Felix Toscano Joins AireSpring as VP of Mobility & IoT

We're excited to welcome Felix Toscano to the AireSpring team as our new Vice President of Mobility & IoT. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Felix brings a deep understanding of the mobility space and a proven track record of driving innovation and delivering powerful solutions for businesses.

At vCom Solutions, he led the expansion of the company’s mobility offerings and SaaS-based solutions. During his seven-year stint at MetTel, he played a key role in growing mobility solutions and strengthening channel partnerships. In this position, Felix will help shape strategy and deliver cutting-edge mobility and IoT solutions that meet our customers’ changing business needs.

“At AireSpring, we recognize that mobility and IoT are rapidly shaping the future of business connectivity,” said AireSpring CEO Avi Lonstein. “Felix’s expertise and deep industry relationships will be instrumental in expanding our mobility offerings and delivering seamless, high-performance solutions to our customers.”

Read the full press release to learn more about Felix's new role.

AireSpring Honored with 2025 INTERNET TELEPHONY

SD-WAN Product of the Year Award

We’re thrilled to share that we have once again received the INTERNET TELEPHONY SD-WAN Product of the Year Award. This year’s recognition highlights our Global Managed SD-WAN solution combining industry-leading SD-WAN technologies, including VMware VeloCloud, Cato SASE/SD-WAN, and Fortinet SD-WAN with our Private Global Backbone (PGB).

With over 85 global Points of Presence (PoPs), our PGB offers a high-performance, cost-effective alternative to MPLS, including AireSpring’s PIAC dedicated connectivity in and out of China and guaranteed 99.999% uptime. We source and provide last-mile connectivity in more than 190 countries, ensuring global reach with local support.

Included in this solution is AIreCONTROL, our proprietary AI-powered IT Service Management platform. With real-time visibility, centralized control, and deep AIOps data, including carrier outages, weather conditions, syslogs, and security alerts, AIreCONTROL offers comprehensive oversight over networks and the ability to proactively identify issues before they affect your business operations. Along with AIreCONTROL, our AIrePOD team of dedicated Tier 3 engineers stay with you throughout the entire process, with support cases addressed within 10 minutes and escalated to senior management within 2 hours.

Read the full press release on our website.

AireSpring Launches Dual SIM for

Managed Wireless WAN

AireSpring is pleased to announce the release of Dual SIM for Managed Wireless WAN. This feature eliminates delays in turning up wireless service at a customer's location where the initial wireless carrier chosen does not have sufficient signal.

We now include a backup SIM with the device pre-loaded with a SIM from a second wireless carrier to ensure that the customer can be turned up without delay.

For any questions or concerns regarding these updates, contact your Channel Manager.

AireSpring Announces Winner of its

Q1 Incentive Trip to Paris

We’re excited to announce that Ashleigh Walsh, Senior Account Executive/Owner, Parallel Technologies, Dublin, OH, is the winner of our Q1 2025 Trip to Paris!

“AireSpring has been great to work with for our large enterprise customers as they have a great implementation team and have been very accommodating for our clients. Their ability to be flexible has been the reason we've been able to pull deals across the finish line.”

--Ashleigh Walsh, Senior Account Executive/Owner

Parallel Technologies

Ashleigh Walsh

Senior Account Executive/Owner

For more information, contact your Channel Manager.

Join the Top TSDs for a Discussion on the

Channel's Next Chapter

The telecom and IT channel continues to evolve rapidly, shaped by innovation, acquisitions, economic forces, and shifting partner expectations.

Join AireSpring for our annual State of the Channel Industry Roundtable, happening June 5, 2025, featuring executive leaders from AppDirect, AVANT, Intelisys/ScanSource, Sandler Partners, and Telarus — five of the most influential Technology Solutions Distributors in the channel today.

This exclusive virtual panel will explore the key trends, challenges, and opportunities facing the partner ecosystem, including:

  • The evolving role of the TSD
  • Mergers, acquisitions, and private equity influence
  • AI’s impact on partner enablement and service delivery
  • Vendor management and supplier relationships
  • Tools and technologies shaping advisor productivity

Whether you're a Technology Advisor, MSP, VAR, supplier, or industry stakeholder, this session will deliver valuable perspective on where the channel is headed — and how to position yourself for success.

What: AireSpring’s 2025 State of the Channel - Industry Roundtable Webinar

Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025

Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (ET)

Intelisys Fishing Tournament

June 4-5, 2025

Buford, GA

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AireSpring Presents: 2025 State of the Channel Industry Roundtable

Thursday, June 5, 2025

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)

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AppDirect Emerging Tech Workshop

June 9-10, 2025

Denver, CO

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AVANT Elevate

June 10, 2025

Chicago, IL

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AppDirect Golf Tournament

June 11, 2025

Denver, CO

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Intelisys Golf Tournament

June 12, 2025

North Stonington, CT

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Telarus Tech & Taps

June 12, 2025

Atlanta, GA

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AVANT Golf Tournament

June 12, 2025

Newport Beach, CA

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Telarus Tri-State Golf Tournament

