Election Information for the 2025 -2026 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 and new candidates.
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Incumbent Board member Candidates
Ray Olson - Midco Jon Hoffman - Midco Nathan Hoekstra - Midco Holly Hall - Midco Nevada Moe - Midco Jim Bertocchi - Midco |
Assistant board member
Megan Ness - Midco |
New candidates
Mike DeZotell - Midco |
Here are some BIO's from our candidates to be added as received.
Ray Olson
Regional Engineer at Midco
Board member since 2002
I have been in the cable industry for over 39 years. I started in Milbank SD working for TCI as an installer. I have held several positions over the years. In 1991 I became a technical operations manager having several title changes until 2005. With the merger between TCI and Midco in 2000 and I transferred to Wahpeton. In 2005 I joined the engineering department as a maintenance technician. In 2012 I moved to West Fargo. In 2014 I became a field engineer in West Fargo. In 2021 I was promoted to Regional Engineer.
I joined the Dakota Territory SCTE board in 2002 as Treasure. After a short time in this position, I became a director at large and began maintaining the chapter website, which I continue maintaining. I enjoy the work I do for the chapter and being a part of the board. I also purchase the cable game gift cards and the drawing prizes each year for the vendor days. If elected I will continue to update the website to keep current information available and assist in selecting the prizes for the vendor days each year. I will also assist with social media. I hope to continue supporting the chapter as a director.
Thank you for your consideration.
Ray Olson
Regional Engineer at Midco
Board member since 2002
I have been in the cable industry for over 39 years. I started in Milbank SD working for TCI as an installer. I have held several positions over the years. In 1991 I became a technical operations manager having several title changes until 2005. With the merger between TCI and Midco in 2000 and I transferred to Wahpeton. In 2005 I joined the engineering department as a maintenance technician. In 2012 I moved to West Fargo. In 2014 I became a field engineer in West Fargo. In 2021 I was promoted to Regional Engineer.
I joined the Dakota Territory SCTE board in 2002 as Treasure. After a short time in this position, I became a director at large and began maintaining the chapter website, which I continue maintaining. I enjoy the work I do for the chapter and being a part of the board. I also purchase the cable game gift cards and the drawing prizes each year for the vendor days. If elected I will continue to update the website to keep current information available and assist in selecting the prizes for the vendor days each year. I will also assist with social media. I hope to continue supporting the chapter as a director.
Thank you for your consideration.
Ray Olson
Megan Ness
Midco
Administrative Support Specialist – Field Operations
I have been in the telecommunications industry since January 2017. I started with Midco as a Receptionist and moved into the Admin role in October 2020. In my time with Midco, I have learned a lot about the cable industry and continue learning more each year. It’s amazing how much technology changes each year.
I joined the Dakota Territory SCTE Board as an Assistant Board Member in May 2024. If elected, I look forward to helping in areas as needed.
Midco
Administrative Support Specialist – Field Operations
I have been in the telecommunications industry since January 2017. I started with Midco as a Receptionist and moved into the Admin role in October 2020. In my time with Midco, I have learned a lot about the cable industry and continue learning more each year. It’s amazing how much technology changes each year.
I joined the Dakota Territory SCTE Board as an Assistant Board Member in May 2024. If elected, I look forward to helping in areas as needed.
Nathan Hoekstra
Field Operations Manager
Midco
I have been in the cable industry for 9 years. I started as a Field Technician in 2015 and kept that role for 5 years. 4 years ago I was promoted to Field Service manager and in June 2024 I was again promoted to Field Operations Manager of the Fargo Technical Operations Center. I joined the SCTE board in 2019 in 2022 I was elected as the chapter vice president. Every year I handle setting up the Cable-Tec games for our chapters vendor show.
Field Operations Manager
Midco
I have been in the cable industry for 9 years. I started as a Field Technician in 2015 and kept that role for 5 years. 4 years ago I was promoted to Field Service manager and in June 2024 I was again promoted to Field Operations Manager of the Fargo Technical Operations Center. I joined the SCTE board in 2019 in 2022 I was elected as the chapter vice president. Every year I handle setting up the Cable-Tec games for our chapters vendor show.
Mike DeZotell
Maintenance Technician III
Midco
I am a maintenance technician with over eight years of experience. I have recently completed the necessary courses to receive Master Technician through NCTI. I enjoy tackling complex challenges and ensuring that our system operates efficiently and reliably. My dedication to precision and problem-solving has allowed me to build a reputation for quality among my peers. I take pride in balancing my career and personal life, staying dedicated to my craft while cherishing time with my loved ones. Both fuel my passion for growth, adventure, and lifelong learning.
Outside of work, my family is my greatest priority and joy. I have been happily married to my wife for nine years, and together we are raising our two children. We love spending time together, especially during the summer when we go camping as often as we can. From hiking and campfires to exploring nature, camping has become one of our favorite traditions.
Maintenance Technician III
Midco
I am a maintenance technician with over eight years of experience. I have recently completed the necessary courses to receive Master Technician through NCTI. I enjoy tackling complex challenges and ensuring that our system operates efficiently and reliably. My dedication to precision and problem-solving has allowed me to build a reputation for quality among my peers. I take pride in balancing my career and personal life, staying dedicated to my craft while cherishing time with my loved ones. Both fuel my passion for growth, adventure, and lifelong learning.
Outside of work, my family is my greatest priority and joy. I have been happily married to my wife for nine years, and together we are raising our two children. We love spending time together, especially during the summer when we go camping as often as we can. From hiking and campfires to exploring nature, camping has become one of our favorite traditions.