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NEW YORK STATE WIRELESS ASSOCIATES INC
WATERFORD, NY · EIN 205917772 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · nyswa.org
revenue
$52K
expenses
$56K
net assets
$159K
employees
0
volunteers
55
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

TO BE A TRADE ORGANIZATION FOR COMPANIES INVOLVED IN THE WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Trade association representing companies in the wireless, fiber, and broadband telecommunications industry in New York State. The organization advocates for the industry, provides educational outreach to policymakers and the public, and supports workforce development through initiatives like the ELEVATE program. It connects over 4,700 professionals and 700 organizations across infrastructure, regulatory, and technology sectors.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Annual fundraising and networking event held at award-winning golf courses across New York State, supporting NYSWA’s charitable initiatives.
ELEVATE Workforce Development Program
Provides students with industry-aligned education, hands-on experience, internships, and mentorship to enter careers in wireless and broadband telecommunications; partners with SUNY, CUNY, and BOCES.
SUNY Impact Foundation Scholarship
Non-tuition scholarship program for SUNY students pursuing careers in telecommunications and related fields.
Wireless Forum
Biennial premier event featuring educational panels, keynote speakers (e.g., FCC Chairman), tours, and networking; serves as a platform for industry engagement and policy discussion.
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Community Foundation & United Way Support 1 activity
    • Funding workforce development for veterans and students
      Funds annual scholarships for SUNY students and provides annual financial support to Warriors for Wireless to support workforce development for veterans in the wireless communications industry, using sponsorship funding for charitable donations.
  • Professional Networking Events 1 activity
    • Hosting educational and networking events
      Organizes and hosts a range of events including biennial Wireless Forum, annual racing and golf tournaments, holiday socials, skiing socials, regulatory roundtables, lab tours, panel discussions, and educational sessions to support relationship building, professional growth, and outreach in the wireless, fiber, and broadband industry.
  • Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
    • Member engagement and educational outreach
      Produces and distributes a quarterly newsletter and monthly Center Stage profiles highlighting member companies shaping wireless technology and infrastructure in New York State, serving as a trusted resource for wireless news, issues, and education.
  • Industry Trade Association Services 1 activity
    • Trade association representation for wireless industry
      Operates as a trade organization representing over 4,700 members and 700 companies, municipalities, and key decision-makers in the wireless communications industry in New York State, advocating on legislation, regulation, and technology issues.
  • Tech Skills Training for Underserved Groups 1 activity
    • Workforce development and student career preparation
      Implements workforce development initiatives with industry-aligned curriculum, hands-on learning experiences, internships, and connections to industry experts and employers to prepare students and veterans for careers in telecommunications, including personalized mentorship and transitions from education to employment.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$52K
Contributions & grants$22K42%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$1340%
Other revenue$30K
expenses
Total expenses$56K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$159K
Cash$159K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$159K
Liquid reserves34.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +19.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 25
  • AARON FRIEDMAN — VP - SOCIAL
  • ADRIAN BEREZOWSKY — BOARD MEMBER
  • ANN D'ALESSANDRO — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHRISTOPHER DARR — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHRISTOPHER FISHER — BOARD MEMBER
  • DAVID BRONSTON — BOARD MEMBER
  • DOUGLAS DIMITROFF — BOARD MEMBER
  • EDWARD FRAWLEY — BOARD MEMBER
  • ELIZABETH SWEENEY — TREASURER
  • EMILY MCPHERSON — BOARD MEMBER
  • ERICA VILLECO — BOARD MEMBER
  • HEATHER DOUGLAS WILKINS — BOARD MEMBER
  • JANE BUILDER — BOARD MEMBER
  • KRISTIN DUFFY — BOARD MEMBER
  • LEE MORREALE — VP - EVENTS
  • LESLIE SNYDER — BOARD MEMBER
  • LUCIA CHIOCCHIO — SECRETARY
  • MICHAEL JONES — BOARD MEMBER
  • PATRICK FORD — BOARD MEMBER
  • PAUL ELISENBURG — BOARD MEMBER
  • PAUL FETTUCCIA — PRESIDENT
  • ROB GAUDIOSO — VP - REGULAT
  • STEPHEN RUZZO — BOARD MEMBER
  • TOM MARCIANO — BOARD MEMBER
  • TOM WISEMAN — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 26

Who they work with

  • AT&T Partner — Strategic partner of New York State Wireless Associates Inc
  • BOCES Partner — Partner institution in workforce development outreach and education.
  • Boldyn Networks Partner — Provides staff support for NYSWA, including Chris Darr as a point of contact for the Center Stage program.
  • CUNY Partner — Higher education partner in the ELEVATE workforce development program
  • CUNY Partner — Partner institution in workforce development outreach and education.
  • ELEVATE Workforce Development Program Network — Core workforce development initiative operated by New York State Wireless Associates Inc.
  • National Association of Tower Erectors Partner — Strategic partner of New York State Wireless Associates Inc
  • PCIA Partner — Primary liaison for the Marketing & Communications Committee.
  • Ramaker and Associates Partner — Provides staff support for NYSWA, including Tom Wiseman as a point of contact for the Center Stage program.
  • SUNY Partner — Higher education partner in the ELEVATE workforce development program
  • SUNY Partner — Partner institution in workforce development outreach and education.
  • SUNY Impact Foundation Partner — Collaborates with NYSWA to administer a non-tuition scholarship program for SUNY students pursuing careers in wireless technology.
  • Safer Buildings Coalition Partner — Strategic partner of New York State Wireless Associates Inc
  • T-Mobile US, Inc. Partner — Strategic partner of New York State Wireless Associates Inc
  • Ukrainian Institute of America Partner — Hosts the NYSWA Annual Holiday Social at its Park Avenue location in New York City.
  • Verizon Partner — Strategic partner of New York State Wireless Associates Inc
  • Warriors 4 Wireless Partner — Strategic partner of New York State Wireless Associates Inc
  • Warriors for Wireless Partner — Receives annual financial support and collaboration from NYSWA to train veterans for careers in the wireless industry.
  • Wireless Infrastructure Association Partner — Supports the State Wireless Association Program (SWAP) and provides leadership, education resources, and administrative support to state wireless associations including NYSWA
  • Women’s Wireless Leadership Forum Partner — Strategic partner of New York State Wireless Associates Inc
  • first responders Network — Member category within NYSWA representing first responder organizations involved in wireless communications.
  • members Network — Organization representing members in the wireless, fiber, and broadband industry.
  • product manufacturers Network — Member category within NYSWA representing companies that manufacture wireless products.
  • service providers Network — Member category within NYSWA representing wireless service providers.
  • state, local and federal officials Government — Government officials at state, local, and federal levels who are members of NYSWA.
  • wireless carriers Network — Member category within NYSWA representing wireless carriers.
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.

  • Collaborative Stakeholder Engagement through Events and Networks
    methodology: collaborative industry advancement
    By organizing events and promoting partner activities, the organization fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange across the industry, because structured engagement platforms enable relationship-building and collective innovation.
  • Industry-Aligned Workforce Development through Education Partnerships
    methodology: education-connection-advocacy
    By partnering with educational institutions and embedding industry needs into curricula, the organization develops a skilled talent pipeline because experiential learning and direct industry engagement ensure graduates are job-ready and aligned with real-world telecommunications demands.
  • Unified Industry Advocacy and Public Education
    methodology: unified_voice_and_public_education
    By serving as a unified voice for the wireless industry and educating the public, the organization builds trust and strengthens relationships between industry stakeholders and communities, leading to greater acceptance and support for infrastructure development.