Early last year, the NYSWA board of directors made an important decision to transfermembership development efforts from a board-led initiative to a committee-focused one. This new structure elevated the level of importance the organization placed on membership and revenue to further the funding available for member programs and contributions to charitable organizations. As a nonprofit, … Read more
Is there a capable and strong workforce to meet the demand for an America that is 100 percent wired for broadband by 2023? This was the burning question that the Broadband Deployment Advisory Committee (BDAC) of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) asked in their 2020 report. The Working Group further found that “considerable doubt has … Read more
As we turn our focus to NYSWA’s 2023 goals, it would be impossible not to recognize thevolunteers who comprise each of our five committees – Workforce Development, Membership and Revenue, Education, Marketing, and Events. Their dedication to carrying out the mission of our organization and commitment to their respective roles is a critical factor in … Read more
As we approach the close of 2022, many people turn their thoughts to the next year – setting business goals or personal resolutions. While I find enjoyment in that practice, I often use this space to reflect on the past 12 months and bring focus to the wins and opportunities that have led to a … Read more
Congratulations to our SUNY Impact Scholarship Spring 2022 winners! The intent of this program is to foster interest among SUNY students for possible careers in the dynamic and growing NY-based wireless telecommunications industry. The NYSWA/SUNY scholarship is open to students with a variety of academic backgrounds in order to develop and recruit young talent to … Read more