Charlie Thiel

Chief Operating Officer at Iota Communications

Charlie Thiel has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Charlie'scurrent role is as the Chief Operating Officer at Iota Communications, Inc. starting in 2023. Prior to this, they were the Managing Partner at Thiel Strategic, where they helped bridge the gap between different security silos. Charlie started this role in December 2016 and worked until May 2023.

Charlie Thiel also has experience in politics, serving as a Mayoral Candidate for the City of Allentown in 2016. Charlie ran a successful campaign focused on bringing service and stability to the city.

Earlier in their career, Charlie Thiel worked at CSi (Communication Systems, Inc.) in various roles such as Vice President of Business Development, General Manager of the Security Group, Director of Operations, Project Manager, and Project Team Leader. Charlie was responsible for leading and developing strategic plans to achieve company goals.

Charlie Thiel also served as the Executive Director at Gateway of Hope and as the VP of Operations at All-Line Services. Charlie gained experience in counseling as an Adolescent Counselor at Bethesda Day Treatment Center.

Before entering the business world, Charlie Thiel was a Pastor at First Assembly of God, where they had various responsibilities in youth, music, education, and administration.

Overall, Charlie Thiel has a well-rounded work experience with expertise in business development, security, politics, counseling, and pastoral work.

Charlie Thiel attended the University of Valley Forge from 1985 to 1989, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. The field of study is not specified. In terms of additional certifications, Charlie obtained the Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification from ASIS International in August 2020. In January 2016, Charlie became an InfraGard Member through the InfraGard National Members Alliance. Additionally, Charlie completed the Mission Control Administrator Certification Training V2.5 from Genetec in June 2018.

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  • Chief Operating Officer

    May, 2023 - present