Bandwidth: John Warta, Former CEO and Founder of Electric Lightwave

In this episode of The Bear Roars, Dan Caruso sits down with telecom legend John Warta to explore his extraordinary career and the transformative role he played in shaping the fiber optic networks that revolutionized the industry. From his early days as a Vietnam veteran to working with Ross Perot at EDS, John’s journey into telecommunications was anything but conventional. John shares fascinating stories about the early days of fiber network construction, battling monopolies, and negotiating groundbreaking deals with industry giants like AT&T and MCI. He reflects on his time as a founder of Electric Lightwave, sharing the pivotal moments that defined the companies he was at and the lessons he learned along the way. As they dive into the dot-com boom and bust, Dan and John discuss the resilience required to navigate the volatile telecom landscape and the visionary thinking that drove innovation during one of the most exciting times in the industry’s history. Packed with insights and hard-earned wisdom, this episode offers a front-row seat to the evolution of telecommunications and the legacy of a true pioneer. Listen now and join us for an unforgettable conversation. Bandwidth is available for pre-order now for a February 4, 2025 release date - pre order your copy today! https://a.co/d/3BMxBRC To nominate a guest or submit feedback, email us at contact@loudbearproductions.com.