Our People

Stephen Brown brings more than 30 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, giving him a deep understanding of network infrastructure, engineering practices, and the operational demands of complex utility projects. For 15 of those years, he led Express-tek’s Engineering and OSP departments, guiding teams, shaping processes, and helping establish the high standards that continue to define the company’s work today. In 2024, Stephen stepped into the role of President, carrying forward the legacy of his father, Fred Brown, while bringing his own vision for long-term growth and service excellence. Throughout his career, he has overseen the planning, design, implementation, and management of everything from building laterals to large-scale fiber rings, supporting carriers, enterprises, and public-sector clients. He remains committed to expanding Express-tek’s capabilities, strengthening customer partnerships, and positioning the company for continued success in the years ahead.

With over 25 years in the low-voltage and systems integration industry, Jim Bruce leads the Construction Systems Integration division at Express-tek, managing the full lifecycle of low-voltage projects. His oversight includes structured cabling, telecom engineering, electronic security, fire alarm, paging and intercom, and audio-visual systems delivered in design-build formats. He ensures operational excellence across sales and marketing, project management, team performance, quality control, financial outcomes, and strategic growth. Jim’s career is marked by a proven ability to bridge technical expertise with executive leadership—driving Express-tek’s continued success in delivering reliable, integrated infrastructure systems.

Keith Ward brings over 45 years of experience in Aerial and Underground utility construction, specializing in the installation of fiber, copper, and coaxial networks. At Express-tek, Keith leads the design, implementation, and management of fiber optic builds for both public and private sector clients. His extensive field expertise, combined with a hands-on approach to project delivery, ensures that each build meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance. Keith’s leadership is key to delivering reliable, future-ready infrastructure across diverse markets.

Chris Lewis brings over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry to his role as Director of Utility Consulting. Starting his career as a CAD Drafter in 2005, Chris worked his way up through various positions, eventually serving as a Senior Project Manager before taking on his current leadership role. At Express-tek, Chris manages and oversees projects of all sizes, from multi-mile network designs to complex building tie-ins. He also leads initiatives to implement innovative software solutions that streamline design and engineering processes, ensuring efficiency and quality across every project. Outside of work, Chris is deeply involved in the King George community. He serves as the Head Baseball Coach at King George Middle School and is passionate about developing young athletes. Chris has been married to his wife for 18 years, and together they enjoy raising their two amazing kids.

Joining Express-tek in 2010, Matt worked his way up to Director of Business Operations. Utilizing his skills in data analytics and his understanding of business processes, he ensures that all departments met the high standards set by ownership and that all initiatives align with the corporate vision.