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Jeff Robertson Appointed to the Board of the First Responder Network Authority by Secretary of Commerce

CHANDLER, Ariz., July 07, 2026--July 7, 2026-- Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) ("Comtech" or the "Company"), a global communications technology leader, today announced that Jeff Robertson, President of Allerium, has been appointed to the Board of the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority), the independent federal authority responsible for overseeing the development and evolution of FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband network dedicated to America's fir

Comtech Telecommunications Corp.July 7, 20263 min read
Jeff Robertson Appointed to the Board of the First Responder Network Authority by Secretary of Commerce

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Allerium president to help advance the nation's public safety broadband network CHANDLER, Ariz., July 07, 2026 --( BUSINESS WIRE )--July 7, 2026-- Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) ("Comtech" or the "Company"), a global communications technology leader, today announced that Jeff Robertson, President of Allerium, has been appointed to the Board of the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority), the independent federal authority responsible for overseeing the development and evolution of FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband network dedicated to America's first responders. The appointment was made by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick. "I am deeply honored by this appointment and grateful for the opportunity to serve our country in such a meaningful way," said Robertson. "Public safety has been the focus of my career, and I look forward to working alongside my fellow board members in support of FirstNet's mission. I am committed to serving on the Board to the very best of my abilities and helping ensure America's first responders have access to the communications capabilities they need to protect the communities they serve." As President of Allerium, Robertson leads the company's emergency communications business, supporting Next Generation 9-1-1 deployments, call handling, emergency communications networks, and related public safety solutions. "Jeff has devoted his career to improving emergency communications and supporting the men and women who protect our communities every day," said Ken Traub, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Comtech. "His experience, leadership, and unwavering commitment to public safety make him exceptionally well suited to serve on the FirstNet Authority Board. We congratulate Jeff on this well-deserved appointment and know he will bring thoughtful leadership and a collaborative spirit to this important role." While serving on the FirstNet Authority Board, Robertson will continue in his role as President of Allerium. About Comtech Comtech Telecommunications Corp. delivers trusted mission-critical communications solutions used by military forces, government agencies, public safety organizations, mobile network operators and communities around the world. With nearly 60 years of global communications technology leadership, Comtech provides secure, resilient systems proven to perform in the world's most demanding environments. Through advanced satellite and space communications systems and Allerium's Next Generation 9-1-1 emergency services and location-intelligence platforms, Comtech delivers reliable connectivity across orbit, network and ground to keep essential missions, services and communities connected when it matters most. For more information, please visit comtech.com .

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