With the added visibility, NATE has been able to effectively address critical regulatory issues and represent the interests of its members on a national scale. The endorsement of legislation like the Telecommunication Skilled Workforce Act underscores NATE’s growing influence. According to Schlekeway, the Act was “a byproduct of NATE and other telecom associations educating Congress on why it’s needed.” The heightened visibility and influence have stimulated significant growth in NATE’s membership, with the association recently surpassing the milestone of 1,000 member companies. To cater to the diverse landscape of the communications infrastructure sector, NATE offers various membership categories. While the principal contractor category forms the largest segment, the association also includes and industry in Washington, D.C., due to our work. In the last six years alone, we’ve participated in events in Congress, had members testify at congressional hearings, been invited to the White House on numerous occasions, and developed a very active legislative and regulatory Council, which oftentimes hosts members of Congress on tower site visits in their district,” Schlekeway explains. These efforts are coupled with close collaboration with government agencies such as the FCC, FAA, OSHA, the DOL, the NTIA, and the Small Business Administration. NATE IS THE INDUSTRY’S LEADING VOICE! From safety standards and resources to advocacy and events like NATE UNITE, NATE supports the people who keep the world connected. natehome.com 8 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 07
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