Tune in to the latest episode of Connect the Dots as Joe Scattareggia, President of Windstream Wholesale, sits down with Colt Technology Services COO Buddy Bayer. These telecommunications veterans unpack their groundbreaking 800G network trial between Chicago and London - a global first in connectivity innovation. Discover how this advancement tackles critical industry challenges, from power consumption to AI infrastructure demands, while setting new standards for network efficiency. Buddy also shares insights from managing Europe's largest fiber network and explains why this milestone matters for service providers and enterprises alike. 

Join Windstream Wholesale CRO, Joe Scattareggia and guest Pat O'Hare, COO of Boldyn Networks' NY and NJ Regions as they dive into the recent rebrand and restructuring journey of Boldyn Networks following its transition from Zenfi and acquisition by BAI Communications. Together, they explore the core competencies and synergies of the two companies, their trusted partnership, and the significance of creating a mutually beneficial co-opetition to support end-user customers and bridge the digital divide.

Mediacom VP of IP Networks, Greg Euker, joins Windstream Wholesale CRO, Joe Scattareggia to discuss bridging the digital divide through strategic network expansion and the importance of leveraging partnerships with trusted providers. Greg also highlights the service evolutions occurring as optical technology advances and the industry moves into and beyond the next generation with 400G.

Art Nichols, Windstream CTO, returns for an exclusive discussion with Windstream Wholesale CRO, Joe Scattareggia, sharing his perspective on the industry’s constant continuum of technology and leading the way in the market. Art shares his insight into Windstream’s first-to-market Next Gen 400G achievement in 2020, including advancements and refinements since, and now pioneering beyond Next Gen with Regional Rapid Fiber 400G – enhancing the coast-to-coast network footprint with game-changing ZR+ pluggables.

Join John Bonczek, CRO of 1547 Critical Systems Realty, and Windstream Wholesale CRO, Joe Scattareggia, as they discuss network expansion and the invaluable benefits of a partnership. John enlightens on the economical and geographical advantages of connection into the Orangeburg market, WW’s recent long haul network expansion into their 1 Ramland Rd. facility, and the rationale behind the two companies’ strategic connections, expansions, and investments.

Jeff Uphues, CEO of DC BLOX, joins the program to provide an overview of his organization and reveals why DC BLOX is focused on providing centralized choices in smaller markets. Jeff also discusses with CRO, Joe Scattareggia, how Windstream Wholesale’s new Beach Route is tying directly into DC BLOX latest expansion – a new international subsea landing station in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina - as well as how DC BLOX is adding value to the migration of IT workloads to the cloud. Jeff also shares what his company looks for when developing partnerships and what he appreciates about the partnership with Windstream Wholesale.  

This episode features a conversation between colleagues, John Nishimoto, Vice President, Wholesale Products, Marketing, Business Development, and Joe Scattareggia, CRO, at Windstream Wholesale. John returns to the program to provide an overview of ICON (Intelligent Converged Optical Network) – Windstream Wholesale’s new generation network architecture that’s enabling smarter, high-capacity optical services for Wholesale customers. John also reveals details about current builds and future strategic network expansions. 

Bill Cook, President of Cook Consulting, returns to Connect the Dots to discuss with Joe Scattareggia, CRO of Windstream Wholesale, his thoughts surrounding economic challenges and the overall factors driving industry growth. Bill shares insight on data center expansion in the western United States, the growing desire for organizations to control their networks, and reveals the partnership qualities he seeks to create strategic relationships with customers. To hear Bill’s first interview, tune in to episode 24.  

This episode features a conversation with Joe Scattareggia, CRO of Windstream Wholesale, and Nigel Bayliff, CEO of Aqua Comms, as they discuss their business partnership and synergy. Nigel reveals details about Aqua Comm's AEC-1 network - a subsea fiber-optic network interconnecting New York, Dublin, and London - and elaborates on what his organization seeks within a partner, detailing why Windstream Wholesale’s philosophy, values, and network capabilities match their partnership criteria perfectly.

This episode features a conversation with Phil Cusumano, Head of Global Accounts at Windstream Wholesale. Phil reveals why he made the decision to join Windstream and how the three pillars of partnership, network expansion and technology leadership fit into his customer base. Discover the unique elements that allow Windstream to be a fast and flexible provider.