

Annie Sirski is a consultant supporting clients to successfully navigate a range of technology, infrastructure, and research projects across the grant lifecycle.  She is passionate about community-centered efforts that provide resilient, accessible infrastructure. Recent wins for her clients...

Bob is the Senior Manager – Tariffs and Training for NECA, where he is a regular speaker at state and national association meetings and is supervisor of NECA training nationally. Prior to being a part of Tariffs and Training team, Bob was Manager – Member Services and USF coordinator for the...

With over 15 years in the multifamily real estate industry, Andrea founded Livsee to transform the rental experience with tools that simplify leasing for renters and optimize occupancy for operators. Before launching Livsee, Andrea led innovation and ancillary services for leading...

Dr. Nicol Turner Lee is a senior fellow in Governance Studies, the director of the Center for Technology Innovation (CTI) and co-editor of the TechTank blog and podcast at the Brookings Institution, which is a global think tank headquartered in Washington, D.C. She is also the founder of the AI...

Dean Wolfe is the Vice President of Technology & Vendor Relations at Choice, where he has been a key contributor since 2010. In his role, Dean provides strategic leadership in technology, oversees all vendor relationships, and takes the lead on special projects, ensuring the company’s...

Ed Wolff is a transformative leader at the intersection of multifamily real estate and technology, currently serving as CEO of Aerwave-the next-generation managed Wi-Fi platform powering seamless digital experiences for apartment communities nationwide. With over 25 years of executive...

Adam Zacks is a multifamily connectivity and digital media strategist focused on how broadband, streaming, and resident experience are reshaping the economics of modern housing communities. As SVP of Sales & Strategic Partnerships at Sky Connect, he advises owners, operators, technology...