Joe Russo

Joe leads the team responsible for Verizon’s cutting-edge technology and product development, including the design, construction, and maintenance of the nation’s premier wireless network, the industry-leading Fios broadband service, and an extensive IP network that connects global customers in over 120 countries.

Over more than three decades at Verizon, Joe has held a variety of leadership roles across Core Engineering, Network Operations, Consumer Customer Service, Wholesale & Enterprise Service Delivery, and Northeast Field Operations. Notably, he played a key role in the development and launch of Fios, Verizon’s 100% fiber network known for its speed and reliability, bringing industry-leading internet connectivity to millions of homes across the mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions.

Joe began his journey at Verizon in 1995 as an intern with Bell Atlantic, demonstrating a commitment to innovation and excellence that has been the hallmark of his career ever since.

Joe serves on the Board of Directors for NAF, a national education nonprofit dedicated to preparing students for college, careers, and future success by connecting schools and businesses. He is also a board member of GSMA, a global organization that drives collaboration across the mobile ecosystem to foster innovation, enhance business environments, and support societal progress.

Joe earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from James Madison University and an MBA from the Lubin School of Business at Pace University. As a dynamic leader in both the corporate and philanthropic worlds, Joe remains passionate about leveraging technology to power and empower how people live, work, and play.