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There
are six award categories:
The WISP of the Year
Award is presented to Victoria Proffer, CEO/Partner of A
Wireless Gateway located in Saint Louis, MO. 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:
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Implements
a well designed wireless network in accordance with industry
standards.
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Continually
adheres to all applicable FCC rules and regulations
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Good
Neighbor Interference Policy
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Demonstrated
their ability to adapt to changing technology
Chairman's Comments
- "V's" initiative, resourcefulness and untiring
efforts to achieve perfection in all areas of the License Exempt
Wireless Internet Service Providers industry directly increased
spectrum efficiency, superior service to her customers and is
among the leaders this community.
The WISP of the Year
Award is presented to Rick Kunze, President of Colusanet of
Sacramento CA. 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:
Chairman's Comments -
Rick's common sense, professional and technical knowledge have
been instrumental in the formation and successful implementation
of the efficiently run and maintained License Exempt Wireless
Internet Service. He devotion to his fellow WISPs is superior.
Through his astute planning, meticulous attention to detail, and
his professional competence in assisting others, many other
WISPs can now enjoy the benefits of "building your own
tower".
The
Manufacturer of the Year Award is
awarded for outstanding contributions to design, practice,
techniques, or theory, as evidences by publications, patents or
equipment design in wireless control systems engineering,
wireless sciences or technology. The Wireless Manufacturer of
the Year Award is presented to a hardware or software
manufacturers who has demonstrated:
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Their
commitment to the WISP community through their product lines
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An
exceptional technical support program
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An
enrichment to the WISP community through innovation of new
technologies
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Accepts
the encouragement of the WISP community for product
enhancement
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Maintains
exceptional supply channels to ensure
Chairman's Comments - It was just
two years ago this month, that the Motorola's Canopy product
line appeared on WISP radar. It didn't take long for the License
Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers to jump on this new
and exciting technology. Currently, Motorola's Canopy is a
leading asset used by the WISP industry in providing broadband
services to rural, suburban and inter-city areas.
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:
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A
willingness to show support of the WISP
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A
non-profit commitment through active community participation
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A
technical skill to "bridge" the gap between the
WISP community and the public
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A
skill (in print or vocal) to communicate a positive
atmosphere for the WISP
Chairman's Comments - This
Advocacy Leadership Award is presented to Dr. Robert Pepper,
Chief, Office of Plans and Policies, Federal Communications
Commission and is reflective of his aggressive and enthusiastic
leadership in furthering the advancement of the License Exempt
Wireless Internet Service Provider. Mr. Pepper has for years
been actively participating in various and numerous License
Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers matters both
personally and professionally. Bob's intense loyalty to the WISP
community and specifically the License Exempt spectrum has
inspired the confidence and a worthy example for his
contemporaries.
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:
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Their
commitment to the WISP
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Their
technical support assistance
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Has
the product in sufficient quantities for fast shipment
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Continually
seeks new product lines
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Provides
easy ordering
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Return
policy
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Warranty
assistance
Chairman's Comments - Eje's
devotion to the License Exempt Wireless Internet Service
Providers industry is remarkable. As a WISP himself, Eje has
grown from a local service provider into one of the industries
leading resellers of "everything wireless". His
commitment to support, and availability of products is
unsurpassed in this reporting period and exemplifies his
commitment to our community.
The Consultant of the Year Award is designed 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:
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A
wide breath of knowledge on the major, leading edge wireless
technologies
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An
uncanny ability to provide cost effective solutions
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A
commitment to the WISP for technical assistance and support
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A
supportive understanding of industry standards
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A
in depth knowledge of FCC rules
Chairman's Comments - Matt has
been a primary resource of knowledge and experience for many new
comers and old timers a like. His keen initiative and invaluable
assistance in the planning and execution of License Exempt
Wireless Internet deployments throughout the country with
commendable results of spectrum efficiency while adhering to the
highest standards of conformance to the rules, regulations and
industry standards has truly placed him above all others in the
field.
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:
Chairman's Comments - For over
three years now, MikroTik has show a deep interest in the
License Exempt Wireless Internet Service Providers industry and
constantly accepted responsibility for significant and unusual
projects well outside the normal WISP activities.
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