Watch a recent AT&T Policy Forum discussion about the role of network modernization in meeting today and tomorrow’s connectivity needs.
For decades, evolving network technology has been the catalyst for the way people and businesses connect. It’s critical to modernize our infrastructure and networks to meet the communications and connectivity needs of today and tomorrow. Rhonda Johnson, Head of Federal Regulatory Relations, AT&T, provided opening remarks about AT&T’s role in connectivity and the power modern networks have in meeting the connectivity needs of today and tomorrow.
This was followed by a Fireside Chat with Jonathan Spalter, President & CEO, USTelecom and Chris Sambar, Head of Network, AT&T about the importance of getting the right policy approach to seamlessly transition to next-generation networks.
A panel discussion led by Tech Brew’s Kelcee Griffis and panelists Karen Marsh, Director, Analysis and Capacity Division, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Kevin Thompson, COO, Global Enabling Sustainability Initiative, and Saad Chaudhry, Chief Digital & Information Officer, Luminis Health discussed how data-driven planning and modern networks are needed to meet today’s demands for healthier, more sustainable and more resilient communities.
![Rhonda Johnson Headshot](https://www.attconnects.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Rhonda-Johnson-66x66.jpg)
Rhonda Johnson
Head of Federal Regulatory Relations, External & Legislative Affairs – AT&T Services, Inc.
![Chris Sambar Headshot](https://www.attconnects.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Chris-Sambar-e1715374306538-66x66.jpg)
Chris Sambar
Head of Network, Executive Vice President, Technology Operations – AT&T
![Jonathan Spalter Headshot](https://www.attconnects.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Jonathan-Spalter-e1715374469514-66x66.jpg)
Jonathan Spalter
President and CEO – USTelecom
![Kelcee Griffis Headshot](https://www.attconnects.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Kelcee-Griffis-e1715374599293-66x66.jpg)
Kelcee Griffis
Connectivity Reporter – Tech Brew
Karen Marsh
Director, Analysis and Capacity Division – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
![Kevin Thompson Headshot](https://www.attconnects.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Kevin-Thompson-66x66.jpg)
Kevin Thompson
Chief Operations Officer - Global Enabling Sustainability Initiative (GeSI)
![Saad Chaudhry Headshot](https://www.attconnects.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Saad-Chaudhry-66x66.jpg)
Saad Chaudhry
Chief Digital and Information Officer - Luminis Health