We are proud to share that ACG Research CEO & Principal Analyst, Dr. Ray Mota, has been selected to join the prestigious judging panel for the 2026 World Communication Awards (WCA).

The official announcement from Total Telecom highlights the importance of this year's panel:

"Every year we are fortunate to be able to welcome a number of new judges to the panel for the World Communication Awards, and this year is no exception.

The credibility of the WCA is to a great degree down to our judges, recognisable names who meet our standards for impartiality, expertise, and a willingness to contribute a not inconsiderable amount of time to reviewing and debating the entries. We would like to give a special shout-out to three of our newest recruits:

•  Matt Walker, Chief Analyst, MTN Consulting (Based in Thailand)
•  Paddy Paddison, CEO, INCA - Independent Networks Cooperative Association (Based in the UK)
•  Ray Mota PhD, CEO & Principal Analyst, ACG Research (Based in the USA)

Between them, they add to our already impressive lineup of expert voices, further enhance the global outlook of our panel, and bring invaluable experience from organizations like Eastman Kodak Company, Wildanet, and Ovum."

Congratulations to Ray and the fellow newly appointed judges! Their expertise will help shape and honor the highest achievements in the global telecom industry this year.

To view the full list of judges or to review this year's award categories, please visit the official World Communication Awards website.

Entry Deadline: Friday, June 19th, 2026.

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