Jason Porter to Lead AT&T Public Sector and FirstNet

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AT&T has appointed Jason Porter as the President of its Public Sector and FirstNet organization as of February 25, 2021. In this role, Porter will oversee Government Solutions, serving Federal, State, Local Government, and Education customers. He also continues to lead the FirstNet business, focusing on advanced communications for first responders, under a 25-year public-private partnership, the largest government contract for a telecom provider. Porter has extensive leadership experience at AT&T, including roles in cybersecurity and technology planning.

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• Appointment of Jason Porter as President of Public Sector and FirstNet strengthens leadership in government communications.
• Porter has a proven record in emerging technologies and customer service improvements.
• Continued focus on the FirstNet initiative ensures ongoing support for first responders.

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DALLAS, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* named Jason Porter to lead our Public Sector and FirstNet organization.

Jason will serve as President of Public Sector and FirstNet, which is inclusive of Government Solutions and all Federal, State and Local Government and Education customers. Additionally, Jason will continue to lead AT&T's FirstNet business charged with providing first responders with the advanced communications capabilities they depend on. This includes responsibility for delivering on the 25-year public-private partnership with the First Responder Network Authority, which represents the largest government contract to ever be awarded to a telecommunications provider.

He's held numerous leadership roles during his AT&T tenure across its Chief Data Office, network and technology planning, cybersecurity, and has a successful track record of introducing and maturing emerging technologies, transforming businesses, and serving our customers.

Jason graduated from The United States Military Academy at West Point with a bachelor's degree in Engineering. He earned a Master of Business Administration from Regis University. He served in the Army as an Armor Officer, leading a Tank Platoon and Mortar Platoon.

*About AT&T Communications

We help family, friends and neighbors connect in meaningful ways every day. From the first phone call 140+ years ago to mobile video streaming, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. AT&T Communications is part of AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T). For more information, please visit us at att.com.

 

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FAQ

What is the role of Jason Porter at AT&T?

Jason Porter has been appointed as the President of AT&T's Public Sector and FirstNet organization.

What does FirstNet provide?

FirstNet provides advanced communications capabilities for first responders.

When was Jason Porter appointed?

Jason Porter was appointed on February 25, 2021.

What is the significance of the FirstNet contract?

The FirstNet contract is the largest government contract ever awarded to a telecommunications provider.

What experience does Jason Porter have?

Jason Porter has held various leadership roles at AT&T focused on technology, cybersecurity, and business transformation.