Bud Noel
About Bud Noel
Bud Noel serves as the Executive Vice President and President of U.S. Tower at American Tower, where he oversees operations and provides connectivity solutions across the U.S. and Canada. He has extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, having held various leadership roles and contributed to a Fortune 500 company's global portfolio.
Work at American Tower
Bud Noel currently serves as the Executive Vice President and President of U.S. Tower at American Tower, a role he has held since 2023. In this position, he is responsible for serving a diverse range of customers, including mobile network operators, broadcasters, and government entities across the U.S. and Canada. He oversees operations that focus on providing connectivity solutions through tower sites and real estate. Prior to his current role, he served as the Chief Operating Officer of U.S. Tower from 2022 to 2023 and as Senior Vice President of Operations from 2011 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Bud Noel studied at East Carolina University from 1988 to 1992, where he gained foundational knowledge that supports his extensive career in telecommunications and infrastructure development. His expertise encompasses network deployment and customized solutions, including in-building systems and outdoor distributed antenna systems. This knowledge is integral to his role in enhancing connectivity solutions for various customers.
Background
Before joining American Tower, Bud Noel held significant positions in the telecommunications industry. He worked at Sprint Nextel as Vice President of National Site Development from 1995 to 2006, where he focused on site development strategies. He also served as Vice President of Network Deployment at LightSquared for a brief period in 2010 to 2011. His career reflects a strong background in site development and network deployment.
Achievements
Bud Noel plays a key role in evolving infrastructure to meet future connectivity needs. He contributes to the leadership team at American Tower, a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company, which manages a global portfolio of over 220,000 owned or managed sites. In February 2024, he joined the Wireless Infrastructure Association's Board of Directors, further extending his influence in the telecommunications sector.