Telecom Leaders to Watch in 2026
Recognizing the visionaries, innovators, and change-makers shaping the future of global telecommunications.
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Brent Williams
Surf Internet
Brent WilliamsBrent Williams
Brent Williams
Ben Dold
Midcontinent
Ben DoldBen Dold
Ben Dold
Brian Worthen
Visionary Communications Inc
Brian WorthenBrian Worthen
Brian Worthen
Brent R. Orme
PURE communications
Brent R. OrmeBrent R. Orme
Brent R. Orme
Christopher Denzin
Ziply Fiber
Christopher DenzinChristopher Denzin
Christopher Denzin
Chris Proctor
Windstream
Chris ProctorChris Proctor
Chris Proctor
Carla French
TruVista
Carla FrenchCarla French
Carla French
Dr Alexander Vogt
Alaska Communications
Dr Alexander VogtDr Alexander Vogt
Dr Alexander Vogt
Crystal S.
Wecom Fiber
Crystal S.Crystal S.
Crystal S.
Gandhali Bage
Frontier Internet
Gandhali BageGandhali Bage
Gandhali Bage
Jason Pettit
TCT Broadband Kansas
Jason PettitJason Pettit
Jason Pettit
George Spengler
Lyte Fiber, LLC
George SpenglerGeorge Spengler
George Spengler
Jeffrey Marston
Mainstream Fiber Networks
Jeffrey MarstonJeffrey Marston
Jeffrey Marston
Ian Linthicum
Comcast
Ian LinthicumIan Linthicum
Ian Linthicum
Jeff DeMond
Archtop Fiber
Jeff DeMondJeff DeMond
Jeff DeMond
Jeff McElfresh
AT&T
Jeff McElfreshJeff McElfresh
Jeff McElfresh
Latosha Letchaw, MHA
Frontier Communications
Latosha Letchaw, MHALatosha Letchaw, MHA
Latosha Letchaw, MHA
Joe Fanguy
Blackfoot Communications
Joe FanguyJoe Fanguy
Joe Fanguy
Jim Peoples
Imperial Home Improvements, LLC
Jim PeoplesJim Peoples
Jim Peoples
Joshua Beug
Copper Valley Telecom
Joshua BeugJoshua Beug
Joshua Beug
John Stankey
AT&T
John StankeyJohn Stankey
John Stankey
Jody Craft
LiveOak Fiber
Jody CraftJody Craft
Jody Craft
Paul Fenaroli
Alaska Communications
Paul FenaroliPaul Fenaroli
Paul Fenaroli
Michael Petty
TruVista
Michael PettyMichael Petty
Michael Petty
Manuel Sampedro
Uniti Fiber
Manuel SampedroManuel Sampedro
Manuel Sampedro
For Telecom executives, this recognition platform sets a new benchmark. It brings together influential CEOs, VPs, and senior leaders whose decisions, strategies, and vision are shaping the future of global connectivity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telecom Leaders to Watch 2026?
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Telecom Leaders to Watch 2026 is an invitation only recognition program honoring senior telecom executives whose leadership is shaping the industry’s future.

Is this an open nomination or application-based award?
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No. This recognition is curated through independent research and industry analysis. It does not accept applications or nominations.

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Who is eligible for recognition?
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The program recognizes CEOs, Vice Presidents, Directors, and senior decision-makers across the telecom ecosystem.

Is there an awards ceremony?
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Selected honorees are formally recognized through a curated industry platform and event. Details are shared directly with invitees.

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How can I stay connected with the Evento Awards community?
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Stay connected with us by following our Evento LinkedIn page for updates, industry insights, and networking opportunities.

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