Daniel K. Schlangler serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Technology & Regulatory Officer (EVP & CTRO) at Crown Castle Inc., a leading provider of shared communications infrastructure in the United States. In this pivotal role, he oversees the company's technology strategy, regulatory affairs, and innovation initiatives, ensuring the deployment of advanced fiber, small cell, and tower solutions to support 5G networks and future wireless technologies. Schlangler's leadership drives Crown Castle's commitment to bridging the digital divide through scalable, high-performance infrastructure that powers mobile operators and enterprise connectivity. With over 25 years of experience in telecommunications and technology, Schlangler previously held senior leadership positions at major industry players, including Cox Communications, where he served as Senior Vice President of Technology Strategy and Architecture, spearheading nationwide network upgrades and the rollout of DOCSIS 3.1 capabilities. Earlier in his career, he contributed to groundbreaking projects at Time Warner Cable and AT&T, focusing on network optimization, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies like IoT and edge computing. Schlangler's achievements include pioneering fiber-deep architectures that enhanced broadband speeds for millions of users and leading regulatory advocacy efforts that shaped favorable policies for infrastructure sharing. At Crown Castle, he has accelerated small cell deployments across urban markets, contributing to a 20% increase in enterprise customer growth and positioning the company as a key enabler of next-generation wireless ecosystems. His strategic vision continues to propel Crown Castle's growth in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.