SteveBlum (tux)
Tellus Venture Associates develops new broadband systems, along with the innovative services, applications and products that deliver real value to customers, investors and organizations. We have built, funded, launched and managed wireless, fiber optic and satellite networks that serve consumers and communities around the world.

Stephen Blum, the president of Tellus Venture Associates, has led many successful projects and served in several senior executive positions on a consulting basis. Senior level consulting assignments include the development of...

  • IPTV, SaaS and social networking services.
  • Mobile applications.
  • WiMAX, WiFi and fiber optic systems.
  • Satellite radio systems such as WorldSpace in Africa and the Middle East, and XM Satellite radio in the U.S.
  • Satellite broadcasting platforms such as DirecTv in Latin America and Japan.
Recent projects and executive assignments include...

  • Senior vice president of marketing and sales for an IPTV consumer electronics company.
  • Chief operating officer of a wireless ISP.
  • Team leader for an NGO project in the Philippines.
  • Principal negotiator for a cable system sale to a top tier MSO.
  • Managing consultant for a public/private WiMAX network deployment.
  • Principal consultant for comprehensive feasibility studies for municipal wireless broadband systems.
  • Management advisor for satellite broadcasting systems in North and South America, Asia, the Pacific Rim, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, including most recently Italy, Cambodia and New Zealand.

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Steve specializes in start-up companies, and also evaluates and implements new initiatives for major corporations, investment firms, municipalities and private communities.