The World Teleport Association has appointed Randall Barney as Executive Director effective March 1, 2025. In his new role, he will have primary responsibility for the association’s programs, finances, membership growth and governance. He succeeds executive director Robert Bell, who will become a strategic advisor to the association along with his colleague, Director of Development Louis Zacharilla.
Randall joined WTA in 2006 as membership administrator after serving in administrative positions with other nonprofit associations. Under his leadership, WTA launched a streamlined teleport directory, global teleports map and WTA’s Executive Dialogue Series. Advancing to membership director, he expanded the association’s membership and took the lead role in growing WTA’s successful Teleport Certification program, which has certified more than 70 teleports around the world based on transparent, independently verified standards of quality in facilities, technology and operating procedures. He was appointed Deputy Executive Director in October 2024.
“My relationship with WTA, and that of Lou Zacharilla, goes back nearly 30 years,” said Robert Bell. “Over nearly 20 of those years, Randall has been a key member of the team, and he has developed into a dedicated and effective leader. As the teleport industry adapts to major change in the satellite communications market, he will ensure that WTA provides its members with the perspective, guidance and connections they need to succeed.”
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