The North Carolina Goldsboro Global TransPark Economic Development Region has exciting news to share! SQUAN, a leading services provider of design-build infrastructure, maintenance, and repair, for both wireline and wireless network operators, developers, and other related organizations such as municipalities and utilities, has chosen Kinston for one of three deployment center locations in North Carolina. Each service deployment center, when fully staffed, is expected to employ roughly 100 employees. SQUAN-built infrastructure is in some of the best-known and architecturally significant buildings and communities across the U.S.

Technology and connectivity mesh the fabric of our world facilitating what will come next. As network infrastructure becomes more complex, the need for high-speed connectivity exponentially increases. As Smart Cities, the Internet of Things, and A.I. move from novelty to life-enhancing technology, SQUAN is at the forefront – working diligently behind the scenes with the most notable names in telecom to build the future.

Jeff Eiseman, Vice President – Major Accounts, stated, “We here at SQUAN are excited to be part of the Kinston community! Our desire is to be able to fill our employment opportunities with people from the area. We look forward to a long relationship in the Kinston community!”

County Manager Michael James says, “We are honored to welcome SQUAN to Kinston and Lenoir County. Our community is continuing to show itself to be a viable place for industry to locate. We are thankful for the investment being made by SQUAN and for the employment opportunities available to our residents.”

Mark Pope, NCGTPEDR President, expressed his excitement for companies in rural eastern NC. He shared the great news of SQUAN choosing Lenoir County and bringing roughly 100 jobs. “The decision of SQUAN to choose Lenoir County as one of three service deployment centers is a great example of how our region is a prime location for companies looking to strategically locate in Eastern NC.”

This project’s success is a result of a collaborative effort between Lenoir County, the City of Kinston, and the North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region. Together, we celebrate SQUAN and what they bring to Kinston, Lenoir County, and the entire region. This achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to economic growth, job creation, and prosperity for all.

Network infrastructure solutions and services provider, SQUAN, today announced the appointment of Sandra K. (Sandy) Howe to its board of directors. Howe brings extensive experience in the global telecommunications, media, and technology industries to enhance SQUAN’s plans for strategic growth and development advancements.

With over 25 years of industry experience, Howe currently serves as a board director and past-chair, special committee of Minim (NASDAQ: MINM), a smart home solutions provider of hardware and AI-driven software products sold under the Motorola brand. She has held leadership roles at technology companies such as ARRIS, Cisco and Technetix. At ARRIS, a $6.7B telecommunications equipment company, Howe spent over a decade in senior leadership positions, playing a key role in building their leading market position in the broadband industry. Her global roles included time as Senior Vice President of Strategic Market Development, Global Marketing and, later, Senior Vice President and GM of their global retail business.

“Sandy brings a great depth of experience and understanding of the sector, which we believe adds material value to SQUAN,” said Chris Roach, CEO of SQUAN. “We are honored to have her join our board of directors.”

A well-known and highly respected industry executive, Howe also serves on the board of directors of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, which represents the largest cable and media industry companies in all legislative and regulatory matters. For more than a decade, she has also served on the board of The WICT Network and is current chairperson. Within these roles, she serves as an advocate for diversity in the workplace and a role model for STEM.

“SQUAN’s market position and growth potential were key factors in my decision to join the Board,” said Howe regarding the new role. “I see tremendous value in bridging complementary relationships and industry experience to further the company’s strategic growth.”

SQUAN, an industry leader specializing in design/build services for telecommunications and power infrastructure, announced today that the Company has appointed Chris Roach as Chief Executive. Former CEO, Duane Albro becomes Chairman of the Board.

Chris comes to SQUAN with an extensive C-Suite executive background in critical infrastructure services and solutions with an emphasis on power and smart technologies. Having recently served as CEO of Unified Power, he brings board level experience and a legacy of building strength and scale in teams and enhancing performance through systems improvements and process enhancements. Chris holds an MBA from Michigan State University and a BSEET from DeVry University. He has also performed duties as an Advisor and active Board member.

