President and CEO
Native Network, Inc
Wenatchee, Washington, United States
Andrew Metcalfe currently serves as President and CEO of Native Network and has 40+ years of experience as an engineer, entrepreneur, and visionary. After stints in the Marine Corp. and at Boeing, he served as chief engineer and architect of network infrastructure for a large Cellular One franchise. Then founded a successful regional carrier called NTI, which partnered with major wireless and cable companies. Now, he is leveraging his experience while following his passion and Native American heritage at Native Network (Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, raised on the Colville Reservation), a company he formed exclusively for broadband and telecom projects in Indian Country.
Education: BA, Engineering & Technical Management from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. US Marine Corp.- Electrical, Electronics & Communications Engineering.
Certification(s): Certified Fiber Optic Specialist (CFOS)
Empowering Tribes by Creating Broadband Programs that Respect Sovereignty
Monday, June 2, 2025
1:50 PM - 2:30 PM CT