Jon Boeing, is the Founder & CEO of Conekt.ai. Through his 20+ years of experience in the mobility industry he discovered a similar problem continuously evolving, more devices, more networks, and more software are needing more data. Conekt.ai is on a mission to help connect businesses and people to optimize costs, coverage, and gain control of global assets.

Previously to starting Conekt, he was the commercial leader for connectivity partnerships at Rivian. Combining overall mobility strategy with cross-collaboration amongst various product and engineering teams, he was able to take his passion of IoT into the convergence of automotive. As an evangelist of emergency services in automotive, he also has a personal mission to connect all types of people and things across the world, forever. From working over 8 years in Asia, Mr. Boeing enjoys traveling, time with his 3 children, driving his R1S, and playing a small part in the community helping drive climate change.

Markus Hummel is a purpose-driven, customer-centric executive with over 30 years of leadership experience spanning Analytics, Cybersecurity, IoT, Connected Car, FinTech, Telecom (IVR, Voice Response, Softswitches), and SaaS. With a degree in Telecommunications Engineering (Dipl.-Ing. Nachrichtentechnik) from Germany.

He has led multiple organizations to ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certifications through pragmatic process improvement and a strong security posture. Markus is a named inventor on 9 patents, including innovations in telecom and music technology. Outside of work, he’s an active musician with tracks on Spotify and YouTube, a visual artist with gallery exhibits, and a dedicated family man who enjoys travel and staying fit.

Jim Ranke is a distinguished technology leader with over 25 years of experience in driving innovation and delivering impactful results in the telecommunications and technology sectors. He leverages his deep expertise in wireless network architecture, IoT, and telematics to help the company transform how businesses manage connectivity.

Previously, as a Distinguished Engineer/Architect and Client Partner at Verizon Business, Jim spearheaded strategic partnerships with leading automotive OEMs and industrial IoT clients. He is a passionate advocate for emerging technologies, including 5G, and has a proven track record of developing and implementing high-quality, cost-effective solutions for complex challenges. His extensive technical proficiencies span a wide range of areas, including wireless network architectures (CDMA, LTE, 5G), IoT, and solution design.

Daniel Ferreira is a technologist with 25 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary teams to design and execute global go-to-market strategies that bridge customer needs with service innovation. A self-starter with a history of aligning diverse industry objectives with scalable, networked solutions, Daniel navigates complex engineering, product, legal, and regulatory landscapes decisively.

Known for building trusted relationships with multinational VP/CxO stakeholders across sectors including Critical Infrastructure, Automotive, Media, Manufacturing, Finance and Cloud, Daniel brings a unique ability to influence and deliver results. He is adept at leveraging AI to craft innovative commercial models and connectivity solutions powered by Satellite, Private & Public 4G/5G, and Wi-Fi. Daniel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering and an MBA in International Business from the University of Miami. He is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Chris Reid brings over 25 years of experience in telecom-centric strategic services, specializing in both hardware and software IoT solutions. As a client engagement specialist, he is known for his strong customer advocacy and ability to align technical solutions with business outcomes. Chris has deep expertise in flagship MVNE/MVNO/MNO operations and has worked extensively within the Cisco Jasper Control Center for 12+ years.

His background as a UI/UX solutions engineer enhances his ability to deliver intuitive user experiences across platforms, addressing the simple goal of delivering the “what” a customer is wanting to accomplish. He has contributed to projects involving lidar, telematics, infotainment, and connected vehicle applications, particularly within the AT&T ecosystem with FCA/Stellantis, BMW group, VW group, Volvo/Volvo Trucks and Lucid . Chris is well-versed in SaaS and PaaS models, with a focus on orchestration layer integration through a single pane of glass interface. Outside of work, he is an avid golfer and a proud member of the Knights of Columbus. Chris attended Auburn University with a BS in Wildlife Science/Zoology.

Sean Horan is an accomplished business executive with over two decades of success leading revenue growth, scaling innovative technologies, and guiding high-performing teams in global markets. As Executive Vice President of Sales at GXC, he spearheads the commercialization of private cellular (5G & LTE) solutions across key verticals such as industrial manufacturing, agriculture technology, logistics, and large-scale venues. Under Sean’s leadership, GXC has expanded its sales pipeline from 21 to well over 120 qualified opportunities, generating a total contract value in the range of $120–$130 million.

Fluent in Spanish and adept at navigating international markets, Sean has established strategic partnerships across EMEA, LATAM, and APAC. He holds an MBA in Marketing and Product Management from The University of Texas at
Dallas and a BS in Environmental Science with a Business Administration minor from Brigham Young University. A strong believer in servant leadership, Sean invests in team development and nurtures an inclusive, results-driven culture. He resides in the Salt Lake City metropolitan area with his family, where he remains committed to helping companies drive digital transformation, scale globally, and unlock new revenue opportunities in the evolving world of IoT and private cellular solutions.