The ARRL is the national membership association for Amateur Radio operators. With approximately 154,000 members, it is the largest organization of radio amateurs in the United States. The ARRL is a not-for-profit organization that:

• promotes interest in Amateur Radio communications and experimentation
• represents US radio amateurs in legislative matters, and
• maintains fraternalism and a high standard of conduct among Amateur Radio operators.

At ARRL headquarters in the Hartford suburb of Newington, a full time staff of 120 helps serve the needs of members. ARRL is also International Secretariat for the International Amateur Radio Union, which is made up of similar societies in 150 countries around the world.

ARRL publishes the monthly journal QST, as well as newsletters and many publications covering all aspects of Amateur Radio. Its headquarters station, W1AW, transmits bulletins of interest to radio amateurs and Morse code practice sessions. The ARRL also coordinates an extensive field organization, which includes volunteers who provide technical information for radio amateurs and public-service activities. In addition, ARRL represents US amateurs with the Federal Communications Commission and other government agencies in the US and abroad.

Mike, W1MPN has a reputation for being able to unite people, share responsibilities and achievements generously with others, and listening. This shows in his well thought out plan which is posted on www.w1mpn.org and included with our ballots. Mike is a man of common-sense and action." --David J. Ring, Jr., N1EA, Life Member ARRL (Member 43 years) SOWP, VWOA, MTC, OOTC

Mike listens, evaluates, consults, acts, and reports. He is visible and asks questions that influence his ideas and actions. His network is extensive and he is known and respected. His actions include participation by the constituency. Can we ask for anything more?" --Eric Falkof, K1NUN, former President, former Vice President, Boston ARC

The SM must have a broad familiarity with the hams and their accomplishments (or difficulties) in the Section. Of these candidates, Mike, W1MPN, is clearly the overwhelming choice." --Bob Salow, WA1IDA, Founding President, Boston ARC

I have known Mike for several years, worked beside him and with him when he was SEC. I sat in the same Section meetings, know what and how he thinks. [I] watched his strength in recovering from a severe medical condition, and appreciated his involvement during this period at the largest hands-on disaster communications exercise conducted by the Mass. Salvation Army. His critique of our (TSA) mistakes and successes during that drill were the mark of a true Commander." --Frank Murphy, N1DHW, MA State SATERN Coordinator, State TSA Emergency Disaster Committee Member, City of Cambridge EM Radio Officer

I have always known Mike to show the discipline, wisdom, and knowledge required for this position. He is well versed in the many aspects of our hobby and has been a staunch advocate for amateur radio when representing us in front of civic leaders and other non-hams with which we interact." --Bob DeMattia, K1IW, President, Minuteman Repeater Association

We find Mike to be eminently qualified for this position. Mike will bring experience and maturity to the job of Section Manager." --Board of Directors, Police Amateur Radio Team of Westford

Mike's working knowledge of all aspects regarding amateur radio is a proven benefit to the ham radio community within Eastern Massachusetts and beyond. There has never been a moment where Mike's leadership, advice, and friendship within the section has ever been in doubt." --North Shore Radio Association leadership

Mike will bring leadership and professionalism to the section and ensure the top level of service needed by its members." --Jim Bradbury, WA1KCC, President, Barnstable Amateur Radio Club

I support your candidacy wholeheartedly." --David Delakas, KB9YOZ, member, Board of Directors, Cape Ann Amateur Radio Association

Mike Neilsen has the leadership qualities, experience, and proven record to be our next Section Manager." --Dave Doe, K1HRV

...I endorse Mike in his bid for the Section Managers position in Eastern Massachusetts. I believe that it will be a big step forward for EMA and for Ham Radio." --Doug Troughton, N2RDF

Mike has a great reputation for pulling people together toward a common goal..." --Mark Titterington, W1EOF, Section Traffic Manager, Rhode Island

...In order for any organization to evolve, it needs strong and steady guidance at the helm. I have every confidence that Mike will lead in E MA in that positive direction." --Al Shuman, K1AKS (formerly N1FIK), ARRL Section Manager, New Hampshire

Mike has a proven track record of dedicating himself effectively to amateur radio and public service in general, and of bring out the best in volunteers... Mike has been endorsed here on these pages, and elsewhere, by some of the most respected names in our amateur radio community; these hams stand ready to follow him once again!" --Larry Caruso, K1LGC, President, Pentucket Radio Association

The Section needs someone knowledgeable, committed, and respected by hams, ARRL leadership, and state public safety personnel. It also needs a good listener and natural leader. Mike has demonstrated all those attributes." --Steve Telsey, N1BDA, Concord MA

From local government to the newest club, Mike's proven ability will unite everyone involved in EmComm in the section..." --John L. Mahon, N1PYN, RACES Radio Officer, City of Brockton Emergency Management Agency

His demonstrated organizational skills and management capabilities are what we need to represent us in the section." --Tim Smith, N1TI, Secretary, Southeastern Massachusetts Amateur Radio Association

Mike has provided very good service in the past, knows what we need in amateur radio and he has been a strong proponent in emergency communications as well as other subjects in our radio service." --Dan Brown, W1DAN, President, Wellesley Amateur Radio Society

Providing emergency communications ... should be our number one focus." --"Whitey Doherty, K1VV

We have full faith that Mike will lead the section with honesty, integrity, and professionalism, as he has done in the past." --Board of Directors, Bristol Co. Repeater Association, a.k.a. Fall River ARC

[W1MPN] helped us develop an ARES program here in Rhode Island, which is now robust and thriving." --Bob Beaudet, W1YRC

Simply put, 'Mike knows his stuff.' He's been there before and did a stellar job." --Hank Buccigross, K1QK

Mike is a proven leader and someone who is interested in all aspects of amateur radio." --Blake Haskell, K1BTH

I’ve learned a tremendous amount about leadership... I have become a better leader both in volunteer and professional work environments through working with Mike." --Rob Macedo, KD1CY

Mike is highly respected though-out New England, the ARRL and Professional Public Safety Officials!" --Mark Duff, KB1EKN

Mike will bring back leadership and direction ... He has demonstrated his knowledge and commitment to the section." --Ed Parish, K1EP

Mike supported a strong working relationship between NTS and ARES that still exists today... His leadership is a must for the coming years." --Jim Ward, N1LKJ

It was largely due to Mike's leadership... that we were able to develop one of the finest and most effective sections within the ARRL." --Carl Aveni, N1FY

[Mike's] knowledge and ability to view problems as items to be repaired and having the natural ability as a repair man will make him the best we as members of ARRL EMA section could ask for." --Mike Goldberg, K1LJN

Mike's ability to see the big picture has played out many times ... he brings his wealth of personal skills to bear on each challenge." --Tom Kinahan, N1CPE

Mike understands the ARRL, the ham radio community and its served agencies and is well respected in these arenas." --Terry Stader, KA8SCP

His direct involvement with the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency has enabled him to interact with state officials in a manner beneficial to amateur radio." --Frank O'Laughlin, WQ1O

An astute individual who is well aware of the needs of the section members." --Gordy Bello, K1GB

Mike has a thorough understanding of the 'big picture' ... He knows what sorts of services and activities are sponsored by Headquarters, and which services and activities should be provided (or supplemented) by the local field organization." --Phil Temples, K9HI