Election Information for the 2021 term
Thank you all for your continued support of the SCTE.
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Here are our board members that are up for election.
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Incumbent Candidates
Bill Chatwell - Midco Jeremy Billings, Midco George Lipetzky, Midco Dan Langness, Sparklight Patrick Davis, CSG |
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New candidates
Caleb Anderson - Midco Greg Paulson - Midco |
Here are some BIO's from our candidates to be added as received.
Dan Langness
Headend Technician
Sparklight
I have been in the telecommunications industry since 2001. I began my career as a Field Technician for CableOne in Fargo, ND. I worked my way up the ladder from Field Tech, to Senior Tech, System Tech, Lead Tech, and Advanced Tech. In 2015 I was promoted to Headend Technician.
I have studied cable and networking for the past 20 years, including classes for electrical, computers, networking/CCNA, and SCTE.
I have served on the Dakota Territory chapter board since 2019.
If elected as Board Vice President, I will strive to help the Chapter create the opportunities to provide the maximum benefits to our local members.
Headend Technician
Sparklight
I have been in the telecommunications industry since 2001. I began my career as a Field Technician for CableOne in Fargo, ND. I worked my way up the ladder from Field Tech, to Senior Tech, System Tech, Lead Tech, and Advanced Tech. In 2015 I was promoted to Headend Technician.
I have studied cable and networking for the past 20 years, including classes for electrical, computers, networking/CCNA, and SCTE.
I have served on the Dakota Territory chapter board since 2019.
If elected as Board Vice President, I will strive to help the Chapter create the opportunities to provide the maximum benefits to our local members.
George Lipetzky
Midco
Video Systems Engineer Expert
My electronics training and experience began as an Electronics Technician in the US Navy in 1985. As a communications specialist I received advanced training in telecommunication technologies. While working at multiple communication stations I received experience with RF, satellite and microwave transmission and reception.
My Electronics work experience continued at Sencore Electronics as a Service Technician, Service Manager and Application Engineer where I gained training and experience in digital video. As an Application Engineer, I was responsible for the development of cable and satellite installation meters as well as digital video encoders, decoders and test equipment. In this roll I was primary Application Engineer for RF meters and worked closely with our Italian manufacturing partner to develop products for the US cable and satellite markets. From the development I also trained sales staff and customers on our equipment and general RF testing.
In my current position as a Video System Engineer at Midco I maintain all facets of the video delivery and processing and CPE throughout all of Midco’s footprint. This includes satellite input multiplexing, transcoding and delivery over an IP network from two Master Headends to all Midco Headends and out to edge modulators. Primary duties also include management of ad insertion systems in all Midco Ad Zones.
I first became a member of SCTE in 2008, earned my DVEP certification in 2015 and passed recertification in April of 2018 and earned recertification again in 2021. I have learned a great deal while serving on the Dakota Territory Board and look forward to the opportunity to continue to serve the Dakota Territory Chapter to promote training and the cable telecommunications industry.
Midco
Video Systems Engineer Expert
My electronics training and experience began as an Electronics Technician in the US Navy in 1985. As a communications specialist I received advanced training in telecommunication technologies. While working at multiple communication stations I received experience with RF, satellite and microwave transmission and reception.
My Electronics work experience continued at Sencore Electronics as a Service Technician, Service Manager and Application Engineer where I gained training and experience in digital video. As an Application Engineer, I was responsible for the development of cable and satellite installation meters as well as digital video encoders, decoders and test equipment. In this roll I was primary Application Engineer for RF meters and worked closely with our Italian manufacturing partner to develop products for the US cable and satellite markets. From the development I also trained sales staff and customers on our equipment and general RF testing.
In my current position as a Video System Engineer at Midco I maintain all facets of the video delivery and processing and CPE throughout all of Midco’s footprint. This includes satellite input multiplexing, transcoding and delivery over an IP network from two Master Headends to all Midco Headends and out to edge modulators. Primary duties also include management of ad insertion systems in all Midco Ad Zones.
I first became a member of SCTE in 2008, earned my DVEP certification in 2015 and passed recertification in April of 2018 and earned recertification again in 2021. I have learned a great deal while serving on the Dakota Territory Board and look forward to the opportunity to continue to serve the Dakota Territory Chapter to promote training and the cable telecommunications industry.
Bill Chatwell
Midco
Director of Video Systems
I have been in the telecommunications industry for over 21 years. In my current role I oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of Midco’s advanced video services and previously held the positions of Video Systems Manager and Digital Video Engineer. I joined the Midco team in 2006 after working at Sencore Electronics for nine years in various roles including Digital Video Application Engineer. Prior to that, I served on active duty in the US Navy for six years as an Electronic Weapon Systems Technician, working on radar and shipboard weapon platforms. I also served an additional 15 years in the Navy Reserve, retiring in 2012.
