Carrie Charles

 Success in the world of technology requires not just innovation, but also strategic partnerships, skilled negotiations, and a relentless pursuit of growth. It's about having the right people, the right intentions, and always staying relevant in an ever-changing landscape. In this episode of 5G Talent Talk with Carrie Charles, we're joined by Paul Ruppert, a Harvard graduate, skilled negotiator, CPaaS veteran, and holder of two tech patents. Paul shares his secrets to scaling startups from zero to billion-dollar valuations, including how to negotiate high-stakes deals, build strategic partnerships, and stay relevant in a rapidly changing industry. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, adapting to new technologies, and always looking for ways to improve your skills. Tune in and learn from Paul how to drive growth and succeed in the world of technology.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

Traditionally speaking, the telecommunications industry has been male-dominated with C-suite and corporate board room positions filled predominantly by men. But for women in telecom, this doesn't mean that the C-Suite is out of reach. Joining host Carrie Charles for this episode of 5G Talent Talk is Eugina Jordan, CMO of Telecom Infra Project, to discuss her journey on climbing that corporate ladder and breaking into the C-Suite. In the interview, Eugina discusses her path to the C-Suite, making note of the key skills needed to succeed and the importance of building relationships. Though this conversation is specific to women in the industry, the valuable insights and lessons on authenticity, imposter syndrome, personal branding, networking, and more make for an engaging episode beneficial to anyone looking to advance their career.Listen to the podcast episode below for the full conversation, and make sure to check out her new book "UNLIMITED: The 17 Proven Laws for Success in a Workplace That Was Not Designed for You", coming out May 2023.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 in this rapidly evolving field.In this episode, you'll learn about the key skills and knowledge that are in high demand for 5G jobs, the role of lifelong learning in building a successful career in telecom, and the importance of mentorship and collaboration for advancing diversity and inclusion in the workplace. In this episode, Leticia shares her insights on how companies can attract and retain top talent in a highly competitive market, and why embracing innovation is essential for staying ahead in the fast-paced world of 5G.Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in the industry, tune in to 5G Talent Talk and gain valuable insights and inspiration for transforming your career and your organization in the new world of work. Follow Leticia at leticialatino.comhttp://www.leticialatino.com/Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.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 to paving the way for the future of telecom. He shares how Y-COM has evolved to stay ahead of the curve, connecting the dots between the trends and providing cutting-edge solutions to their clients. He discusses how Y-COM navigates the challenging labor market to recruit and retain top talent. Do you want to hear more about the latest trends and future outlook of the telecom industry? Tune in to this episode to hear Y-COM's role in shaping the future of connectivity with Chad Rasmussen.You can connect with Chad Rasmussen on LinkedIn!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 challenges many business leaders are facing in developing company culture, and explore the strategies and solutions needed for success.In this dynamic conversation, they tackle discussions of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging in the workplace, delving into the importance of elevating women into leadership positions, the future of remote work, and engaging the next generation of employees.This episode is a must-listen for leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve in our ever-evolving world of work. Listen along for valuable insights on developing a culture that supports growth and innovation to thrive for the next decade.For more business leadership insights from Claudia Chan:Follow Claudia's whole-life leadership on Instagram: @ClaudiaChanWagnerSign up for her newsletter at ClaudiaChan.com for spontaneous leadership messagesCheck out her book, "This Is How We Rise"Listen to her "How We Rise" leadership podcast

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 years of working for a telecom giant, Michael founded his own startup. He is responsible for starting and growing multiple companies as well. In this conversation, Michael shares a couple of his secret tricks and strategies that he used to help companies grow and generate revenue. He also talks about the company culture at Bluebird that is anchored on four key values. There is a lot more lessons to glean from this industry veteran. Join in and get some!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 experts and co-hosts of the 5G Guys podcast. In this episode, the duo provide valuable insights on what to expect in the year ahead through workforce challenges, threat of recession, and return-to-office. They discuss the current approach to a lack of 5G developers and enthusiasts, why adopting a hybrid business model is ideal for this year, and how to implement a healthy workplace culture. 

