On Friday, June 8, 2018, Christopher B. Fisher, President of NYSWA, presented at an event titled “5G Small Cell Technology in Central New York: Moving Forward.” The event was hosted by Assemblymember Pamela Hunter, 128th Assembly District, in Syracuse, New York. The event brought together State, County and City officials and key members of the wireless industry. Chris presented on the status of wireless networks, coming 5G technologies and the infrastructure needed to make it all work, including small cells, and enhanced economic development and digital inclusion in the Central region. The presentation was followed by a roundtable discussion facilitated by Chris to collaborate on ways to meet the various interests on the path to 5G wireless services.
Christopher B. Fisher, Esq. is a founding board member and has served as President of the New York State Wireless Association (NYSWA) since 2012. Under Chris’ leadership, NYSWA established its Wireless Forum Conferences in NYC, published a statewide wireless economic impact report, and expanded its educational advocacy with State leaders in Albany. The Association has otherwise provided new and improved opportunities for NYSWA members to do business in New York. Chris also contributes to the wireless industry nationally as a member of WIA’s Innovation and Technology Council and HetNetForum, where he focuses his efforts on mobile infrastructure deployment.