named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Advocacy and Industry Representation
Represents teleport operators in global telecommunications markets, promoting their interests and helping members navigate industry changes and opportunities.
Research Reports
Produces research and insights on the satellite and teleport sectors to inform members and guide industry practices.
Teleport Certification
International certification program for teleport facilities with four tiers based on technical infrastructure, operations, and procedures; includes independent auditing and ongoing standards review.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Administering a four-tier certification program for teleportsOperates a certification system that evaluates teleport facilities, technical infrastructure, and operating procedures through Provisional and Full Certification tiers, with fees collected and discounts available for multiple certifications.
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Industry Research and Benchmarking 1 activity
- Producing research reports on the teleport and satellite sectorsConducts and publishes research reports that provide insights into the operations and trends within the teleport and satellite communications industries.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Operating as a trade association for teleport organizationsRepresents the interests of teleport organizations and serves as an industry body focused on the business of satellite communications, a role it has held since 1985.
- Providing access to a Global Teleport MapMaintains and offers access to a Global Teleport Map that enables users to locate certified teleport facilities worldwide.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$482K
Contributions & grants$314K65%
Program service revenue$131K27%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$36K
expenses
Total expenses$541K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$292K
Cash$178K
Investments$0
Liabilities$45K
Net assets$247K
Liquid reserves3.9 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -13.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 16
- ADAM LEVY — Director
- ALESSANDRO CARANCI — Director
- GANNIS YUEN — Director
- GEORGE RABATIN — Director
- GUIDO NEUMANN — Chairman
- JAY LAPRISE — Director
- JESUS MENDEZ SAMPEDRO — Director
- JULIET BAYLISS — Director
- KENNY SKILLEN — Director
- LIAM KIAN SOON — Director
- MATTHEW PRANGE — Director
- PABLO HOYOS — Director
- ROB WEITENDORF — Director
- SHLOMI IZKOVITZ — Director
- SUSAN SAADAT — Director
- WILL MUDGE — Director
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- Go Global Comms Partner — New member organization providing end-to-end telecom solutions to the global market.
- OneWeb Partner — OneWeb references WTA certification when evaluating prospective teleport operators for its satellite network.
- Orbital Connect Partner — New member organization serving as a distributor of satellite, telecom, and broadcast equipment.
- Rebel Space Technologies Partner — New member organization providing spectrum intelligence for satellite operators and government agencies.
- Tata Communications Partner — New member organization offering global digital ecosystem services across 190 countries and territories.
- Thales Edisoft Partner — New member organization developing software and real-time systems for satellite navigation.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Excellence-Based Networking and Peer Standards 63 orgsmethodology: excellence_networkingBy fostering a global network of teleport providers committed to high standards in technology, operations, and business practices, the organization promotes knowledge sharing and collective improvement, raising overall industry performance through peer-driven excellence.shared approach: Peer Networked Improvement →
- Industry Risk and Opportunity Intelligencemethodology: risk_and_opportunity_managementBy identifying emerging growth opportunities and mitigating operational risks related to industry changes, the organization enhances member performance and resilience, supporting sustainable development within the teleport sector.
- Objective Certification for Market Efficiencymethodology: objective_certification_frameworkBy establishing an objective and transparent certification framework, the organization enables teleport operators to demonstrate their operational quality, which in turn helps customers make informed vendor choices based on price-performance, thereby improving market efficiency and trust.