Jeff Holley
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Telecommunications leader with a strong track record of scaling businesses and driving innovation. Achieved over $25M in annual revenue and led a recognized firm on the Inc. 5000 list by leveraging strategic partnerships, optimizing services, and developing proprietary billing platforms that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder, CEO & President
boom! Technologies Inc
Oklahoma, USA
01.1998 - Current
- Full ownership of company P&L; scaled business to $25M+ annual revenue with $5M+ EBITDA
- Built and scaled a multi-carrier MVNO business, leveraging partnerships with major U.S. wireless networks
- Led company to recognition on the 2022 Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies list
- Directed financial strategy, forecasting, and cost optimization to ensure sustained profitability
- Expanded revenue streams through subscription services, partnerships, and platform licensing
- Enabled 'MVNO-in-a-box' capabilities supporting new entrants in the wireless market
- Negotiated and managed wholesale agreements, driving competitive pricing and service flexibility
- Positioned company within the MVNO ecosystem as both a service provider and platform enabler (MVNE/MVNA)
- Designed and developed a proprietary telecom billing and subscription platform (BSS) from the ground up
- Scaled platform to support MVNO operations and external clients; now valued at $35M+
- Built strategic partnerships across telecom and adjacent industries to accelerate growth
- Built and led a 30+ person cross-functional organization across product, operations, and commercial teams
- Oversaw end-to-end MVNO operations including service delivery, customer experience, and issue resolution
- Established a high-performance culture focused on accountability, innovation, and results
- 25+ years in telecommunications, wireless, and MVNO ecosystems
- Deep expertise in carrier networks, wholesale pricing models, and subscriber economics
- Founder with hands-on experience building from startup to scaled, profitable business
- Managed product development lifecycle from concept to launch at boom! Technologies Inc.
- Identified and secured strategic partnerships, expanding business reach and enhancing service offerings.
- Developed and implemented initiatives that increased market share and drove revenue growth.
- Participated in industry events and networking opportunities, boosting brand visibility and facilitating business growth.
- Designed and launched innovative products and services, ensuring they meet market needs and customer satisfaction.
- Secured initial funding through pitching to angel investors and venture capitalists, raising significant capital.
- Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.
- Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Marketing
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OKSkills
- Telecom strategy
- P&L management
- Carrier negotiations
- Billing platforms
- Market Expansion & Revenue Growth
- Market expansion
- Strategic positioning
- Operational excellence
- Executive leadership
- Strategic initiatives
- Alliance building
- System architecture
- Revenue generation
- Negotiation skills
- Market development
- Innovation Leadership
- Transformational Leadership
- Visionary leadership
- Entrepreneurial and innovative
- Client Relationship Management
Accomplishments
- Scaled MVNO business to $25M+ revenue and $5M+ EBITDA
- Built a $35M+ telecom billing (BSS) platform
- Recognized as Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company (2022)
- Developed MVNE/MVNA capabilities enabling new MVNO launches
- Led and scaled a 30+ employee telecom organization
Additional Information
25+ years in telecommunications, wireless, and MVNO ecosystems, Deep expertise in carrier networks, wholesale pricing models, and subscriber economics, Founder with hands-on experience building from startup to scaled, profitable business
Timeline
Founder, CEO & President
boom! Technologies Inc
01.1998 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Marketing
University of Central Oklahoma