2025 Communications Forum Speakers

Below is a list of the representatives from government and the communications industry who have been featured speakers at The Media Institute’s Communications Forum luncheons:

Telecom & Media Analyst Craig Moffett of MoffettNathanson Research

April 16, 2025, Luncheon Speaker

Telecom analyst Craig Moffett of MoffettNathanson Research discussed demographic trends and economic factors affecting the growth of broadband, fiber, and wireless technologies at the April Communications Forum luncheon. The event took place at the Fairmont Hotel in Washington, D.C.

FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington (right) talked about a wide range of policy issues during a fireside chat with Institute Board Chairman Dick Wiley

March 20, 2025, Luncheon Speaker

FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington (right) talked about a wide range of policy issues during a fireside chat with Institute Board Chairman Dick Wiley on March 20. Topics included the outlook for 5G, spectrum availability, changes to broadcast ownership rules, and Supreme Court decisions affecting agency authority. The Communications Forum luncheon took place at the St. Regis Hotel in Washington, D.C.

Curtis LeGeyt, President & CEO, National Association of Broadcasters, speaks at the TMI Luncheon Series, February 19, 2025

February 19, 2025, Luncheon Speaker

Curtis LeGeyt, president and CEO of the National Association of Broadcasters, stressed the need for changes in media ownership regulations to give local broadcasters a level playing field against Big Tech and streaming services. This is broadcasters’ top priority, he said.  His remarks came at the 2025 season opener of the Communications Forum Luncheon Series at the Fairmont Hotel in D.C.