June 16, 2025

Cold Spring Harbor, NY

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Amplix Golf Tournament

June 16, 2025

Franklin, MA

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Intelisys Golf Tournament & Supplier Expo

June 19, 2025

Egg Harbor Township, NJ

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Telarus New Supplier Meet & Greet

June 25, 2025

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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AVANT Elevate

June 26, 2025

Charlotte, NC

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AireSpring SD-WAN & SASE Bootcamp

Thursday, June 26, 2025

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)

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LAVA Technology Savanna Bananas Excursion

June 28, 2025

Washington, DC

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Webinar: SD-WAN & SASE Boot Camp

Who Should Attend: Technology Advisors

Instructor: Stephen Sigmon, VP Solutions Engineering

Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025

Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM Eastern Time (ET)

Join us for an in-depth overview of SD-WAN and SASE technologies, led by AireSpring’s VP of Solutions Engineering, Stephen Sigmon.

Tailored towards Technology Advisors guiding clients on secure connectivity and networking solutions, this Bootcamp is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of SD-WAN and SASE technologies.

Key Takeaways:

  • Evaluate SD-WAN’s Role in SASE: Understand SD-WAN technology as the foundational pillar of SASE architecture.
  • Explore SD-WAN, SD-Branch, and SASE Benefits: Identify the value, potential caveats, and unique capabilities of SD-WAN, SD-Branch, and SASE to meet diverse business needs.
  • Compare Leading Technology Providers: Gain insights into the top solutions from Cato, Fortinet, and VeloCloud by VMware, with practical use cases for each.
  • Discover Managed SD-WAN and SASE Advantages: Learn how Managed SD-WAN and SASE services add value for multi-location and global enterprises.
  • Get a First Look at AIreCONTROL: Explore the capabilities of AireSpring’s AI-powered, cloud-based IT Service Management Platform, designed to optimize and manage enterprise networks.

Space is Limited!

All Attendees Must

Register in Advance!

Instructor

Stephen Sigmon

VP Solutions Engineering

AireSpring

To begin, please tell us a little about yourself, your career in

telecom/technology, and your agency.

I began in the telecom/technology industry in 1972 at ITT Telecommunications, building rotary dial and later touch-telephone single line, and multi-button, 1A2 telephone system, telephones. I was in the Army from 1973 to 1979, still working on telephone systems and security technology. The Army trained me in PBX technology, Step by Step, Crossbar and digital switching systems. From there I’ve worked as a technician in civilian life ever since.

Essary Communications was founded in June 2009 following the closure of the company where I previously served as a branch manager.

Bill Essary

Owner, Essary Communications

Memphis, TN

Since then, we’ve been dedicated to helping businesses find the right communications solutions to support their success. Our top priority has always been delivering exceptional service—because we believe that a satisfied customer is the best source of future referrals. Today, Essary Communications offers a full range of services, including the sale, installation, and maintenance of both on-premises and hosted phone systems, as well as network cabling. We also partner with industry-leading providers like AireSpring to deliver reliable, high-performance communications networks tailored to each client’s unique needs.

What do you like about working with AireSpring?

I like working with a company I can talk to. From sales to support and everything in between, the AireSpring team has been great to work with. AireSpring Regional Channel Manager Wes Spining has done a lot to educate us on the entire process as well as the latest solutions and always leads us down the right path.

"Whenever I have technical questions, the AireSpring team consistently delivers clear, knowledgeable, and strategic guidance—something that sets them apart in this industry."

AireSpring Managed Service Tier 3 Engineers have also done a tremendous job putting everything together. Whenever I have technical questions, the AireSpring team consistently delivers clear, knowledgeable, and strategic guidance—something that sets them apart in this industry. While we've never had to escalate an issue, the proactive support structure they provide—including a detailed escalation list—is well above what most providers offer, even upon request. AireSpring has proven to be a reliable and trusted partner for meeting our customers’ communication needs.

What would you say is the secret to being a successful technology advisor in today’s marketplace?

In today’s marketplace, success comes down to being a trusted, honest, and dependable technology advisor. At Essary Communications, we believe in the solutions we offer and take a patient, customer-first approach—because second-best isn’t an option.

We stay current on evolving technologies and carefully choose what we represent. When a customer’s need falls outside our scope, we make it a priority to connect them with a trusted provider who is the right fit. With the growing complexity of available solutions, no single company can do it all—and our customers deserve nothing less than the best option for their business. Security must remain a top priority for every organization. Cyberattacks are increasing in both frequency and sophistication, and bad actors aren’t targeting a specific company size or industry—they’re simply scanning for vulnerabilities. If your systems aren’t protected, it’s not a question of if you’ll be targeted, but when.

"The most important thing we can do to be successful in today’s marketplace is be a trusted, honest, and dependable technology advisor."

In addition, AI is the next major frontier. Many customers are intrigued by AI—even if they don’t fully understand it—because they recognize its potential to reduce costs and enhance operations. But success with AI isn’t just about adoption; it’s about thoughtful implementation.

