The Boon of Wireless

What happens when a wireless company is built around a mission instead of just selling phones? In this episode of The Boon of Wireless, host Jon Horovitz sits down with Wade Dunn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadedunnjr/) and Koddi Dunn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/koddidunn/), founders of Love Mobile (https://www.linkedin.com/company/lovemobile/), to discuss how they're creating a different k...

The wireless industry is evolving rapidly, and dealers who understand the changes ahead will be better positioned for long-term success. In this episode of The Boon of Wireless, host Jon Horovitz sits down with Kim Laue (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-laue-a2519039/), President of Marceco (https://www.linkedin.com/company/marceco/), to discuss the current state of wireless retail, emerging indust...

In this episode of The Boon of Wireless , host Jon Horovitz sits down with Darius Allen , co-founder of Rockstar Wireless , to discuss how he's reimagining wireless distribution, customer rewards, and AI-powered support from the ground up. Allen's telecom background goes back to 2013, when he helped bring the Siam 7X — the first dual-screen smartphone — to the U.S. market in partnership...

In this episode of The Boon of Wireless , host Jon Horovitz sits down with Pete Gulick , founder of Scorpion Security Products , to talk about how the rise of organized retail crime and shrink pushed him to build one of the wireless industry's most innovative asset-protection companies — now holding 45 patents with a global retail presence. Gulick walks through Scorpion's "Future Fo...

The Boon of Wireless was on the ground at MVNO Nation Americas 2026 in Miami — and host Jon Horovitz brings back everything from the show floor. With record attendance, an intimate decision-maker environment, and Jon serving as chair for day one and moderator across multiple sessions, this episode is your inside look at the conversations shaping the MVNO industry right now.

In this episode of The Boon of Wireless , host Jon Horovitz sits down with Ahmed Khattak , founder and CEO of US Mobile, to discuss how he's been quietly building one of the most innovative wireless companies in the country since 2014. US Mobile operates as a software-driven hybrid carrier across multiple major networks — including Starlink — with a unified app and single billing system. Khat...

In this episode of The Boon of Wireless , host Jon Horovitz sits down with Rich Balot , founder of Victra and Verizon's largest authorized retail partner. Rich started as a teenage mobile DJ, opened his first US Cellular store in college to employ his father, and grew Victra into a nationwide wireless retail powerhouse operating roughly 1,800 Verizon locations across all 50 states, with 300+...

As Q1 2026 wraps up, the wireless industry is moving fast — and host Jon Horovitz breaks it all down on this solo episode of The Boon of Wireless . Jon opens with a piece of telecom history: the first public handheld cell phone call, made by Motorola's Martin Cooper on April 3, 1973 — a moment that set the entire wireless industry in motion. From there, he pivots to the present, unpacking the...

What does it take to build, scale, and successfully exit a wireless retail business — and then pivot into the MVNO space? In this episode of The Boon of Wireless, host Jon Horovitz sits down with telecom growth strategist Vivian Delgado Johnson, a 21-year AT&T corporate veteran who built an eight-store AT&T authorized retail portfolio in South Florida before selling it in 2023. Vivian brea...

The Boon of Wireless Podcast: 2-Year Anniversary Special (Episode 60) | Top Moments & Industry Insights Celebrate Episode 60 and the two-year anniversary of The Boon of Wireless Podcast with host Jon Horovitz in this special retrospective episode highlighting the conversations, insights, and industry voices that have shaped the show. Now part of Wire Low in Princeton, New Jersey, the podcast h...

Verizon Value’s Jay Miglionico on Total Wireless’ Explosive Growth & Dealer Strategy | The Boon of Wireless Podcast In this episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, host Jon Horovitz sits down with Jay Miglionico, Associate Vice President of the Indirect Channel for Verizon Value, to break down the rapid expansion of Total Wireless and what it means for dealers across the country. Jay shares h...

How AI Is Transforming Wireless Retail | David Cherrie on The Boon of Wireless Podcast In this episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, host Jon Horovitz sits down with David Cherrie, co-founder and CEO of Arcade, a venture-backed sales engagement platform revolutionizing wireless retail. They explore how AI, gamification, and data-driven training are reshaping frontline retail performance and dri...

In this episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, host Jon Horovitz welcomes back Adam Wolf, President of the National Wireless Independent Dealer Association (NWIDA), for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of wireless. Fresh off the latest insights from CES, Jon and Adam break down the rapid rise of AI in telecom, the accelerating shift to eSIM, and the growing reality of global connectivit...

