As President and one of the primary driving forces within the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet), TJ Kennedy will outline the journey so far and how the organisation has included so many different stakeholders in the network planning. Having recently signed contracts for the operational partners, the presentation will outline both the short-term and longer term actions that are required on the way to completion and operation of this unique network. This presentation will be of a high level of interest for all first responders, as well as administrative and organisational personnel; industry will also learn much from the presentation.