ENTREPRENEUR AND EXECUTIVE LEADER

Kimberly Maki

A savvy and respected leader with experience as a global tech association Executive Director, Entrepreneur/CEO, and C-Level Corporate Executive in the technology space with a proven track record articulating clear, compelling visions to strategically position organizations and optimize business results in competitive markets.

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Skills and Expertise

Known as a motivational, influential leader, and collaborator, Kimberly builds and guides high-performing teams in resolving complex business challenges. She also works with organizations in a fractional capacity as a CRO, CMO and CCO, leveraging her expertise to drive impactful strategies.

Creative, engaging, and decisive — Kimberly is committed to continuously improving culture, methodologies, and systems to enhance business operations, reputation, growth, and profitability.

Strategically, she leads, builds, creates, manages, and produces highly valued customized programs, events, and services, overseeing revenue and budgets ranging from $1 million to $18 million. Her programs have attracted participation from intimate gatherings to large-scale events with more than 10,000 participants.

Utilizing her extensive background representing thousands of technology professionals and collaborating with hundreds of tech companies, Kimberly has a knack for aligning technical initiatives with business goals.

Experienced Tech Advancement on Global Scale 

  • Global Tech Event Strategy & Management

  • New Tech Product Launches

  • Enterprise & B2B Vendor Relationship Management

  • Executive Collaboration/Deal Making

  • Technical Certification & Standards Development

  • Major and Advanced Crisis Planning including Operations and Communications

  • Executive Publisher of Profitable Global Peer-Reviewed Tech Journals & White Papers

  • Keynote Speaker/Global Stages

  • Data Analytics/MarTech Stack

INFLUENTIAL VOICES IN TECHNOLOGY™

Something Extraordinary is Happening.

The systems that power our world are converging in ways we’ve never seen before, creating new opportunities for people, businesses, and communities.

Influential Voices in Technology™ brings together the leaders, innovators and ideas shaping what comes next.

SUCCESS HIGHLIGHT

SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2023

Exhibitor Growth & Engagement
Substantially increased the number of exhibits by 24%. The show witnessed exceptional exhibitor engagement, highlighted by multiple companies’ earnings announcements referencing its success at the show and featuring significant deals.

Revenue Growth & Profitability
Revenue increased by 25%, and profitability increased by 76%, demonstrating expanded strategic focus, new revenue opportunities, keen expense management, and Expo’s long-term viability. 

Attendee Satisfaction & Growth
Attendance exceeded projections by 5% after already growing 2022 by 37%. Attendee satisfaction increased, underscoring our strengthened commitment to attendee feedback.

SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2023 Wrap Up Video

COMMUNITY IMPACT

STEM Education and Economic Development

“Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of impacting the work of hundreds of community-based organizations, particularly in STEM education and economic development. One of my most fulfilling endeavors has been spearheading the creation and leadership of an expansive initiative called Bright Ideas: STEM from Today’s Youth. This program was akin to a multistate Shark Tank for young innovators and leveraged our company’s strengths to provide opportunities for youth to showcase their creativity and vision for shaping the world through technology. It was incredibly rewarding to witness these bright minds incubating new ideas to solve real-world problems, embarking on a journey of innovation. I am immensely proud of the platform we created to empower the next generation of changemakers.”

“Bright Ideas: STEM from Today’s Youth” PSA

“Bright Ideas: STEM from Today’s Youth” Intro

Experience

Kimberly’s experience has equipped her with the ability to navigate complex technical landscapes, understand the intersection of technology and business, and drive forward-looking initiatives.

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  • FOUNDER & HOST, INFLUENTIAL VOICES IN TECHNOLOGY™
    September 2026 – Present

    Host and creator of Influential Voices in Technology™, an independent editorial platform and podcast exploring how technology and infrastructure are shaping human potential.

    Through conversations with leaders, innovators, and voices from inside and outside the technology industry, Influential Voices connects issues that are too often discussed separately, including broadband, energy, AI and data centers, the future of work, economic opportunity, and thriving communities.

    The platform is organized around three editorial pillars: Broadband Future™; Energy & Connectivity™; and The Opportunity Layer™.

    Our editorial approach is grounded in the belief that meaningful conversations require different perspectives, and that no single company, industry, or point of view has the whole picture.

    STRATEGIC EDITORIAL ADVISOR, BROADBAND LIBRARY
    February 2025 – Present

    Strategic Editorial Advisor to Broadband Library®, helping shape editorial strategy and thought leadership focused on the technologies, infrastructure, leadership and ideas influencing the future of broadband and connectivity.

    My work includes developing and shaping executive thought leadership, identifying emerging issues and voices, and helping broaden the conversations surrounding the evolving connectivity ecosystem.

    FOUNDER/CEO, INFLUENTIAL VOICES, LLC
    Greater Tampa Florida Area
    January 2020 – Present

    Founder & CEO of Influential Voices, LLC, through which I have led strategic initiatives, growth and transformation efforts across technology, broadband and infrastructure.

    Since 2020, my work through Influential Voices has included executive leadership and advisory engagements, major industry initiatives, executive programs, business development, strategic positioning and the development of industry platforms.

    Among these initiatives, Influential Voices was engaged to lead and transform SCTE Cable-Tec Expo (now SCTE TechExpo) in 2022 and 2023, one of North America’s premier broadband and telecommunications industry events. Under Kimberly’s leadership, the event grew to nearly 10,000 technology professionals and featured more than 330 speakers and experts from around the world, creating a global forum for learning, exchanging ideas and exploring the technologies shaping the industry’s future.

