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Castanet is the pioneer of the 5G Broadcast Internet—reimagining how data is delivered, directly to future 5G consumer devices. In October 2025 we demonstrated the world''s first prototype of a Hybrid ATSC 3.0 / 5G Broadcast network. At NAB 2026 in Las Vegas, we unveiled the world's first live commercial ready Castanet 5G Broadcast Internet pilot network. 

Our network infrastructure meets the surging demand for bandwidth in view of continued growth in Live streaming, On Demand Video and generative AI. Our engagement platform drives audience growth and content virality and opens up opportunity for content owners based on direct connections with consumers. 

Castanet 5G Broadcast Internet: Where Scale Creates Value!
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Mission
Our mission is to pioneer the creation of a US nationwide one-to-all 5G Broadcast Internet that turns fragmentation into opportunity—generating shared prosperity with our partners, delight for consumers, advancement and resilience for the public.

Meet the Team

Wireless Pioneers, Serial Entrepreneurs, Visionary Doers.

Castanet is led by a world-class team of wireless communication veterans, industry pioneers, and serial entrepreneurs with decades of experience in building and scaling transformative technologies. From inventing early mobile broadband systems to shaping global standards for 5G and ATSC 3.0 and the Broadcast Internet, our team brings deep technical expertise and proven leadership. United by a shared vision, we combine innovation with execution to build and scale the Castanet 5G Broadcast Internet.

Founder, Executive Chairman 

Vern Fotheringham

A true veteran and trailblazer of the wireless industry, Vern has been shaping the airwaves for decades. He’s led multiple successful spectrum ventures and helped pioneer the OFDMA tech behind today’s 4G and 5G networks. From mobile and broadcast satellite systems to VoIP and IP data, Vern’s been there, built that — and is still pushing boundaries.

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Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer

Jon Romm

A technology entrepreneur with three decades of experience founding, scaling, and exiting companies in communications, digital media, and content distribution. He specializes in capital formation, strategic partnerships, and technology commercialization. As CEO, Jon leads the development of the next-generation Castanet 5G Broadcast Internet network and application services. 

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Founder and Vice Chairman 

Greg Herman

A pioneer in broadcast and spectrum innovation, Greg has helped shape the evolution of U.S. airwaves — from Class A TV to 5G Broadcast Internet. He played a key role in the $35B Nextel roll-up and co-founded OneComm, which merged with Nextel in a $980M deal. With decades of leadership in LPTV and mobile networks, Greg is a driving force behind Castanet’s spectrum-powered future.

    Founder, Vice President and GM 

    Eric Kozowksi

    With 30 years of hands-on experience in telecom and digital networks, Eric is a deployment and operations pro. From ATSC 3.0 broadcasting to IP multicast and wireless networking, he’s been at the forefront of next-gen connectivity. He founded one of Oregon’s first ISPs — and sold it to Verio, later acquired by NTT Communications. When it comes to building networks that work, Eric’s your guy.

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    Co-Founder & Chief Network Officer

    Tony Masiello

    With over 40 years in the game, Tony helped change how digital content hits your dashboard — literally — during his time at SiriusXM. A veteran of network design, engineering, and operations, he’s led everything from content creation to global distribution. If it moves over a network, Tony’s probably made it faster, smarter, and more reliable.

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    Co-Founder & COO

    Eric Navarro

    A mission-driven leader with 25+ years of experience, Eric brings serious strategy chops and operational firepower. A former Marine Officer, he’s led high-impact teams across industries — from defense to AI/ML to space. With an MBA and a master’s from the National War College, Eric gets big things done, the smart way.

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    Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer

    Alexander Renz

    A global innovation strategist, Alexander has helped corporate giants think big and act bold. He thrives at the intersection of emerging tech and business model innovation — and loves helping startups turn bold ideas into scalable growth. If it’s disruptive, he’s all in.

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    International Business Development

    Avi Gutgold

    Avi brings extensive experience from a range of global wireless communications leaders. He is passionate about wireless tech that changes the world and loves exploring new technologies, use cases and turns them into scalable market opportunities.

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    Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer (APAC & ME)

    Tarik A. M. Chowhdury

    Drawing on 25 years of experience, Tarik has helped drive telecom transformation and develop technologies that make high-speed internet more affordable across international markets. He represents services globally and leads Castanet's offshore supply chain sourcing for edge-computing devices.

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    VP of Product Development

    Bruce Heidel

    Bruce has been at the forefront of designing  products for many world-class companies, such as  AT&T, Kymeta, Rockwell Collins, Honeywell, Hughes Electronics, Meteorcomm, Universal Avionics, and XKL. Bruce excels at transforming ideas and requirements into solutions.

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    Castanet Corporation
    14241 NW Woodinville-Duval Road NE
    Woodinville, WA 98072 
    USA

    +1-425-442-4065

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