Wendell Woody Pathfinder Awards

The Wendell Woody Pathfinder award was established in 1997 to recognize an elite group of telecommunications industry professionals who actively participated for at least 20 years and significantly impacted the industry during that time.

New members must be nominated by a Pathfinder from a different company and be endorsed by a Pathfinder not associated with their company.


2023 WENDELL WOODY PATHFINDERS

Bill McCall

INSP

Bill McCall dedicated eight years to working on the operator side at First Carolina Communications and C4 Media Cable before devoting 25 years of his career to INSP. Throughout his tenure, Bill, alongside his team, notably Tim Easley, consistently demonstrated unwavering support for MACTA. They exemplified a willingness to lend assistance whenever called upon.


Judy Meyka

NCTC

Judy Meyka spearheads NCTC's programming negotiations, advocating for its 700+ independent video distributors with major content providers. With 25 years of experience, Judy has negotiated agreements with companies of all sizes, holding key roles at Adelphia Communications, iNDemand, AT&T Broadband, and MediaOne before joining NCTC in 2012. Recognized as one of CableFaxes's most powerful women, Judy's impact extends beyond carving a niche in the industry; she has significantly influenced the success of hundreds of companies through her adept negotiation skills, securing complex contracts across various formats. Under her leadership, NCTC has expanded its portfolio to include retransmission agreements, IPTV, streaming services, and new content offerings. Judy's expertise, resilience, and attention to detail have made her an invaluable resource, empathetically understanding and addressing the challenges faced by member companies. Committed to shaping the future of the video industry, Judy continually seeks innovative solutions to guide member companies to success. Her leadership has been instrumental in driving NCTC's success, making her a fitting addition to the Pathfinder Club and a representative of its esteemed legacy.


Andy Parrott

Vyve Broadband


Andy's journey from Cable Installer to President and COO of Vyve Broadband embodies dedication and advancement within the industry. Notably, Andy served as SCTE Chairman of The Learning & Development Committee, received several prestigious awards, and was recognized as a Cablefax 100 Top Honoree. He spearheaded Vyve Broadband's expansion into new markets, enhanced network redundancy, secured state grants, and launched innovative products like Amazon's eero. Andy's leadership extends beyond Vyve; he sits on multiple private equity investment boards and actively participates in industry panels and boards.

In the face of rapid industry changes, Andy remains at the forefront, staying abreast of technological advancements. He leads by example, often engaging directly with customers and emphasizing hands-on experience. Andy's diverse background and unwavering commitment to employee education make him a respected leader. He champions programs within SCTE and fosters relationships across industry organizations. Andy's exemplary leadership and dedication make him a fitting candidate for the Wendell Woody Pathfinder Award.


1997 CHARTER PATHFINDER MEMBERS

Hank Bradley

Dave Clark

Peter Collins

Vic Davis

Ed Drake

Doug Fuller

Tom Gleason, Jr.

Jerry Lampe

Ron Marnell

Rob Marshall

Mike Pandzik

Rex Porter

Les Read

Larry Spangler

Dick Thiessen

Robert K. Weary

Wendell Woody


PATHFINDER MEMBERS 1998-2023

Charles Broomfiled (1998)

Philip Brown (1998)

Steve Dyche (1998)

Richard Hook (1998)

Linda Jurgensen (1998)

Ted Gleason (1999)

Jim Orwick (1999)

John Thompson (1999)

Vern Wible (1999)

Tom Gleason, Sr. (2000)

Lynn Harrison (2000)

Bob Niles (2000)

Larry Trimble (2000)

Robert Weary, Jr. (2000)

Frank Hughes (2001)

Charlotte McClure (2001)

LeaAnn Quist (2001)

Dick Bates (2002)

Debby Exon (2002)

Ken Kendall (2002)

Carol Rothwell (2002)

Bob Sebby (2002)

Alan Tschirner (2002)

J. Richard Beard (2003)

J. Keith Davidson (2003)

David Headley (2003)

Larry Peterson (2003)

Larry Stiffelman (2003)

Tom Belcher (2004)

JoAnn King (2004)

Rob Moel (2004)

Tom Morris (2004)

Dave Severance (2004)

Jim Walker (2004)

Mike Flood (2004)

Valerie Kramer (2005)

Dan Mulvenon (2005)

Maurice Zion (2005)

Kevin R. Collins (2006)

Terry Cordova (2006)

Carl Dyson (2006)

Wayne Gale (2006)

Denise Lewis (2006)

Art Cunningham (2007)

Mike Drahota (2007)

Roger Ponder (2007)

David Presley (2007)

Milissa Witthar (2007)

Scott Grim (2008)

Mike Kohler (2008)

Matt Mayhan (2008)

Mark Stottler (2008)

Mark Caniglia (2009)

Joe Crone (2009)

Bryan Gann (2009)

Travis Garrett (2009)

Joe Scot (2009)

Mitch Bland (2010)

Tim Caudle (2010)

Hyman Sharpe (2010)

Richie Arnold (2011)

Chris Fleck (2011)

Jim Gleason (2011)

Dave Pangrac (2011)

David Berns (2012)

Garry Bowman (2012)

Charles Hembree (2012)

Ken Jameson (2012)

Steve Bennett (2013)

Tom McMillan (2013)

Mike Slyman (2013)

David Wall (2013)

Randy Goad (2014)

Melanie McMullen (2014)

Mike Wilson (2014)

Rich Fickle (2015)

Gary Shorman (2015)

Tim Easley (2016)

Larry Eby (2016)

Brent Scott (2016)

Robert Adelman (2017)

Elaine Partridge (2017)

Greg Harrison (2017)

John Federico (2018)

Greg Harrison (2018)

Kyle Alcorn (2019)

Matt Polka (2019)

Rob Shema (2019)

Phil Spencer (2019)

Cheryl Tuverson (2019)

Bret Carroll (2021)

Patricia Boyers (2021)

Ann Carlsen (2022)

Patrick Knorr (2022)

Bill McCall (2023)

Andy Parrott (2023)

Judy Meyka (2023)