As advisors, our role is to help customers navigate the “what,” “when,” and “how much”—guiding them to integrate AI and other emerging technologies in a way that’s secure, effective, and tailored to their needs. This won’t be a one-time project; it will be an ongoing journey that evolves alongside their business.

What do you foresee happening in the channel in 2025 (or what is the “next big thing” or “things” you think people should be aware of or get involved in, etc.)?

Security must be a top priority for all our customers. There are too many attacks and bad players out there looking for the company that is not protected. The hacker is not looking for a particular size or type. They are looking for what is available. Their systems are simply scanning for the company they can access. Then that company is their next target. If you are not protected, it is just a matter of time before you are hit.

AI is the next thing our customers are looking for. They aren’t even sure what it is, but it must be good if it saves money and adds a valuable service. Now, it’s just a matter of how to do what we do. However, we have a much more important job in aiding our customers to determine what, when, how, and how much is necessary, and ensure everything is protected and available for their application to operate properly. It will not be a one-and-done deal. It will be an ongoing process that will carry us and the customer into the future.

One major game-changer in AI technology in this industry is the IT service management platform, which is why AireSpring’s AIreCONTROL is such an important tool. The ability to manage your networks and do everything from a single pane of glass is incredibly helpful to our customers. Even someone with limited knowledge or experience can use it, and they don’t have to hunt for all that information in disparate places.

"Our role is to help customers navigate the “what,” “when,” and “how much”—guiding them to integrate AI and other emerging technologies in a way that’s secure, effective, and tailored to their needs."

What are some of your interests outside of telecom?

Outside of work I enjoy family, church, and golf. My first love is to Jesus, followed very closely by my wife of 50 years, Cheryl. We have 3 sons, all married; 11 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and a second one on the way, expected arrival in July. I spend most of my off-work time involved in working for our church, Faith Baptist Church of Bartlett, TN., where I am a deacon, involved in Men’s Ministry, men’s training class, high school football team ministry, “The Water Boys”, which is a group that helps out coaches at local football games, and the widow’s ministry.

Bill and his wife Cheryl.

Bill and his Water Boys

volunteer group.

Bill's great-grandson, playing on the telephone.

Bill at a gathering with his family, including his many grandchildren.

Tell us briefly about your professional background and your career prior to joining AireSpring.

I began my career in tech sales in New York City, learning fast and building relationships one call at a time. Over the past 15 years, I’ve worked across sales, marketing, and partner strategy with a deep focus on the channel. I’ve lived and worked all over—Vegas, Hong Kong, Singapore, London, St. Louis, and now Milwaukee—which helps me connect with people from all walks of life. In my first role as Account Manager at Inside Sales Solutions, I gained a wealth of experience providing comprehensive database services, lead qualifications, and support for hardware, software, and IT services.

Michael Curtin

Regional Channel Manager

WI, MN, IA, KS, MO

As National Channel Manager at OnSIP, I was instrumental in developing a partner channel program and growing sales of UCaaS, CCaaS and POTS line replacements.

As Sales Director, Technology at CloserStill Media, I spearheaded the company’s expansion across Southeast Asia; as Sales Director, Global Accounts for Datacenter Dynamics, I built the company’s presence throughout Western Europe. Most recently, I served as Channel Sales Manager, USA at Adaptiv Networks. While there, I helped deliver a range of connectivity and security solutions, including SASE and SD-WAN, to partners and their customers across the United States.

Tell us a bit about your role at AireSpring and how you support our partners.

As Regional Channel Manager for the Midwest, I work closely with partners to uncover opportunities, solve challenges, and drive long-term wins. I stay close to the field, bring in the right resources, and make sure partners always have what they need. Additionally, my background in international sales will also be key to helping bring AireSpring solutions to multi-location enterprises operating globally.

What do you like about working at AireSpring?

AireSpring trusts its people. That kind of freedom, combined with the backing of a responsive, fast-moving team, is rare. I feel empowered here, and that makes it easy to go all in. AireSpring also has an impressive range of solutions with advanced technologies, including security, SASE, and global connectivity, along with innovative tools such as QuoteSpring and AIreCONTROL, its AI-powered IT service management (ITSM) platform. Our portfolio is exceptionally future proof. Offering best-of-breed solutions combined with connectivity provides a great advantage to customers, who get access to the best customer service in the industry. I’m looking forward to bringing these solutions to partners and their customers worldwide.

Tell us about your hobbies/activities outside of work.

I’m a storyteller at heart—trained in acting and directing, passionate about great films, and always chasing strong content. I shoot Polaroid photography and have a growing set of professional audio/video gear to work on new projects.

Hot yoga keeps me centered. My pups, Zoe and Willow, keep me smiling. And I’m deeply connected to my family—I hope to buy my mom a peaceful country home in Wisconsin someday. That’s part of my why.

Michael and his pups, Zoe and Willow.

Michael decompressing during a hot yoga class.

Michael-the-actor performing on stage. 

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