Episode 27
New World Meets Old World
January 30th, 2025
33 mins 43 secs
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About this Episode
In Episode 27 of UTC’s The Intersection Podcast, titled “New World Meets Old World,” host Rusty Williams, President and CEO of UTC, interviews Bentina Terry, the President and CEO of Southern Linc and Southern Telecom, Inc. Bentina shares insights into her career journey, from her background as a lawyer in the utility industry to leading a telecommunications company. The conversation explores the crucial role of telecommunications and IT systems in utility service delivery, especially in the face of challenges like hurricanes and cyber events. Bentina discusses how Southern Linc and Southern Telecom have thrived over the years, the regulatory issues facing the ICT sector, and the future of technology in the utility industry. The episode concludes with Bentina reflecting on what makes her proud in her role and offering predictions for the industry in the next 25 years.