Numu Communications was founded for one purpose; to provide broadband internet and cellular network services to chronically unserved Indigenous Nations. As a majority Native-owned business, we understand the unique challenges of providing service for Tribes, many of whom are located in remote and rural areas. Our goal is to provide network services and training so Tribal Communities can own and manage their own communications infrastructure.

Our unique next generation network is purpose built to provide broadband internet services over mobile networks. Service speeds are up to 100Mbps Symmetrical for Fixed Wireless and 1Gbps Symmetrical for Fiber. In addition, our mobile network infrastructure has 5x the coverage of traditional equipment, allowing Numu Communications to serve more community members in a short timeframe. The technology provides a unique opportunity for Tribes to own future-proof internet and cellular network infrastructure.

CO-FOUNDER & CEO

Steve is a member of the Fort McDermitt Paiute Shoshone Tribe and has over 30 years experience in the Telecommunications, Customer Experience, and Service Provider industries.

Steve's mission is to assist Tribal Nations in the design, implementation, and operation of community broadband networks that serve their citizens. This helps Tribal clients assert their Digital Sovereignty by owning and operating their own networks.

Steve also specializes is business process transformation and has supported global business transformation projects for Fortune 100 companies, government agencies, and American Indian Tribes.

CO-FOUNDER & CFO

Corrine is a member of the Fort McDermitt Paiute Shoshone Tribe and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with over 35 years of Tribal financial management experience.

Corrine is a seasoned auditor, consultant and trainer who has dedicated her professional career to serving American Indian Tribes, and nationally recognized as an expert in tribal government and business financial management.

Her combined public accounting background and hands-on experience working inside tribal organizations makes Corrine uniquely qualified as an insightful and proactive advisor to tribal governments and tribal business enterprises.

CO-FOUNDER & CTO

Robert has over 30 years of experience in the Service Provider and Telecommunications industry, including AT&T Bell Labs, Lucent and Avaya Labs. He has extensive experience in 3GPP/IMS networks and carrier networks both domestically and internationally.

Working in the CTO Office for Avaya, Robert was responsible for the development and launch of Avaya Mobile Experience. This industry first solution provided toll-free services over cellular networks, which enabled network authentication and digital channel deflection using mobile network subscriber data.

Robert is also CTO of security start-up firm Journey, which provides network authentication and identity management services. These services are critical for Tribal communities to keep members safe while using the Internet for government and community services.