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 the factors slowing the expansion of 5G, the digital divide and the expansion of broadband network accessibility in rural areas, and the future of the edge for telecom. Finally, Tony shares his wisdom on strategies that leaders must take as the workforce continues to change. Tune in to this conversation to gain more insights about technology, sustainability, and leadership.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 focused on the professional and engineering services in digital infrastructure. In today's episode, host Carrie Charles is joined by Chris Larocca, CEO and President of Network Connex. Listen along as Chris describes the strategies Network Connex uses to competitive in this multibillion-dollar market, and learn more about the role that organizational and talent development plays in attracting and retaining a skilled workforce. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 Mission Labs. Follow along as the two discuss the telecommunications industry and the future of Mission Labs across Europe, and learn a little more about CircleLoop, Mission Labs' cloud-based business phone system aiming to replace traditional phone systems. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 aims to deliver unique alternative solutions for sustainability in their commitment to innovation within the industry. Tune in to this episode of 5G Talent Talk as Scott and Carrie discuss the future of DartPoints’ growth, company culture, leadership and hiring strategy in this new world of work.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 has established a team of trusted experts to design and build turnkey networks, and provide tech-enabled infrastructure services that target real customer pain points and inefficiencies. Essentia believes that great people are at the core of successful networks and that they've found the best. Under Lindon's leadership, Essentia has been named a Great Place to Work® among other distinctions and awards. Be sure to check out this episode of 5G Talent Talk with Carrie Charles to hear more from Lindon Hayes on talent retention, servant leadership, and investing in your organization's culture.

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 undeniable. With 40,000 cell phone towers, 85,000 route miles of fiber and over 115,000 small cells in some sort of deployment, Crown Castle’s network is always expanding. In this episode of 5G Talent Talk with Carrie Charles, Kelly Brewer shares her career journey leading to Crown Castle, her perspective on the changes in the industry over recent years, and where she thinks communications infrastructure will be going in the future. Carrying a unique perspective of having one foot each in construction and tech, Kelly shares her interesting insights on leadership in a rapidly evolving industry. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 3 markets when it was acquired in 2016. Years later, Databank is now one of the largest private data center platforms in the US, with 65+ data centers located within 100 miles of more than 60% of the US population, modular/micro-data centers that can be placed beneath any 5G tower, and 20 major interconnect hubs.Raul takes us behind the curtain, sharing what drove this growth in just a short period of time. Next, Raul and Carrie discuss DataBank's strategy for attracting, engaging and retaining talent in this new world of work. Finally, Raul looks at the future, sharing his thoughts on the next stage of evolution for the internet and the convergence of digital infrastructures. Hint: the next ten years will be just as much of a change as the last few years.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 Charles as she speaks with Ubicquia CEO, Ian Aaron and learn about the latest technology that is driving 5G and making a difference in our world.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 labor on their resume at some point. At Quanta Services, people are the heart of everything they do, embracing differences and supporting an environment where all employees are valued. In this episode, Rob shares an industry perspective to help companies create effective solutions and develop fantastic teams in the organization. He shares valuable insights on understanding how people work and what motivates them to unleash their potential. Listen along to learn more on building excellent leadership and critical strategies for business success and growth.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 provide complete management of maintenance programs, explore new relationships and to expand internationally. At the heart of her growth goals is the importance of prioritizing people and utilizing their strengths. Finally, in their conversation about a people-first culture, Jessica and our host Carrie Charles discuss how organizations can use hybrid work schedules to their advantages.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 Networks to discuss the “Roaming culture” they’ve developed and how it has paved the way for increasing retention. The two also discuss the servant leadership Larry practices, and how he mentors his employees into higher-level roles. Tune in to learn more about the healthy workplace practices infused in their culture that promote diversity, engagement, and development.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 annual revenues exceeding $153.1M in 2021. The successes of Vision Technologies can be attributed to direction from leadership and the commitment to fostering an effective work culture. In this episode, Kevin describes the guidance necessary for an organization to thrive, and the style of operating with a growth mindset with a drive to achieve goals. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

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 two discuss how previous military experience applies now to their roles as leaders in the telecommunications industry, the best practices for talent acquisition and retention, the importance of communication, and proven effective leadership strategies.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/