Mike Ballard

Chairman and CEO, 1Velocity

Mike is chairman and CEO of 1Velocity, Inc. 1Velocity is one of the nation’s first wireless local exchange carriers, deploying true carrier-class Ethernet-based metropolitan networks.

Mike brings more than 20 years of experience in information technology and communications industries to 1Velocity. With strong leadership roles in sales, marketing, finance and executive management, his cross-functional business approach is key to successfully driving the strategic direction of 1Velocity and building a customer-driven company. Prior to joining 1Velocity, he founded Ballard Communications, one of the most successful and award-winning Public Relations firms in Nevada and the West. For the better part of a decade, it was the largest independent PR firm in Nevada.

Mike is the chairman of the Vegas Valley Angels and immediate past president of the Technology Business Alliance of Nevada. Mike also sits on the boards of several not-for-profit organizations including the Nevada Center for Entrepreneurship & Technology, the UNLV MIS Department’s advisory board, the Literacy and Education Awareness Project (L.E.A.P.), and the local chapter of Communities in Schools. He is also an active member of the Las Vegas Rotary.