In this episode of 'The Wireless Way,' host Chris Whitaker interviews David Ripner, who has spent 30 years in the wireless industry. Ripner recounts starting his career with humble beginnings conducting surveys in malls, which eventually led him to sales and into the wireless sector.

He details his progression from working on pagers in 1994 to playing a significant role in establishing the Dallas market for a paging company, and later transitioning into cellular sales as the industry evolved. Ripner also discusses founding the mobility marketplace, aimed at helping businesses and government customers manage their cell phone accounts more efficiently through device management solutions. The conversation covers the challenges of data wiping, the importance of securing decommissioned devices, and how the industry's approach to device lifecycle management and business operations has changed over the years.

Ripner emphasizes the value of listening to customers' needs to evolve services and solutions in the fast-paced wireless industry.

00:00 Welcome to The Wireless Way: Meet David Ripner

01:00 David's Unique Journey into the Wireless Industry

03:29 The Evolution from Pagers to Cell Phones

06:45 The Birth and Mission of The Mobility Marketplace

08:01 The Intricacies of Device Lifecycle Management

18:13 Securing Devices: The Overlooked Aspect of Cybersecurity

19:27 Reflecting on Changes in the Wireless Industry

26:53 David's Passion for Problem-Solving and Customer Feedback

28:45 Wrapping Up: The Importance of Security and Customer Feedback

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