#458 Ultra Wideband & the Future of Telecom with Kyle Malady, EVP at Verizon
Today we’re talking to Kyle Malady, EVP & President of Global Network & Technology at Verizon; and we discuss Verizon’s rollout of ultra wideband and millimeter wave technology, the R&D labs working on cool tech within Verizon, and what to expect in the future of telecom.
All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast!
To learn more about Verizon's technology, check them out at https://verizon5glabs.com
About Kyle Malady:
Kyle Malady is the EVP of Global Networks and Technology and CTO of Verizon leading more than 45,000 dedicated employees. His organization leads Verizon's efforts in building the 5G network, the platform for 21st century innovation. He is responsible for the nation's leading wireless network, the nation’s largest residential fiber broadband service in FiOS, and a vast IP network serving global customers in over 145 countries, making up the Intelligent Edge Network. He is also responsible for VZ's product development including the development of Mobile Edge Compute. Additionally, he oversees the VZ Information Technology systems, including the digital transformation of customer and employee systems.
Malady began his career in the late 80's as a cell site technician for NYNEX Mobile Communications, which became Bell Atlantic Mobile and turned into Verizon Wireless through mergers. During his tenure he has held a variety of positions in operations, planning, technology, engineering and finance. Most recently, Kyle was head of the Core Engineering and Operations organization within GN&T. There he was responsible for the planning, design and operation of Verizon’s global voice, data and IP networks as well as the engineering and operation of the Intelligent Edge Network.
Kyle has also served as Verizon’s vice president of New Product Development, with responsibility for developing core technologies that enabled new products and services. Under his leadership, Verizon launched platforms such as VCast Music and Video, VZ Navigator, Push to Talk, VZ MobileWeb, the Verizon App Store and other platforms that served as the springboards for the next generation of wireless data services. He was instrumental in developing and commercializing 4G LTE.
About Verizon:
As one of the world’s leading providers of technology, communications, information and entertainment products, Verizon is transforming the way people, businesses and things connect. Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of technology, and the space to create within every role. We’re a diverse network of people driven by our aspirations and shared purpose, committed to shaping the future. Together, we are moving the world forward — and you can too. Pursue your ambitions and shape your future in a career here.