Meet Our Team
Meet the Leaders Behind Our Mission
Board of Directors
Passion Statement:
I have had the privilege of being on the SCTE Foundation Board since 2014. In that time, I have seen the foundation grow to offer many scholarships and programs to help introduce our industry to many individuals that might not have had a chance to do so on their own. The foundation has also partnered with initiatives & sponsorships helping fund important events whether they be catastrophes or helping out our fellow cable industry partners. My passion is to continue to guide the foundation with a particular focus on international growth. I feel our mission is clear with the objectives of being a relevant organization that carries the message of our foundational core values.
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Meena Soleiman
Treasurer
Passion Statement:
Meena is passionate about supporting and growing the industry’s next generation of diverse leadership and finds fulfillment in her many mentor relationships and opportunities.
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Most recently, Meena was Vice President of Engineering & Technical Operations for NED. In that role, Meena was responsible for Field Quality Programs and Comcast’s Northeast Division field tNPS plan, as well as their overall Tech Ops fulfillment strategy, supporting technicians and business partners, and working in partnership with the Regional Tech Ops Vice Presidents.
Prior to joining NED, Meena was Vice President of Finance and Business Operations for Comcast Cable Corporation overseeing budgeting, forecasting, long range planning and financial operations reporting for the organization’s CONNECT team, Reliability team and Cable’s sustainability endeavors. She concentrated on identifying, developing, and supporting execution of performance and operations metrics to improve operating processes in Comcast’s access network construction endeavors and platform technologies.
In her 20 years at Comcast, Meena has spent most of her time in Business Operations and has progressively grown in finance leadership roles as Director, Senior Director, Executive Director, and Vice President supporting TPX, Tech Ops, Construction, XOC and the Access Network. Most notably having spent seven years driving the financial and operational performance reporting and analysis of $5B annual Residential Technical and Engineering expense. In this role, Meena was critical in identifying, developing, and helping to drive execution of new performance and operations metrics for the Field Operations teams.
Before joining Comcast as the Director of Sales Analysis & Reporting, Meena worked on Finance teams of large organizations such as ExxonMobil, Cendant Corporation, and DoubleClick.
Meena holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance from Bloomsburg University. She graduated from the Women in Cable Telecommunications’ (WICT) Betsy Magness Leadership Institute and is an active member of the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers, serving on the Finance Committee. She currently resides just outside Philadelphia with her husband, Griffith Barger, and their two daughters.
Larry Wolcott
Secretary of Executive Committee and Member, New Ideas Committee
Passion Statement:
My passion in the broadband industry is fueled by a relentless drive toward innovation and a deep belief in the power of technology to improve lives. Over the past 25 years, I've dedicated my career to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, always striving to make a meaningful impact on the way we connect and communicate. I carry a strong sense of gratitude for the opportunities the broadband industry has afforded me, and I am committed to giving back by helping others achieve success. I believe that with grit and tenacity, anyone can overcome their circumstances and reach their full potential. Serving on the board of the SCTE Foundation allows me to extend these opportunities to the next generation of professionals, ensuring they have the tools and support they need to thrive in this dynamic field.
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Matt Aden
Committee Chair, Revenue
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My entire career has been devoted to creating connections that inspire and uplift, I am passionate about leveraging my sales experience to drive impactful fundraising efforts that transform lives in the broadband industry.
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Passion Statement:
It has been a privilege to serve on the SCTE Foundation Board for the past ten years as the Marketing Sub-Committee Chair and now leading the New Ideas Committee.
I have benefited greatly from the SCTE’s programs and networking opportunities in my career, and I am excited to support new initiatives and investments for the next generation of telecom professionals.
Passion Statement:
“I am very passionate about the SCTE Foundation, an industry organization which funnels funds from broadband cable operators and vendors in the industry to assist training, encourage and inspire the next generation of high potential leaders. I believe the success of our industry is most importantly bolstered by a flow of the best quality leaders. I’m proud to part of this.”
Gregg Cory
Member, New Ideas Committee
Passion Statement:
At Charter, we provide employees education and training opportunities to help them advance and build successful long-term careers with the Company. The SCTE Foundation shares that mission, providing grants that enables members to further their technical skills or business knowledge. Through the continued support of SCTE members and corporate donors, The SCTE Foundation not only supports the advancement of its members careers but advances the broader industry. This industry has always been driven by the dedication, skill, creativity, technical acumen, and entrepreneurial spirit of its workforce, and it is programs like the SCTE Foundation that will ensure the same will be true for decades to come.
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Yvette Kanouf
Member, New Ideas and Awards Committee
Passion Statement:
The SCTE Foundation provides me an opportunity to help others succeed in an industry that has been and continues to be very special to me. The programs that the Foundation supports helps our next generation enter and thrive in our technology sector.
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Passion Statement:
Human leadership in technology is more important than ever. SCTE has a pivotal role in developing leaders who are and will be shaping the future of connectivity. As a member of the SCTE Foundation Board, I am dedicated to raising the consciousness of Telecomm leaders for a more sustainable, equitable and prosperous future.
Passion Statement:
I am passionate about serving on this foundation because I believe in power of education and technology. My journey has shown me the importance of adaptability and lifelong learning, and I am dedicated to empowering future generations. By being part of this foundation, I aim to bridge the gap between emerging technologies and community needs, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to succeed.