    Today, Influential Voices is also home to Influential Voices in Technology™, an independent editorial platform and podcast bringing together leaders, innovators and perspectives from inside and outside the technology industry to explore how technology and infrastructure are shaping people, businesses and communities.

    VP, MARKETING, CONFERENCES/EVENTS, MEMBERSHIP & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, BICSI – The Global Leader in ICT Education, Certification & Standards
    Tampa, FL
    October 2017 – December 2019

    Oversaw four departments including Marketing & Communications, Sales & Business Development, Membership & Customer Care and Conferences/Events with responsibility for approximately $16 million in revenue.

    CORPORATE VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS EXECUTIVE, BRIGHT HOUSE NETWORKS
    Orlando, FL
    July 2009 – January 2017

    Oversaw corporate communications, public relations, online strategy, crisis management, community investment, corporate social responsibility, and multicultural engagement for privately held multibillion-dollar cable operator with 8,500+ employees. Aided in the acquisition process in one of the largest mergers/acquisitions in U.S. history by supporting due diligence and leading communications in the transition to the new entity.

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR‍, SOCIETY OF MOTION PICTURE & TELEVISION ENGINEERS & SMPTE FOUNDATION
    White Plains, NY
    October 2006 – July 2009

    Served as chief employed executive for this multimillion-dollar global standards-setting and professional membership organization in the broadcast TV and film/movie industry.

    VP, MARKETING, MEMBERSHIP & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT‍, SOCIETY OF CABLE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERS
    Exton, PA
    August 2003 – October 2006

    Managed all aspects of membership, business development, marketing, communications, media relations, publications, website, the award-winning Operación Español and other diversity efforts and growth and diversification of approximately $8 million in revenue.

    FOUNDER‍, MAKI & CO
    TX to PA Relocation/Remote Work
    March 2002 – July 2003

    Successfully consulted on multiple Government Affairs, PR and management consulting contracts during my family relocation to the Exton, PA area. Also, during this time, I published and sold The Original Grateful Journal for Children. This project was featured on Oprah Winfrey’s angel network/website.

    VP, PUBLIC AFFAIRS, TIME WARNER CABLE
    Houston, TX
    May 1999 – February 2002

    Responsible for government affairs including franchise renewals, political action funds, retransmission consent agreements, media relations, and community affairs. Oversaw $8 million in cash and in-kind community sponsorships.

  • Emma Bowen Foundation

    Alliance for Women in Media and AWM Foundation

    Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission

    Cardiovascular Institute of Advent Health (formerly Florida Hospital)

    Big Brothers Big Sisters Association Statewide Board for Florida

    weVenture, Orlando Women’s Business Center powered by Florida Institute of Technology

    IBC: The Worlds Leading Content & Technology Event, Ownership/Partnership Board

  • Bachelor of Science, Public Administration
    Northern Michigan University

    Media Literacy Certificate Program
    Harvard Graduate School of Education

    Time Warner Cable Executive Financial Management Program
    University of Denver

    S.I. Newhouse School of Communications ACC Public Affairs Institute
    Syracuse University

    WICT Betsy Magness Leadership Institute
    Center For Creative Leadership

    Cable Executive Management Program, Telecommunications Management
    Harvard Business School Executive Education

    External Executive Coach Program, Continuing Education
    Columbia University

    Digital Marketing Certificate
    University of South Florida

Career and Entrepreneurial Highlights

  • Participating in key tech standards and professional development meetings with CEOs in Dubai UAE

  • Leading Bright Ideas STEM from Today's Youth multi-state Innovation Competition

  • Former Publisher of ICT Today: The Official Trade Journal of BICSI and the Motion Imaging Journal, SMPTE’s peer-reviewed magazine.

  • Facilitated a new Strategic Plan with the Board of Directors and rebranded/relaunched the SCTE Foundation

  • Creating award-winning mentor and leadership training programs.

  • SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2023 Opening General Session

  • Influential Voices, LLC: Learn from women who are paving the way — in career, business and next chapters.

  • Speaking at the Bright House Regional Business Awards in Tampa

  • Award for “Bright Ideas STEM From Today's Youth.”

  • Multichannel News Wonder Woman Award featured in my alma mater's magazine

  • Presenting BICSI ICT Canada Training Theater

  • Kimberly with Mary Spio, CEO/Founder, CEEK Virtual Reality at SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2023

  • Facilitating women’s leadership session on influence and impact

Honors and Awards

WICT NEW YORK/ MULTICHANNEL NEWS WONDER WOMAN OF TELEVISION AWARD

NORTHERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY OUTSTANDING ALUMNI AWARD

LOCAL EMMY® (MICHIGAN) & DURING KIMBERLY’S LEADERSHIP SMPTE WON A TECHNICAL EMMY®

NUMEROUS INDUSTRY AWARDS INCLUDING RECOGNITION AS A TOP WOMAN IN TECHNOLOGY

Let’s Work Together

As a seasoned executive with a demonstrated track record of achieving exceptional business outcomes in corporate settings and steering multiple nonprofit technology organizations to success, I am eager to bring my strategic leadership and passion to any project. Reach out today to learn more about how we can work together.