Patrick Murphy founded Murphy Tower Service, LLC along with siblings Clyde Murphy and Lin (Murphy) Sheehey in 2004 after working in their father’s construction company, Murphy Construction, Inc. Pat is currently the CEO with 19 years of experience in the telecom industry, doubling as a tower climber in his first 10 years. Prior to working in telecom, Pat worked in pharmaceutical research and development for 12 years at the University of Iowa’s Pharmaceutical Service Division where he was the Quality Control Laboratory Manager, leading a group of chemists performing contract R&D for pharmaceutical companies from all over the world, including U.S. government agencies such as National Institutes of Health (NIH) & National Cancer Institute (NCI). Pat earned his BS in 1991 and his MBA in 2001, both from the University of Iowa.

Pat and his wife Jane, who also works in the family business, just celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary and have three kids (two in college and one in high school). Pat likes to spend his free time with his family and also enjoys fishing, bow hunting, skiing, mountain biking and hitting the gym.

Seth Buechley is board-level strategist and active investor in the wireless and broadband sectors. Drawing from his experience building and selling multiple companies, he serves as the Chairman of Cathedral, providing advice, capital, and M&A support to growth-oriented leaders.

Seth’s roles in the wireless communication industry span 30 years as a tower climber, spectrum owner, DAS system integrator, DAS OEM, and industry thought leader. As President of SOLiD USA, he helped bring cellular and public safety radio coverage to some of the most recognized venues in America including the Empire State Building, the NY Subway, Moscone Center, and Daytona International Speedway.

In 2011, Seth founded the Safer Buildings Coalition, the world’s leading organization focused on making people and first responders safer inside buildings through the use of wireless technology.

His book AMBITION: Leading with Gratitude, tackles the plaguing question of why ambitious people struggle to find satisfaction and provides a framework for leading from a position of gratitude.  Seth is a TEDx veteran and popular public speaker specializing in conference keynotes and inspirational messages about the power of gratitude and mentoring. 

Michael is a telecom veteran working in the industry for over 20 years. He has a great passion for the industry, helping customers and solving problems in the wireless world.

When Michael isn’t working he enjoys spending time with his spouse Lacey and twin girls Sofia and Cecilia. His hobbies include tennis, softball and gardening. He is also active in his local community outreach.

Ryan Ford is the current National Vendor Manager for DISH Wireless, he also leads the Vendor Safety Team for DISH Wireless. He has been with DISH for 12 years and with DISH Wireless since its inception in 2018. He currently works with our construction vendors and DISH market teams to ensure that we meet our build goals in a safe, timely and cost effective manner.

He is married to his wife Audra, they will be celebrating their one year anniversary in September. They have three children Liberty (21), Lincoln (13) and McKinley (11). He enjoys time with the family, snorkeling, golf and a good sci-fi book. He currently lives in Parker, CO and works out of DISH Wireless Headquarters in Littleton, CO. He is very passionate about the charity work that DISH Wireless can do to help those in need in our industry. 

Tara Rand has spent her entire 30+ year wireless career at 3 industry leaders in the New England market — Verizon Wireless, Crown Castle and currently at veteran national wireless, renewable energy and construction services provider, SAI Group, headquartered in Salem, NH.

At Verizon Wireless, Tara played key roles in the early years designing, permitting and ground leasing core tower infrastructure throughout New England.  While at Crown Castle, Tara was part of the National Sales Team responsible for the lease up and services revenue generation of all infrastructure in New England, Connecticut, portions of Upstate New York and Canada as well as nationally for emerging technologies clients. Tara’s current role at SAI Group is Senior Manager-Business Development, where she is responsible for cultivating new business and broadening existing partnerships with existing clients.

Tara graduated from Regis College in Weston, MA with a BA in Political Science/ Communications and Boston University’s School of Real Estate. She is a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and a holds her MA Real Estate Salespersons License.

Tara was elected President of the New England Wireless Association in 2015 and previously served as Vice President for many years prior. She is a member of the NEWA Scholarship, Membership and Finance Committees and is also Co-Chair of the annual NEWA Charity Golf event. Tara recently served two years as the Women’s Wireless Leadership Forum City Rep-New England/CT and was also recently a NATE Women of NATE Mentor. “Giving Back” is of utmost importance to Tara both personally and professionally.