Paul Lekan is Director of Market Strategy and Business Development for the Utilities Telecom Council, a global industry trade association that advocates before Federal, state and local government executive, legislative and judicial bodies to support the advancement and security of the telecom and IT networks of utilities and other critical infrastructure industries. Globally, UTC provides education and information services through conferences, publications, and electronic media as well as networking and technical services, including frequency coordination.
Prior to joining UTC in 2012 Lekan worked with Aclara, serving as Vice President of Marketing during the integration of its foundational companies. He also served in sales, product marketing and operational roles with Eaton Corporation and Parker Hannifin.
Lekan is a graduate of The University of Akron earning a bachelor of arts in business and organizational communications, and received his MBA from Baldwin Wallace University.