For nearly 25 years, COMPTEL has served as an advocate for the competitive telecommunications industry before Congress, the White House, and the Federal Communications Commission. Moreover, COMPTEL is active in state regulatory and legislative proceedings, as well as beyond U.S. borders through information submitted to the United States Trade Representative (USTR) as part of World Trade Organization (WTO) proceedings.

As a fierce advocate for the principles of a competitive telecommunications marketplace, COMPTEL is active in proceedings underway at the FCC and state regulatory agencies, before Congress and the  Administration, in the international arena, and in the courts. COMPTEL focuses its policy advocacy efforts on five key areas:

• network access
• cost-based pricing
• enforcement
• rights-of-way
• international market access

COMPTEL encourages its active and vocal membership to participate in its committees – regulatory, legislative, international, and the meetings council, supplier council, and PR task force. These committees are vital in helping the association formulate its positions and policy strategies as new industry trends develop. COMPTEL also hosts a CEO Council, which provides top executives a forum to network and discuss business, technology and policy issues impacting their companies and the industry.

COMPTEL also is known for its twice-annual Conventions & Expos, as well as providing its members business and networking opportunities and educational and technical support through special events throughout the year.

Through its meetings and conventions, which are considered among the best in the industry, COMPTEL offers members numerous opportunities to stay on top of industry trends, share information and network with peers and customers. COMPTEL hosts two major conventions and expos annually – in the Spring and the Fall. These events provide exhibitors with ample business opportunities. In the course of each meeting, exhibitors meet with potential new customers, renew contact with current clients, and showcase their products and services to an audience seeking their solutions. In addition, the association offers conference attendees a full slate of educational sessions and workshops designed to address business and policy issues, and technological trends that impact member companies’ bottom lines.