I received most of my technical education while in the Navy and attending classes towards a BSEET through the University Center in Sioux Falls. I received an associate’s degree in applied management from National American University in 2007. I also earned the SCTE Digital Video Engineering Professional certification in 2014 and have kept it current since.
If re-elected to the Dakota Territory Chapter Board, I will focus my efforts primarily on training. In addition, I would like to see the chapter grow in membership and improve our annual vendor day experience for both attendees and exhibitors, as we transition out of ‘virtual-only’ interactions.
Midco
Director of Video Systems
I have been in the telecommunications industry for over 21 years. In my current role I oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of Midco’s advanced video services and previously held the positions of Video Systems Manager and Digital Video Engineer. I joined the Midco team in 2006 after working at Sencore Electronics for nine years in various roles including Digital Video Application Engineer. Prior to that, I served on active duty in the US Navy for six years as an Electronic Weapon Systems Technician, working on radar and shipboard weapon platforms. I also served an additional 15 years in the Navy Reserve, retiring in 2012.
I received most of my technical education while in the Navy and attending classes towards a BSEET through the University Center in Sioux Falls. I received an associate’s degree in applied management from National American University in 2007. I also earned the SCTE Digital Video Engineering Professional certification in 2014 and have kept it current since.
If re-elected to the Dakota Territory Chapter Board, I will focus my efforts primarily on training. In addition, I would like to see the chapter grow in membership and improve our annual vendor day experience for both attendees and exhibitors, as we transition out of ‘virtual-only’ interactions.
Greg Paulson
Midco
Environmental Health and Safety Business Partner
I have been in the telecommunications industry since 1989. I began my career as a Communication Cable technician with the United States Air Force. For the last 20+ years, I have worked for Midco as an Internet technician, Business technician, Technical Trainer, Safety Specialist and now an EHSBP.
I’ve been a SCTE member since 2006 and hold 8 SCTE certifications BPS, BPI, BPT, BPE, BDS, BCSS, BTS, BTCS.
If reelected to the Dakota Territory Board, I will strive to help the Chapter create opportunities providing maximum benefits to Chapter and local members.
Sincerely
Greg Paulson
BPS.BPI BPT BPE
BCSS.BDS BTS, BTCS
Environmental Health and Safety Business Partner
Midco
Environmental Health and Safety Business Partner
I have been in the telecommunications industry since 1989. I began my career as a Communication Cable technician with the United States Air Force. For the last 20+ years, I have worked for Midco as an Internet technician, Business technician, Technical Trainer, Safety Specialist and now an EHSBP.
I’ve been a SCTE member since 2006 and hold 8 SCTE certifications BPS, BPI, BPT, BPE, BDS, BCSS, BTS, BTCS.
If reelected to the Dakota Territory Board, I will strive to help the Chapter create opportunities providing maximum benefits to Chapter and local members.
Sincerely
Greg Paulson
BPS.BPI BPT BPE
BCSS.BDS BTS, BTCS
Environmental Health and Safety Business Partner
Caleb Anderson
Midcontinent Communications
Technical Trainer
I have worked in the field of Communications for 6 years Starting with Midcontinent Communications in 2016 as a Field Technician. In 2020 I was promoted to a Business Technician role in my new role I coordinated several large installations for bulk cable and data accounts and thoroughly enjoyed working and collaborating with others on these projects. In 2021 I’ve transitioned to my new role as a Technical Trainer and thus far have loved every second of it. I enjoy watching new techs find their way through the process of onboarding and also collaborating with management and safety to provide the best experience possible for our new technicians.
If I am given the opportunity to be a part of the board I will strive to bring the same work ethic and tenacity that has driven me in my career thus far to this new adventure. I appreciate your time and consideration.
Midcontinent Communications
Technical Trainer
I have worked in the field of Communications for 6 years Starting with Midcontinent Communications in 2016 as a Field Technician. In 2020 I was promoted to a Business Technician role in my new role I coordinated several large installations for bulk cable and data accounts and thoroughly enjoyed working and collaborating with others on these projects. In 2021 I’ve transitioned to my new role as a Technical Trainer and thus far have loved every second of it. I enjoy watching new techs find their way through the process of onboarding and also collaborating with management and safety to provide the best experience possible for our new technicians.
If I am given the opportunity to be a part of the board I will strive to bring the same work ethic and tenacity that has driven me in my career thus far to this new adventure. I appreciate your time and consideration.