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Executives from Boost Mobile, Ericsson, and Syniverse to Keynote CCA’s 2025 Mobile Carriers Show

April 1, 2025

All Keynotes to be Livestreamed

Washington, D.C. — As anticipation mounts for the upcoming Mobile Carriers Show (MCS), an impressive lineup of keynote speakers is set to take the stage, including executives from Boost Mobile, Ericsson, and Syniverse.

Competitive Carriers Association’s Mobile Carriers Show will take place April 14-16 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, Colorado. All keynotes will be live streamed.

Renowned for convening industry leaders and innovators to foster meaningful dialogue within the telecommunications sphere, MCS has once again curated a roster of speakers who represent expertise and vision in the field.

On Tuesday, April 15, CCA President and CEO Tim Donovan will open the keynote program at 8:45 am MT, followed by the Fierce Network Executive Panel, “Broadband Initiatives in the Trump Administration,” at 9:00 am MT.

The keynote program on April 15 will also include:

9:45 am MT – John Wick, EVP and Chief Product Officer, Syniverse, “Harness the Power of Data to Unlock New Revenue Streams & Delight Subscribers”

On Wednesday, April 16, the keynote program will include:

9:15 am MT – Fireside chat with Eben Albertyn, EVP and Chief Technology Officer, Boost Mobile and Tim Donovan, President & CEO, CCA
9:30 am MT – Scott Poretsky, Director of Security, Ericsson North America, on the ability to defend against Advanced Persistent Threats

“We are delighted to welcome this dynamic group of thought leaders and industry executives to our keynote stage, along with a roster of speakers in our educational breakout sessions, to offer diverse perspectives on the challenges and opportunities shaping the competitive communications service provider landscape,” said Tim Donovan, President and CEO of CCA. “Attendees can expect to gain actionable insights, forge strategic partnerships, and explore cutting-edge solutions driving the industry forward. With a sold-out exhibit hall and a lineup of speakers like these, this year’s event is not to be missed.”

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About Competitive Carriers Association

Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem. CCA’s 2025 Mobile Carriers Show will take place April 14-16 in Denver, Colorado. CCA’s 2025 Annual Convention will take place September 15-17 in San Antonio, Texas. Visit ccamobile.org and on X, @CCAMobile and #MCS2025.

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