Dean Brauer

Dean Brauer is a seasoned telecommunications executive with extensive experience at Verizon since 2000, currently serving as Vice President Network for the Midwest region. Over the years, Dean has held various leadership roles, including Executive Director of Network Planning and Assurance, where operational responsibilities spanned significant portions of the U.S. and involved the management of large teams and multiple markets. Previous positions encompassed the management of LTE and Radio equipment standards, budget oversight for substantial capital and expense projects, and senior management of core transport engineering. Dean's career began at 360 Communications as a Senior RF Engineer, building a strong foundation in RF design and resource management, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Illinois Chicago.