Brooklynn S. Priest

Brooklynn S. Priest is a Senior OSP Design Specialist at TPRC Broadband, where she specializes in telecommunications infrastructure and fiber utility design. In her role, she develops fiber routes, supports utility relocation projects, designs blueprints, conducts field surveys, and records existing utilities to coordinate the placement of new infrastructure. With nearly six years of experience in the industry, Priest has developed a strong foundation in fiber optic utility construction, utility coordination, field operations management and infrastructure planning. Previously, she served as Associate Director of Operations across North Carolina and Ohio before transitioning to a more localized role due to personal circumstances. Priest built her expertise through hands-on, experience-based training and has continued to expand her professional knowledge through industry certifications. She holds OSHA 10, CPR, blood-borne pathogens, and flagging certifications, with OSHA 30 currently in progress. She is also a former member of Laborers’ Union Local 980. Her professional background reflects a commitment to safety, accuracy, and operational excellence, as well as the ability to adapt to the technical and logistical demands of complex telecommunications and utility infrastructure projects. Priest attributes her success to being detail-oriented and committed to ensuring that her work is accurate and complete. She emphasizes the importance of thorough documentation and accountability, following the principle of protecting and documenting her work. She also credits her mentor, Joanna Gleason, for providing valuable guidance and support throughout her career. In both her professional and personal life, Priest values honesty, civility, structure, trust, and self-discipline, particularly the ability to remain focused and composed under pressure.