Christine Klauck
Christine Klauck, RCDD/NTS, is a retired telecommunications and structured cabling professional based in Keene, New Hampshire. She began her academic journey earning a certificate in engineering drafting from Westchester Community College, which helped launch her early technical path, and later attended Keene State College where she pursued a degree in teaching. As the youngest of five children and the first in her family to graduate college, she initially aimed for a career in education but ultimately transitioned into technical design work due to limited teaching opportunities at the time.
Her professional career spans several decades in telecommunications infrastructure, beginning with manual drafting work for land surveying before advancing into computer-aided design at IBM. There, she designed local area networks and structured cabling systems, later earning her RCDD and NTS certifications. She went on to hold key technical and instructional roles with organizations including The Siemon Company, Leviton, and Jaffe Holden, as well as earlier sales experience with Sears. Her work included designing data centers, university facilities, theaters, and complex voice/data/wireless systems, combining precision drafting with real-world infrastructure implementation.
Throughout her career, Christine was also deeply involved in professional leadership and public service. She held leadership roles within BICSI, including Northeast Regional Director and Secretary, and was the first woman to run for BICSI president. In addition to her technical accomplishments, she served as an Emergency Medical Technician for 15 years, reflecting her commitment to service both in and outside of her profession. Now retired, she is recognized for her contributions to structured cabling design, telecommunications standards, and her dedication to doing the right thing in every project she undertook.
• RCDD
• NTS
• Keene State College - BSed
• BICSI
• Kiwanis Club
• BICSI Cares (children's charities)
• Somers Volunteer Fire Department
• Yorktown Volunteer Ambulance Corps
• Kiwanis Club (children's charities)
• Volunteer driver for hospital and doctor's appointments
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to resilience and determination. As a woman, I have remained steadfast in pursuing my goals, refusing to give up despite challenges and setbacks. My perseverance has been a driving force behind my growth and achievements.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to do the right thing, and it’s a principle I’ve always upheld. I once lost a job because I refused to compromise safety and legal standards by installing cables in a hazardous, non-compliant environment. Despite the pressure, I stood by what I knew was right, reinforcing my belief that integrity should never be sacrificed, even at a personal cost.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to stand tall and confidently pursue your goals. Don’t accept things at face value—look deeper, ask questions, and continue to learn and grow. It’s a rewarding field with a lot to offer, and success comes from persistence, curiosity, and consistently doing your best.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
As I am retired, I am no longer directly engaged in the field, but I can reflect on it broadly. One of the ongoing challenges in the industry is keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology while maintaining safety, compliance, and quality standards. At the same time, there are significant opportunities in innovation, particularly in more sustainable, efficient, and integrated system designs that improve how spaces are connected and utilized.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The value that is most important to me in both my work and personal life is doing the right thing. I have always believed in being honest and not selling myself—or my clients—short. During walkthroughs, I was thorough and transparent in my assessments, clearly communicating what was truly required in terms of cabling and system design. I took pride in delivering quality work that reflected those standards. Even when it came at a personal cost, I remained committed to integrity, accuracy, and doing what was best for the project.
Locations
Telecommunications
Keene, NH 03431