XNET, the decentralized mobile connectivity platform enabling seamless carrier offload through secure Passpoint roaming, today announced Stephen John has joined its Board of Advisors.

Stephen brings more than two decades of leadership in carrier partnerships, mobility strategy, and enterprise wireless solutions. He previously served as CEO of Westell Technologies (NASDAQ:WSTL) a company whose core business centered on indoor wireless and DAS (Distributed Antenna System) solutions where he reorganized the company into focused business units, executed strategic M&A, and drove product stability and growth.

His background in improving indoor mobile performance and working closely with carriers and infrastructure providers makes him uniquely aligned with XNET's mission.

"We're thrilled to welcome Stephen," said James Childs, CEO of XNET. "His background in forging major carrier relationships and scaling wireless solutions aligns perfectly with where XNET is headed in 2026."

In his advisory role, Stephen will support XNET in strengthening mobile carrier integrations, accelerating enterprise adoption, and advancing the company's neutral-host connectivity model with partners such as Cambium Networks.

"XNET is solving a real, measurable problem in mobile performance," said Stephen John. "The ability to offload traffic automatically without passwords or friction is exactly where the industry is going. I'm excited to support the team as they scale."

For more information, visit XNETmobile.com.

About XNET

XNET is building the world's first decentralized neutral-host connectivity network. By enabling secure, automatic cellular offload onto existing WiFi infrastructure, XNET delivers carrier-grade performance for ISPs, enterprises, venues, and spectrum owners—while opening new revenue opportunities tied to real, validated data usage. XNET is based in Irvine, CA.

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XNET Appoints Industry Leader Stephen John to Board of Advisors