Kristen Beckman

The recent enactment of H.R. 1 , also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA), should be a significant boost for the communications industry.

Case Study: Airport As airports have evolved into smart, hyper-connected hubs, the demand for reliable, high-speed connectivity has skyrocketed.

By Joe Kessinger, CEO, HCI Energy When a tower goes dark, so do the customers who rely on it.

As the nation recognizes the contributions and sacrifices of all veterans throughout history and today, WIA salutes all of the veterans working hard to keep our communities connected and is proud to support them. We asked veterans working at our member companies to reflect upon their service and what they learned during their time in the military that prepared them for their eventual career path. Read their thoughts below.

By Kristen Beckman, Director, Editorial & Member Engagement As artificial intelligence transforms industries and economies, one truth has

By Tuoyo Ebigbeyi, VP, Network Operations, American Tower Note: This blog was produced under WIA's Innovation and Technology Council (ITC). The

Laura Halpenny has spent much of her career helping keep the world connected. As founder of Autobahn Towers, she develops the physical backbone of the wireless industry, building sites that expand coverage and capacity as demand continues to surge. But on her nearly four-acre “mini farm” outside Chicago, Halpenny has discovered something just as valuable – the ability to occasionally disconnect.

By Alda Licis, Chief Operating Officer, Verta Note: This blog was produced under WIA's Innovation and Technology Council (ITC). The ITC is

By Brian Ensign, Vice President, Sales, Nextivity Note: This blog was produced under WIA's Innovation and Technology Council (ITC). The ITC

Before there were tower crews, safety protocols and engineered deployments, there was a teenager with a CB radio hobby and a knack for figuring things out, his name – John Paleski.