Randall René
Speaker
Randall René is the Industry Solutions Director for Telecommunications at Esri, where he helps communication service providers unlock the power of GIS to improve operations, collaboration, and connectivity. A U.S. Army veteran with over 25 years in telecom and cable—including 18 years at Comcast—Randall brings deep field experience and strategic insight to every conversation. He holds an MBA from George Fox University and is pursuing a doctorate at Liberty University. A passionate advocate for digital equity, Randall is dedicated to helping communities nationwide bridge the digital divide through innovative geospatial solutions.

Featured Sessions
03:30 PM
18 June 2025
03:30 PM-05:00 PM
M7
This session takes a deep dive into the core tension shaping the telecom industry today: balancing purpose with progress in an era increasingly defined by AI. Building on the foundational insights from the earlier fireside chat, this interactive panel will open the floor for a candid “ask me anything” format - allowing attendees to engage directly with industry leaders and subject-matter experts.
09:45 AM
19 June 2025
09:45 AM-11:00 AM
Impact Stage
Join us for The Loft innovation sessions, where we showcase the next generation of products and services igniting growth across the telecommunications ecosystem.