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Michael R. Romano

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Executive Vice President at NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association
📍 Arlington, Virginia, United States

Michael R. Romano is the Executive Vice President of NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association, where he leads public policy, government affairs, and business development. With a JD from Georgetown Law, he is a seasoned telecom legal expert, described as a "problem-solver" and "energized, " who serves as a primary spokesperson for rural broadband issues before Congress and the FCC.

His passion for the industry is evident in his extensive travel, having taken 23 trips in one year to connect with NTCA members across the country. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in American History from Middlebury College, reflecting a broad range of interests beyond his legal and policy work.

He celebrated the anniversary of the Telecom Act of 1996, highlighting his deep, long-standing perspective on the evolution of telecommunications law.

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Experience
28 Years
Current Role
Executive Vice President
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Arlington, Virginia, United States
Personality Overview

How Michael shows up

Amiable & Agreeable
Story Driven
Optimistic

They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals.

Priorities

Topics Michael cares about

Rural Broadband Policy
As a key spokesperson for NTCA, he actively advocates for policies supporting sustainable connectivity and universal service for rural communities before Congress and the FCC.
Telecom Law
Leveraging his JD and past roles as general counsel, he focuses on the legal and regulatory frameworks governing the telecom industry, including the historic Telecom Act of 1996.
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Career

Work history

7-2022
Executive Vice President
NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association
8-2010 - 7-2022
Sr. Vice President - Industry Affairs & Business Development
NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association
6-2007 - 8-2010
Of Counsel
Bingham McCutchen
4-2004 - 5-2007
Vice President & General Counsel
Global Telecom & Technology
8-2003 - 4-2004
Counsel
AOL
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
8-1993 - 2-1997
JD
Georgetown Law
9-1989 - 5-1993
BA
Middlebury College
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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