Duane led the Company through substantial growth and multiple strategic acquisitions, and he delivered stability and momentum throughout his tenure at SQUAN. After the November 2020 acquisition of ElecComm in Wilmington, Massachusetts, he and the Board decided to launch a search for a CEO who could lead the business through its next growth phase. As Chairman of the Board, Duane will continue to advise the company on critical aspects of the industry and will play an important role in evaluating additional add-on acquisitions.

“We are excited to have Chris join SQUAN at this critical juncture to bring greater focus on telecommunications and power infrastructure services as the company continues to see smart growth in these parallel sectors,” says Paul Schilpp, Managing Director at RFE Investment Partners. “We are also excited about Duane’s new role as Chairman. We are fortunate to have these respected industry veterans lead SQUAN into the future with a view on leveraging the recent acquisition of ElecComm and building value around the company’s blended view on smart infrastructure.”

SQUAN, an industry leader specializing in telecommunications design/build services for network infrastructure, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of ElecComm (ECC), an electric and communications line construction company, based in Wilmington, Massachusetts, known for its commitment and emphasis on safety and quality control. The two companies have begun the process of integrating their operations and services to provide enhanced services for the electric utility and telecommunications infrastructure sectors throughout New England and New York.

ECC is one of the largest 24/7 underground and overhead high/low voltage electric and communication line construction companies in New England and provides round the clock overhead and underground emergency outage support. Being in business for nearly 20 years, the ECC team has laid and spliced thousands of miles of cable up to 35,000 volts. ECC is UWUA Local 369 company with its core focus on safety, health, and training.

“With the support, resources and operational expertise of the ECC team, SQUAN will further expand into untapped expanses providing high-performing services and execution efforts,” said Keith Pennachio, CSO and EVP of SQUAN. “As we remain focused on growth and creating long-term value, we are confident that ECC is a great strategic addition to the SQUAN family and we look forward to capitalizing on new opportunities and reaching even greater heights together.”

“The convergence of power and telecom infrastructure is inevitable. In joining SQUAN, we see a clear path for ECC to support the company’s position as a smart infrastructure services leader,” said Sean Martin, President of ElecComm. “My father, Steve Martin and I have built a solid foundation at ElecComm. The SQUAN acquisition takes our vision to a higher level, adding greater depth of resources across a broader base of clients”.

Bolstering SQUAN’s extension, ECC will aid the progress of its core infrastructure services business in New England. Together, both companies will work towards providing additional benefits for new and existing clients as they continue to strengthen their existing presence.

About SQUAN
SQUAN combines its unique and in-depth knowledge of network engineering and fiber construction to solve complex and evolving telecommunications problems around macro networks, small-cell, DAS, 5G, IoT and smart cities for wireless, wireline and enterprise customers. SQUAN is focused on the evolution of communications networks of all types and how new technologies are changing the landscape of infrastructure. SQUAN provides design/build and advisory services for backhaul, small-cells, C-RAN, fiber, Right-of-Way, technical installs and maintenance. For more information visit: http://www.squan.com, or contact SQUAN’s Head of Strategy, Keith Pennachio at kpennachio(at)squan(dot)com.

About ElecComm
ElecComm (ECC) is one of the largest 24×7 underground and overhead high/low voltage electric and communications line construction companies in New England. ECC’s storm response team is available 24×7 for both overhead and underground emergency outages bringing power back to life for customers.

ECC is a reputable organization and is the TRUSTED company for both emergency and planned high voltage and communications work. In the 13 years its been in business, its team has laid and spliced thousands of miles of cable up to 35,000 volts. ECC is UWUA Local 369 company with a core focus on safety, health and training. The ECC workforce is highly skilled, and cross trained in order to perform every aspect of electric and communications work in the underground and overhead.

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SQUAN, an industry leader in design/build services for telecommunications network infrastructure, today announced the opening of its new headquarters and warehouse facility in Carlstadt, NJ. The 30,000 square foot facility will allow for current growth, additional near-term expansion and enable immediate scale-up of logistical capacities as well as operational capabilities.

