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TITLE: CEO COMPANY: AT & T EMPLOYEES: 140,990

: 1976

John T. Stankey has served as CEO of AT & T since July 2020, steering the company through a pivotal transformation and reaffirming its position as a leader in connectivity and telecommunications.

Under his stewardship, AT & T has refocused on its core strengths of wireless, broadband and fibre, divesting significant media assets such as WarnerMedia and DirecTV to concentrate on next-generation infrastructure and digital innovation.

His tenure has been marked by significant investment in 5G and fibre networks, including strategic partnerships and ventures to expand high-speed connectivity across the US.

He has championed initiatives to bridge the digital divide, committing billions to improve internet access for underserved communities. With a career at AT & T spanning nearly four decades, he has held numerous senior roles, including CEO of WarnerMedia and Chief Strategy Officer, demonstrating versatility and a forward-thinking approach that continues to shape AT & T’ s future. telcomagazine. com 31