Brian Daly

About Brian Daly

Innovative technical leader shaping the future of telecommunications by defining wireless standards in an open-source environment, paving the way for a software-defined ICT ecosystem. With a proven track record of developing transformative ideas, I navigate the intersection of emerging technologies, business dynamics, and regulatory frameworks to create sustainable solutions for the industry.Bringing over two decades of expertise in forecasting and analyzing technology trends (5G, Next G, IoT, cybersecurity, and beyond), I focus on enabling global connectivity through softwarization, public safety initiatives, and national security solutions. I developed groundbreaking technologies including Wireless Emergency Alerts and mission-critical services supporting FirstNet, earthquake early warning systems, and innovative IoT applications like C-V2X and UAS/UAVs.As a thought leader in telecommunications, I collaborate with industry, government, and defense stakeholders to identify disruptive innovations and their impact on global technology landscapes. With deep knowledge of standards and industry alliances, I play a key role in strategy development, leveraging coalitions across global enterprises, interacting with C-level executives, and engaging with high-level government leaders (White House, Congress, DoD, FCC).Specialties • Strategic leadership in global telecommunications standards • Next-generation network evolution (5G/Next G) • Emerging technology and regulatory analysis • Wireless Emergency Alerts • Public safety and mission-critical services • IoT innovation and security (C-V2X, UAS/UAVs) • National security and critical infrastructure protection • Collaboration with government and defense agencies on technology and security issuesKey Strengths • Visionary perspective on global technology and geopolitical trends • Coalition-building across international organizations • Expertise in responding to regulatory proposals and government initiativesWhether addressing global technology challenges, shaping standards, or bridging commercial and defense applications, I am passionate about driving innovation and creating impactful solutions for a connected future.

Experience

1. Assistant Vice President - Wireless Technology & Standards

   AT&T

   Aug 2018 — Present · Alpharetta, GA, US

   As Assistant Vice President of Wireless Technology & Standards for AT & T, Brian oversees AT & T’s strategy and leadership in global industry standards. As a technology visionary and thought leader, his focus is on emerging technologies for 5G and beyond; open source; DoD use cases; public safety initiatives including mission critical services for FirstNet, earthquake early warning, and wireless emergency alerts; IoT including C-V2X, Smart Cities, UAS/UAVs; Cybersecurity and national security/emergency preparedness/critical infrastructure protection. Brian is engaged in programs with the DHS, DISA, and DoD, and is a leading contributor to the Alliance for Telecommunication Industry Solutions (ATIS) Board, TOPS Council and Standards Committee initiatives, resulting in the implementation of key industry standards. Brian is an appointed member of the FCC’s Technological Advisory Council (TAC) and Communications Reliability, Security, and Interoperability Council (CSRIC), and is a member of the FBI’s Infragard partnership. Brian is a Board member representing ATIS on the National Public Safety Communications Council (NPSTC), and a Board Director on the International Standards and Technology Organization Brian’s industry leadership roles include Co-chair of the FCC TAC 5G/IoT Working Group, Chair of the GSM Association’s North American Fraud Forum and Security Group, Chair of the SAE’s Cellular V2X Advanced Applications Technical Committee, and co-chair of the ANSI Unmanned Aircraft Systems Standardization Collaborative Critical Infrastructure & Environment working group. Brian received the B.S.E and M.S. degrees in electrical engineering from Arizona State University with a focus on communication systems and electromagnetic engineering. Brian holds over 180 issued patents in telecommunications, public safety, and cybersecurity.

Education

• Arizona State University

  MS, Electrical Engineering

  1990 — 1995

• Arizona State University

  BSE, Electrical Engineering

Skills

• Rf
• 3gpp
• Wireless
• Mobile Communications
• Telephony
• Lte
• Microwave
• Sip
• Radio Frequency (Rf)
• Voip
• Telecommunications
• Wimax
• Mobile Devices
• Wcdma
• 3g
• Broadband
• Internet Protocol (Ip)
• Wireless Networking
• Networking
• Wifi
• Gsm
• Product Management
• Cellular Communications
• Network Design
• Wireless Broadband
• Ethernet
• Network Architecture
• Antennas
• Wireless Technologies
• Mobile Technology
• Ip