Steven E. Bernstein is an American businessman and entrepreneur who founded SBA Communications Corporation, a leading provider of wireless infrastructure solutions for the telecommunications industry. Established in 1989, SBA Communications initially focused on the management and development of wireless communication towers in the United States.
Steven Bernstein began his career as a telecommunications attorney after earning his law degree from American University. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from the University of Vermont. Bernstein's legal background and expertise in the telecommunications industry laid the groundwork for his entrepreneurial pursuits.
In the late 1980s, with the rapid expansion of the wireless communications industry, Bernstein identified a need for infrastructure to support the growing number of mobile phone users. This realization led him to found SBA Communications, which aimed to provide infrastructure solutions for wireless service providers by building, owning, and managing wireless communication towers.
Under Bernstein's leadership, SBA Communications grew rapidly, acquiring and constructing new tower sites throughout the United States. The company quickly became a major player in the wireless infrastructure industry, providing tower leasing and site development services to some of the largest wireless carriers in the country.
In the late 1990s, SBA Communications expanded its operations internationally, entering markets in Latin America and other regions. The company also diversified its services to include distributed antenna systems (DAS) and small cells, which are critical for improving wireless coverage in dense urban areas and large venues.
Steven E. Bernstein served as the President and CEO of SBA Communications from its founding until 2002, when he became the Executive Chairman of the company's board of directors. Under Bernstein's guidance, the company has continued to grow and innovate, solidifying its position as a leading provider of wireless infrastructure solutions worldwide.
Today, SBA Communications owns and operates thousands of wireless communication towers across multiple countries, supporting the growth and development of the global telecommunications industry. The company remains committed to providing innovative and reliable infrastructure solutions that enable wireless service providers to deliver high-quality connectivity to their customers.
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