There are six award categories:

• Wireless Internet Service Provider of the Year

• Wireless Manufacturer of the Year

• Wireless Reseller of the Year

• Wireless Consultant of the Year

• Wireless Advocate of the Year

• President's Choice Award

The WISP of the Year Award is presented to License-Exempt Wireless Internet Service Provider. This award is for distinguished service to the deployment, viability, advancement and pursuit of industry objectives and those objectives of PART-15.ORG. The License-Exempt Wireless Internet Service Provider of the Year Award is presented to a WISP who has demonstrated:

• Implements a well designed wireless network in accordance with industry standards.

• Continually adheres to all applicable FCC rules and regulations

• Good Neighbor Interference Policy

• Demonstrated their ability to adapt to changing technology

Chairman's Comments - I was very glad to see John be nominated and win this award. He has been an asset to our community (WISPs) for a long time. John's WISP continues to grow strong so he is very busy, but he always finds time to help the rest of us with his knowledge and experience. his commitment to proper engineering, employee safety, good neighbor policy (interference issues among license-exempt providers) and his many other talents are endless and leads us all down the path appropriate industry standards as set forth by this organization

 

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Manufacturer of the Year— Times Microwave, (Kevin Moyher)

Chairman's Comments - Times Microwave commitment to our WISP community through their ever-advancing product lines is truly a stimulation to the well being of our industry (WISPs) and displays in a bold fashion that their company listens to our needs and provides us with the tools to make our industry grow even faster. Their innovative achievements to the License-Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers are very much recognized and this award is not just a mere appreciation but more of a honored recognition and thanks.

The Advocacy Leadership Award may be reflected to an individual or company by attaining preeminent stature in the eyes of the License-Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers industry whose inspirational, creative and professional contributions have been extraordinarily successful, exemplary, and persuasive in pursuing the theory, planning implementation, and direction of outstanding achievements, contributions, or service in the field of License-Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers.

It may be presented semi-annually to an individual, or team of individuals, for outstanding contributions deemed to have contributed significantly to the advancement of the License-Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers industry.

Wireless Advocate of the Year Award is presented to an individual or company who has demonstrated:

• A willingness to show support of the WISP

• A non-profit commitment through active community participation

• A technical skill to "bridge" the gap between the WISP community and the public

• A skill (in print or vocal) to communicate a positive atmosphere for the WISP 

Chairman's Comments - WBKLaw and more specifically Robert Primosch "is the voice of the industry" to the world market when any discussions of Wireless Technologies pop up. His foresight and visions are considered to be the most accurate on the planet. I don't know - maybe there is such a thing as a "crystal ball". But what I do know is that if I want accurate information about any of the wireless industries emerging trends, I ask Bob. 

This Award is for outstanding contributions to the field of License-Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers customer support and sales. For leadership and innovation in meeting important WISP needs, especially in developing mobile and fixed License-Exempt Wireless Communications.

The Wireless Reseller of the Year Award is presented to a Wireless Reseller who has demonstrated:

• Their commitment to the WISP 

• Their technical support assistance

• Has the product in sufficient quantities for fast shipment

• Continually seeks new product lines

• Provides easy ordering

• Return policy

• Warranty assistance 

Chairman's Comments - Gene and his team at MapleNet are a leading force in advancing the availability of the newest technologies in the License-Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers Industry. He has the keen ability to get all of the newest and hottest items in stock and available for shipment at very competitive pricing. A very good asset to our community.

To recognize outstanding technical advice and dedication to the integration of wireless equipment to the License-Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers Industry whose outstanding professional contributions exemplifies the true intent of the WISP Industry and those objectives of this organization.

The Wireless Consultant of the Year Award is presented an individual consultant who has demonstrated:

• A wide breath of knowledge on the major, leading edge wireless technologies

• An uncanny ability to provide cost effective solutions

• A commitment to the WISP for technical assistance and support

• A supportive understanding of industry standards

• A in depth knowledge of FCC rules

Chairman's Comments - Umm, - How can I say anything. The awards program was removed from my authority and the new committee awarded me this great honor.

The PART-15.ORG President's Choice Award is the organizations highest award. This award was established as its first award to recognize distinguished service in and to the License-Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers Industry. Given only to those who have attained preeminence in the field through outstanding contributions.

It is not necessarily awarded each election, the President's Choice Award will be presented when an individual's achievement does not necessarily fit in any one category, or the recipient has made an outstanding or long-term contribution to the development and understanding of the WISP industry. 

The President's Choice Award is presented to a recipient who has demonstrated:

• Determined by the organization President

Chairman's Comments - Andy has been a staunch supporter of License-Exempt Wireless since it's inception. The WCA hosts world famous conferences and is truly the backbone of the entire wireless industry. 

Nominations - If you wish to make a nomination for any of the above awards, please click here to complete the online recommendation.

• Company/Person Name, Address, Phone number and email address

• The Award Title you are submitting them for.

• A narrative of no less than 100 words (but no more than 200 words) of why you feel they deserve the award. 

Additional Information About the Awards Program
For more information or complete details on the PART-15.ORG Awards Program, please contact seminar @ part-15.org