OFC 2022: Strong PON ecosystem, from subcomponents to test & measurement

Julie Kunstler

Chief Analyst

Julie has over 30 years of experience in the communications components, equipment, and software industry. She is responsible for Omdia’s coverage of the fixed broadband access industry, including components, equipment, and software, focusing on PON, xDSL/Gfast, and cable. Julie closely follows technology developments and subsequent impacts on the vendor ecosystem.  

Julie has worked as an executive, investor, and board member for communications companies, both private and publicly traded. Prior to joining Omdia, Julie served as vice president of business development for Teknovus, focusing on PON deployments in Asia Pacific, OEM agreements with major equipment vendors, corporate strategy, analyst relations, business planning, and fund-raising. Before Teknovus, Julie served as cofounder and general partner for Portview Communications Partners, a VC fund focusing on investments in early-stage communications technology companies. Julie received her MBA from the University of Chicago and is a regular participant at industry events around the globe.