Cliff Lent

About Cliff Lent

Experienced Leader Seeking Impactful Opportunity With a proven track record of success in project management, strategic sourcing and engineering and at Verizon, I am eager to leverage my expertise in a high-impact role starting April 2025. I am particularly drawn to significant opportunities which improve society. My key contributions at Verizon include- Spearheading the launch and expansion of 5G Ultra Wireless service as Project Manager- Leading national real estate leasing efforts, securing strategic locations for network infrastructure with key partners- Driving strategy, planning, and business development for video services, including Fios TV, Go90, and Redbox Instant- Serving as a strategic sourcing consultant for Fios TV hardware and software, negotiating favorable contracts and partnerships- Managing financial operations and reporting for the Consumer Northeast region, ensuring accuracy and transparency- Building and maintaining telecommunications infrastructure in New York City as a Field Engineer. My professional strengths encompass- Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration to achieve shared goals- Managing acquisitions and integrations, successfully deploying new products and services- Developing, negotiating, and executing contracts for strategic partnerships and initiatives- Aligning executives on business strategies to drive impactful business outcomes. My foundation includes a New York Professional Engineering (PE) license in Civil Engineering, an MBA in Strategic Management, and ten years of diverse engineering experience in land development, environmental consulting, and municipal planning. This background provides me with a unique and comprehensive perspective.

Experience

1. Network Implementation Project Manager

   Verizon

   Feb 2021 — Present · West Nyack, NY, US

   Developed a comprehensive media licensing and rights database for FiOS TV broadcast deals. The team was managed and the database was launched on a Salesforce platform. Over 100 users were supported and the platform was positioned to integrate costs with viewership to calculate a return on investment for Verizon\'s media assets. Previously, led a team to negotiate and expedite contracts for Verizon’s digital entertainment initiatives. That involved developing technology agreements for FiOS, IPTV, go90 and OTT linear and on-demand services provided direct to consumers. Led third party contract consolidations during the acquisitions of both Intel Media and Vessel. Managed third party annual video capital and expense budgets for development and operational costs. For the defunct Redbox Instant OTT service my team and I negotiated parent, affiliate and third party technology agreements for this joint venture between Verizon and Redbox as a sourcing leader. Exceptional at working cross functionally with Product, Technology, Finance, Legal and other stakeholders to propel business forward.

Education

• Pace University - Lubin School of Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• University of New Hampshire

  BS

  1982 — 1986