From Subsea to Satellite: Joel Ogren on the Future of Global Connectivity
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Joel Ogren discusses his journey from the military to leading a global communications infrastructure company and the complexities of managing connectivity projects.
In this episode, Joel Ogren , Founder and CEO of Assured Communications , shares the remarkable journey that took him from serving in the United States Marine Corps to leading a global communications infrastructure company focused on building resilient, mission-critical networks. Drawing on more than two decades of military leadership, including roles supporting the White House and the Department of Defense, Joel explains how his experience managing high-assurance communications systems shaped his approach to ensuring connectivity in some of the world’s most complex environments. Joel discusses the evolution of Assured Communications from a small consulting practice into a global infrastructure partner delivering services across subsea cable systems, terrestrial networks, satellite connectivity, data centers, and strategic project development. A central theme throughout the conversation is the importance of taking a holistic view of infrastructure -one that considers not only technology, but also regulation, geopolitics, environmental factors, community engagement, and long-term economic impact. The discussion explores the realities of managing large-scale infrastructure…
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Host: Carrie Charles
Guest: Joel Ogren
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Organizations: Assured Communications, United States Marine Corps, White House, Department of Defense
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