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Telecommunications Industry TherapyBehind the Scenes at NATE: Insights from Todd SchlekewayTodd Schlekeway, President and CEO of NATE, joins us to discuss the organization’s major accomplishments in 2024 and what he takes the most pride in. We also take a behind-the-scenes look at NATE's structure and highlight some of the key individuals who contribute to its success. Additionally, Todd provides insights into what to expect in 2025, including the upcoming NATE Unite show in FebruaryTo learn more visit tifonline.org 2025-02-0418 minTelecommunications Industry TherapyAn Overview of NATE’s Organization with Todd SchlekewayTodd Schlekeway, President & CEO of NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association, provides us an overview of the organization, the key pillars that guide them, and how NATE’s recent rebranding has enabled them to achieve their mission. Todd also provides insight into the key challenges contractors are currently facing and what NATE is doing to help those individuals and their companies. Lastly, Todd gives us a sneak peak at what we can expect at the upcoming NATE Unite show in Memphis. To learn more visit tifonline.org 2024-01-2224 min
Tower TechniciansNATE Unite 2023 with Todd SchlekewayTodd Schlekeway was hired by NATE due to his background in the legislative and regulatory arena, and he was determined to learn all he could about the industry. After attending a three-day authorized climber rescue training, he developed a passion for safety advocacy and the industry. Since then, he has climbed the ladder and is now the CEO. Todd is proud to have NATE represent the industry and workforce contractors in the highest levels of government, and he encourages NATE members to diversify their customer base in order to have a sustainable career. He is also investing i...2023-02-2724 min
OnRadio PodcastEpisode 31: "What does NATE do for you?" with Todd Schlekeway CEO of NATE Pt. 2Todd talks with OnRadio about what it takes to run a successful safety program and how legislation and regulation effects the industry. 2022-09-1518 minOnRadio PodcastEpisode 30: Exclusive on NATE UNITE 2023 with Todd Schlekeway CEO of NATE Pt. 1Join us OnRadio with NATE's own Todd Schlekeway as he talks about the founding of NATE, what NATE does, and what is happening at next years NATE UNITE show!2022-09-0814 min
Explain to ShaneCommunications infrastructure and America’s connected future (with Todd Schlekeway)What does federal broadband funding mean for the physical side of US internet networks? How do interagency battles over next-generation network deployment impact the daily operations of tower climbers, technicians, and engineers?Shane interviews Todd Schlekeway, president and CEO of NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association, on the latest episode of “Explain to Shane.” They discuss how NATE’s members are navigating today’s telecommunications policy issues and working to power both our wired and wireless future networks2022-02-1523 min
Tower Talks with Inside Towers#59 - Inside Towers Workforce Development Pro PanelIf you missed last week's highly-attended Pro Panel you can now capture the key takeaways here on our Tower Talks Podcast. Panelists included Cesar Ruiz, President & CEO, Learning Alliance Corporation, Todd Schlekeway, President & CEO, NATE, Heather Gastelum, Sr. Manager, National Site Safety, T-Mobile, Jonathan Eastman, President, VIKOR , Support the show2021-06-071h 02Tower Talks with Inside Towers#44 - 3 Questions with Johnny Broadband - A Workforce Discussion with NATE's Todd Schlekeway and Consultant Dr. Gemma FrockWe all rely heavily on our internet service and wireless devices to stay connected, especially through this pandemic.With mobile data demand surging and 5G deployments ramping up, the need for qualified tower technicians to install and test wireless network infrastructure is greater than ever.Yet there is a critical shortage of tower techs. Thousands more are needed.NATE- The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association recently conducted its 2020 Workforce Survey to find out where its members stand on handling increased field work and importantly, the challenges these contractors face in hiring and sustaining field...2020-12-1423 min
Let's Get Digital with Carrie CharlesNeed For Tower Workers With Todd ShlekewayEpisode 12: How NATE is tackling the 5G Labor ShortageGuest Todd Schlekeway, Executive Director of NATEIt’s a slow climb to train enough tower technicians. FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr says the U.S. 5G rollout requires 20,000 of them. Unfortunately, that many technicians simply do not exist today. As a result, rollouts are stalling.This week’s guest, Todd Schlekeway, is well-acquainted with this problem. Todd is the Executive Director of the National Association of Tower Erectors (NATE). And he says not a week goes by without someone calling to ask where they can...2020-02-0524 minTower Talks with Inside TowersTower Talks #24 - From the Beltway with Todd SchlekewayInside Towers Washington Bureau Chief Leslie Stimson sits down with NATE Managing Director Todd Schlekeway to discuss the testimony presented by industry representatives on Capitol Hill last week and the upcoming NATE UNITE 2020 Conference in Raleigh, NC. Also, the upcoming NATE show (February 17-20) is the association’s 25th convention and the first time the event is coming to North Carolina. NATE has special sessions on the evolving nature of the industry and surprise speakers in store for attendees. To register for NATE Unite click here. Support the show2020-01-2819 minTower Talks with Inside TowersTower Talks #8 - Todd SchlekewayInside Towers Washington Bureau Chief Leslie Stimson interviews NATE Executive Director Todd Schlekeway about training pathways for new tower workers.Support the show2019-04-2009 min
Tower Talks with Inside TowersTower Talks #1 - Todd SchlekewayInside Towers Managing Editor, Jim Fryer, hosts Tower Talks with it's first guest Todd Schlekeway, Executive Director of NATE. Schlekeway discusses the recent NATE conference and the upcoming ‘D.C. Fly-In’ held for NATE members, looking to connect with their political representatives. Support the show2019-03-1518 min