Come join us for a Brown Bag Lunch and Learn! In the cellular world we have been hearing about 5G for a few years now. Our guest speaker has been at the center of the wireless space and helped to develop a number of critical services. He will discuss how is it being implemented and what does next G look like? This will be followed by questions and answers.
This month on October 23rd from 12:00 - 1:00 we will be meeting at Atlanta Tech park, 107 Technology Parkway, Peachtree Corners. This is a free event. Feel free to come, bring your lunch and learn about where the wireless world is taking us.
Our speaker this month is Brian is a distinguished AT&T Fellow and Assistant Vice President at AT&T. With over two decades of experience in forecasting and analyzing technology trends, including 5G, Next G, IoT, and cybersecurity, Brian focuses on enabling global connectivity through softwarization, public safety initiatives, and national security solutions. Brian's contributions are pivotal to mission-critical services such as FirstNet, earthquake early warning systems, wireless emergency alerts, and innovative IoT applications like C-V2X and UAS/UAVs. As a thought leader in telecommunications, he collaborates with industry, government, and defense stakeholders to identify disruptive innovations and their impact on global technology landscapes. With a deep understanding of standards and industry alliances, Brian plays a key role in strategy development. He leverages coalitions across global enterprises, interacts with C-level executives, and engages with high level government leaders, including the White House, Congress, DoD, and FCC. His direction of AT&T’s global strategy in industry standards showcases his prowess as a technology visionary within the global standards landscape. Brian's expertise spans emerging technologies and industry trends over the next 5 to 10 years. His focus includes critical areas such as public safety, mission-critical services for FirstNet, wireless emergency alerts, earthquake early warning systems, C-V2X, UAVs, cybersecurity, National Security Emergency Preparedness (NSEP), and critical infrastructure protection. His extensive involvement in high-profile programs includes collaborations with the DHS, DISA, NATO, and DoD. Brian is a pivotal contributor to the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS), serving on the Board, TOPS Council, and Standards Committees, where his efforts have led to driving industry direction and the implementation of essential industry standards. He holds key appointments on the FCC’s Technological Advisory Council (TAC), co-leading the 6G Working Group, and the Communications Reliability, Security, and Interoperability Council (CSRIC), where he co-leads the 6G Security Working Group. Additionally, Brian co-leads the National Spectrum Consortium’s 5G Working Group and is an active member of the FBI’s InfraGard partnership. His industry leadership roles further include co-chairing the O RAN Alliance Technical Steering Committee, the Next G Alliance Steering Group, and the GSM Association’s North American Fraud Forum and Security Group. He previously co-chaired the ANSI Unmanned Aircraft Systems Standardization Collaborative Critical Infrastructure & Environment Working Group. Brian’s academic credentials include a B.S.E. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Arizona State University, with specializations in communication systems and advanced electromagnetic engineering. He holds an FAA Part 107 remote pilot certification and an FCC Extra Class amateur radio license. As a 2nd Lt. in the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary/Civil Air Patrol, Brian serves as Assistant Aerospace Education Officer and Assistant Communications Officer for his squadron. Additionally, he is the AT&T coordinator for the Department of Homeland Security’s SHAred RESources (SHARES) High Frequency (HF) Radio Program and a U.S. Army NETCOM Military Affiliated Radio System auxiliarist. In recognition of his contributions to the field, Brian has been honored with the ATIS President’s Award, the ANSI Meritorious Service Award, and the NG911 Institute Industry/Private Sector Award for his leadership in emergency communications. His prolific career is further evidenced by over 180 issued patents in telecommunications, public safety, and cybersecurity. Brian’s dedication and achievements underscore his significant impact on the telecommunications industry and his commitment to advancing technology for a safer and more connected world.
Please sign up, or reach out to us at; Paul@sherpawerx.com or 770-331-5494.