Wireless Innovations & Entitlements with Emir Aboulhosn | The Boon of Wireless Podcast (2026) Happy New Year and welcome to the first episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast in 2026! Host Jon Horovitz kicks off the year with Emir Aboulhosn, a pioneering serial telecom entrepreneur and founder of NetLync Mobile Communication Technologies Ltd. Emir introduces the concept of “Entitlements as a Se...

The Future of eSIM with Yesim | Artem Gordin on The Boon of Wireless Podcast In this episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, host Jon Horovitz welcomes Artem Gordin, Chief Marketing Officer of Yesim, a global eSIM connectivity and travel tech provider redefining how people stay connected around the world. Artem breaks down the evolution of eSIM technology, its benefits for international travelers...

Exploring Celebrity MVNOs & the Future of Mobile Services | The Boon of Wireless Podcast In this episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast , host Jon Horovitz sits down with Alex Besen , Founder and CEO of The Besen Group , to explore the growing intersection of celebrities, influencers, and MVNOs . The conversation dives into how public figures can leverage their fan bases to launch mobile serv...

Exploring Prepaid Wireless Trends with Jeff Moore | The Boon of Wireless Podcast In this episode of The Boon of Wireless , host Jon Horovitz sits down with Jeff Moore , principal of Wave7 Research and one of the leading analysts in U.S. prepaid wireless and competitive intelligence. Together, they break down the latest trends shaping the prepaid industry, including Total Wireless’s evolution , Boo...

Exploring AI in Telecom with Abdul Nawabi & Cat McIntosh | The Boon of Wireless Podcast In this episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, host Jon Horovitz welcomes Abdul Nawabi, founder of Qentara.io, and Cat McIntosh from Skypeak Technologies. Abdul breaks down how Qentara.io’s AI-powered telecom operating system is transforming the way MVNOs, MNOs, and CSPs launch, scale, and manage their ne...

Join host Jon Horovitz of The Boon of Wireless Podcast as he brings you exclusive coverage from MVNO Nation Live 2025 in Alicante, Spain 🇪🇸 — one of the telecom industry’s most anticipated global events. This episode features conversations with top industry leaders, including Brian Kirk (Network IP) , Gary Koeb (Axiomera Partners) , Martina Klingvall (Telness Tech) , Kfir Zaltsman (Global 1 Sim) ,...

MVNO Growth & Strategy with Casey Zavaleta of Performance Culture Consulting | The Boon of Wireless Podcast In this milestone 50th episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, host Jon Horovitz welcomes Casey Zavaleta, Partner at Performance Culture Consulting, a firm that helps MVNOs, ISPs, and network operators accelerate growth. Casey brings a wealth of experience across the MVNx ecosystem, sup...

Enlightened Hospitality: Danny Meyer on Leadership, Culture & Success  In this inspiring episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, host Jon Horovitz welcomes Danny Meyer, legendary restaurateur and founder of Union Square Café and Shake Shack. Danny shares powerful lessons on leadership, building culture, and how the principles of Enlightened Hospitality can transcend industries — from restaura...

MVNO Trends & Global Expansion with Ewa Campbell of MVNO Nation | The Boon of Wireless Podcast In this episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, host Jon Horovitz kicks off with some quirky U.S. attractions before diving into the latest developments in the wireless industry. Jon discusses Consumer Cellular’s new MVNO Enabler service, Enabler IQ, and welcomes back Ewa Campbell, co-founder of MVN...

Unlocking Retail Efficiency with Ryan Esteb of ShiftLab | The Boon of Wireless Podcast" In this episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, host Jon Horovitz highlights New Jersey’s quirky traffic feature known as jug handles before welcoming Ryan Esteb, Vice President of Sales at ShiftLab. Broadcasting from Northern New Jersey, Jon explores how ShiftLab’s retail performance platform is transfor...

In this episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, host Jon Horovitz spotlights what makes New Jersey truly special before diving into the future of wireless telecommunications. Discover how Consumer Cellular’s new MVNE service, Enabler IQ, is shaping the market and why telecom podcasts are becoming a vital driver of wireless subscriber growth. With insights from industry leaders like Ed Evans of Co...

Join host Jon Horovitz in this insightful episode of The Boon of Wireless Podcast, featuring Chris Hogan, CEO of Rebiz. Chris discusses how data analytics and artificial intelligence are revolutionizing wireless retail, helping stores enhance customer interactions, optimize operations, and significantly boost sales conversions. Dive into Rebiz's journey, real-life retailer success stories, an...