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People: New FCC Chief Economist, USTelecom Promotions

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr's new top economist is University of North Carolina economics professor Jonathan Williams.

Jake Neenan

Jake Neenan

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People: New FCC Chief Economist, USTelecom Promotions
Photo of Lara Weinstein, senior director of USTelecom's executive office, from LinkedIn

WASHINGTON, Jan. 6, 2026 – The Federal Communications Commission and broadband industry group USTelecom announced hires or promotions among its senior staff.

From USTelecom's Tuesday release:

  • Alanna Chapell has been promoted from Director, Government Affairs to Senior Director, Government Affairs.
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