Trusted Connections: Where Infrastructure Meets Innovation

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.  

This episode features an interview with Buddy Bayer, Chief Network Officer for Windstream. Buddy reveals a personal story about the events in his childhood that helped shape who he is today, as well as details about his career journey and what he appreciates most about working at Windstream. Discover why the investment community is drawn to Windstream and some of the areas that Windstream plans to invest in for 2022. Buddy also shares his thoughts about how the “fast and flexible” model is helping Windstream in the marketplace. Finally, you’ll hear the first part of a story about host Joe Scattareggia’s run-in with a former President!  

Bill Cook, CEO of Cook Consulting Group and venture partner for Columbia Capital,  joins the program to discuss his career journey and shares his thoughts on recent long-haul investment systems that are happening in the marketplace. Discover the types of customers that are driving the need for increased bandwidth and the importance of leveraging partnerships. Bill also shares his perspective on what he likes about Windstream’s long-haul routes.  

Enrique Valdes, Vice President Sales, North Region for Telxius, joins the program to discuss Telxius’ partnership with Windstream and how that collaboration is providing customers with ultra-high connectivity and diversity options throughout the U.S, Latin America, and beyond. Enrique reveals the verticals that are drivers of growth, and how the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the need for organizations to support their IT infrastructure development. He also shares his thoughts about why Windstream’s commitment to being fast and flexible makes them an ideal strategic partner for Telxius.

Brian Stading, Chief Operating Officer of Ziply Fiber, joins the program to provide an overview of his company and reveals why their partnership with Windstream is crucial to Ziply’s growth. Discover how Ziply differentiates itself from other competitors in the marketplace and their plans for expansion. Brian also reveals the companies that are driving market demand in the Northwest.