Peterson Program

Webinar 1:00 - 2:30 PM

Presenters

Steve Peters, Coordinator, Broadband Stakeholder Network and Greater Arizona Educational Leadership organization
Jeff Sobotka, Vice President and State Broadband Director, Arizona Commerce Authority
Brian Smith, General Field Representative for USDA Arizona / New Mexico - Telecommunications Program
Rural Development
Paul Fleming, COO & Vice President of Wecom Inc. and Data-Max Wireless.

Welcome and Introductions

Welcome - Steve Peters, Coordinator, Broadband Stakeholder Network and Greater Arizona Educational Leadership organization
Overview and benefits of the Arizona Broadband Stakeholder Network
Contact: aticarizona@gmail.com 520-321-1309

Jeff Sobotka, Vice President and State Broadband Director, Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA)

The ACA is working to expand the state's digital infrastructure statewide to improve the economy and quality of life of today’s Arizonans. As Broadband Director, Jeff is responsible for strategically managing relationships with state government agencies, local leaders, telecommunications carriers, federal communications policymakers, and nonprofits to advance the expansion of Broadband statewide. Jeff is coordinating broadband development activities in partnership with local communities, state and local government stakeholders, and the private sector to streamline regulatory hurdles and maximizes strategic broadband funding for Arizona. Jeff has 25 years in telecom having worked for ILECs, CLECs, WISPs and Cellular Carriers.
Questions - Comments
Contact: JeffS@azcommerce.com, Phone : 602-845-1287, Mobile : 602-432-0004

Brian Smith, USDA Telecommunications Program

General Field Representative for USDA Arizona / New Mexico - Telecommunications Program
Rural Development
Contact: Brian.Smith@wdc.usda.gov Phone : 623-293-0913

Paul Fleming, COO & Vice President of Wecom Inc. and Data-Max Wireless

WeCom is the recipient of $1,666,438.00 Re-Connect grant to serve Peach Springs, AZ. Wecom Inc. started as a small telecommunications business in 1958. We offer 8 major services across 6 industries throughout the Southwestern United States, primarily serving Arizona and Nevada. Wecom Industries include: Fiber Optic/Microwave Ethernet and Internet IP Networks, Tower Construction, Tower Site Leasing, Cellular and LTE Construction Services, Two-Way Radio and Radio Dispatch, TV Translator and Public Broadcast
Contact: Phone 928.377.5073 paul@wecominc.com wecominc.com / datamaxwireless.com