Darryl R. Ladd

Darryl R. Ladd, P.E. is an experienced professional in network operations and engineering, currently serving as the Director of Network Operations at SBA Communications since 2021, overseeing telecom, fiber, and data center services. Previously held roles include Director of Asset Management and Construction at SBA Communications, Principal/Chief Operating Officer at Metrix Management, LLC, and Head of Carrier Operations at Windstream. Darryl has also contributed to education as a GMAT Prep Instructor and held executive positions at Time Warner Cable and Cox Communications, focusing on network operations and engineering. Early career experience includes technical roles at Telcordia Technologies and AT&T. Darryl holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from the University of Oklahoma, an MBA from Nova Southeastern University, and a Leadership Certificate from Vanderbilt University.