The headquarters proximity to the greater NY metropolitan area will allow for the ease of logistics control over projects across the region and other day-to-day operations. It will also be home to SQUAN’s extensive Executive and Field Operations Team, allowing them to grow into a space more equipped to fulfill the needs of the company.

SQUAN also announced the expansion of its senior leadership team. Jason McEwan will take on the role of vice president of fiber, managing the division’s day-to-day operations ensuring quality and productivity of the crews and working with customers to get SOWs released to SQUAN. Dimce Gorgovski will become executive director and general manager of the northeast. With great depth and understanding of the industry, Dimce’s forward-looking approach will help guide SQUAN into its innovative and competitive leadership position while maintaining daily operations responsibilities. He has extensive experience in telecom infrastructure, 4G, LTE, UMTS, CDMA and Backhaul, as well as a keen understanding of how to drive innovation within the organization. Jeff Eiseman will take over the role of general manager of SQUAN’s fiber construction group, responsible for building fiber splicing and design capabilities. Eiseman brings nearly 30 years of telecom experience across a broad and diverse background in the industry which supplements SQUAN’s growth strategy.

“We are very pleased to reposition our headquarters and warehouse to Carlstadt, NJ. The new space will enable SQUAN to better serve customers and increase our overall capabilities,” said Keith Pennachio, CSO and EVP of SQUAN. “We are very excited about our plans to continue to accelerate the expansion of our business and create increased value for our investors.”

The explosive growth of fiber-to-the-X and small cell/5G densification is well aligned with the total turnkey engineering and construction solutions SQUAN offers, providing the company with a significant growth path, especially with the expansion of the executive team. This convergence of recent events, coupled with professional management, has enabled the company to experience significant annual growth for the past three years. Through organic growth and acquisitions, SQUAN will continue expanding its market areas and network infrastructure service offerings to enterprises, government organizations and service providers across North America.

SQUAN also launched its newly redesigned website that features a streamlined, modern design, enhanced functionality and easy access to essential information. The new website will be updated regularly with company news, changes and other corporate milestones.

About SQUAN
SQUAN combines its unique and in-depth knowledge of network engineering and fiber construction to solve complex and evolving telecommunications problems around macro networks, small cell, DAS, 5G, IoT and smart cities for wireless, wireline and enterprise customers. SQUAN is focused on the evolution of communications networks for wireless, wireline and the componentry within. Services include backhaul, small cells, C-RAN, fiber, right of way and the design, construction and technical installation services that support them.

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SQUAN, a design/build services company for telecommunications network infrastructure, announced yesterday the promotion of Carolyn Hardwick from National Director, Business Development to President, Engineering.

With over two decades of experience in the telecom/wireless industry, Hardwick will support SQUAN’s business expansion efforts. Prior to joining SQUAN, Hardwick served as National Account Director at KGPCo, managing Multiple System Operators in the cable telecommunications sector. She has held director-level positions at both Bluestream Professional Services and SBA Communications Corporation managing client relations, contract negotiation, business strategy, marketing and identification of new revenue opportunities. Other roles include Site Development Manager at Southeast Towers, LLC, property and Construction Manager at AirGate PCS, Alamosa PCS and Sprint-Nextel. Hardwick also serves as President of the Women’s Wireless Leadership Forum.

She is also a member of the global organization Women in Cable Telecommunications, as well as ten state wireless association programs. Hardwick holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from The University of Charleston as well as a Bachelor of Science in Administrative Management from Clemson University.

“Carolyn’s ability to foster long-term executive-level associations, effectively lead dynamic teams and adapt to our fast-paced industry has aided her professional successes and will continue to do so in her new role as President, Engineering,” said SQUAN CSO Keith Pennachio. “Throughout the years, Carolyn has been committed to ensuring SQUAN’s drive for excellence, whether its contract negotiation, client relations, creative approaches or result-driven solutions.”