When we started Made By WiFi in 2017, we saw a clear opportunity: the event industry deserved a WiFi provider that truly understood both wireless networking and the realities of live events. The technology was evolving fast, the demand was growing, and we knew we could build something better. So we did.
When we launched Made By WiFi in 2017, we saw a gap in the event industry that few companies were solving well.
Traditional internet providers understood broadband, but not the complexity of building high-density WiFi across a live event floor. Traditional IT companies understood networks, but not the pace and pressure of events, where timelines are tight, environments change quickly, and there is no second chance to fix a failed connection once doors open.
We built Made By WiFi to bridge that gap.
From the beginning, our work centered on reliability in demanding environments. In our first year, we delivered WiFi for major events at venues including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Governors Island, Skylight Modern, and Skylight Clarkson Square. We supported events and activations for brands such as Cartier, Nike, Microsoft, Intel, JCPenney, Alexander Wang, Fenty, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, earning trust in spaces where connectivity had to work the first time.
As our reputation grew, so did the business.
Clients who had seen us design, deploy, and manage complex temporary networks began asking us to bring the same level of care to their offices, venues, and permanent infrastructure. What started as event WiFi naturally expanded into enterprise wireless installation, network design, site surveys, and managed support.
Today, Made By WiFi serves businesses, event teams, venues, and organizations that need wireless networks built for real-world conditions. Our experience includes enterprise installations, public-sector environments, distributed office networks, and high-density events where performance, planning, and support matter most.
Whether we are supporting a one-day event or designing a long-term wireless infrastructure plan, our approach is the same: understand the environment, build the right network, and make sure it performs when it matters.
These values reflect the standards we hold ourselves to on every project, with every client, regardless of scale.
We believe in building solutions around each client's specific environment, budget, and operational needs. There is no off-the-shelf answer in wireless networking, and we do not pretend there is. Every deployment we deliver is designed from the ground up.
We are built for pressure. Whether it is a live event with thousands of attendees or a corporate office that cannot afford downtime, we operate with the same mindset: get it right, keep it running, and be accountable when it matters most.
We invest in staying current. Wireless technology evolves quickly, and so does our expertise. Our engineers continually develop their knowledge and certification so that the solutions we deliver reflect the best of what is available, not what was standard three years ago.
See how these values translate into the way we work with clients
Alex Yakubov · Co‑Founder & COO
Alex Yakubov brings more than 12 years of experience in wireless networking, project management, and technology operations to every project he leads. As Co-Founder and COO of Made By WiFi, he oversees operations, project delivery, budgeting, and client solutions, and personally leads complex wireless deployments across the United States.
Alex's expertise spans wireless site surveys, WiFi design and optimisation, temporary event networks, managed wireless services, and large-scale infrastructure projects. He has delivered connectivity solutions for major organisations, supporting environments ranging from corporate headquarters and hospitality venues to high-density events serving thousands of simultaneous users.
Known for bridging technical precision with practical business thinking, Alex works closely with stakeholders, IT teams, and production professionals to deliver solutions that are scalable, reliable, and built to last. His approach is straightforward: understand the problem fully, design the right solution, and execute it without excuses.
Miguel · Wireless Specialist & Partner
Miguel is a Wireless Specialist and partner at Made By WiFi, with deep experience designing, deploying, and supporting wireless networks for enterprise, event, institutional, and high-density environments.
Since 2017, he has helped deliver both permanent and temporary connectivity solutions for offices, warehouses, medical facilities, universities, fashion shows, large-scale events, VoIP systems, and commercial spaces across New York City and beyond. His work spans indoor and outdoor WiFi site surveys, access point planning and deployment, new construction build-outs, remodels, ISP coordination, and custom wireless solutions built for real-world performance.
Miguel's event experience includes supporting connectivity in some of New York City's most recognizable venues and environments, including the New York Stock Exchange, 23 Wall Street, Governors Island, Randall's Island, Roosevelt Island, and commercial buildings throughout the city. On the enterprise side, he has helped secure and deliver successful work with the U.S. Federal Court system, D. E. Shaw Research, Robert Baird Investments, and other organizations where reliability, professionalism, and execution are critical.
Clients value Miguel for his ability to assess complex environments, identify practical solutions, and execute under pressure. From live events with no margin for downtime to permanent wireless infrastructure that supports daily operations, he brings technical expertise, specialized tools, and a strong service mindset to every project. His work is built around one goal: dependable connectivity from planning through deployment and long-term support.
There are other wireless providers out there. Here is what sets Made By WiFi apart, not as a claim, but as a standard we have built our reputation on.
Made By WiFi was built in the event industry, where every deployment is a live situation and mistakes cannot be corrected after the fact. That standard, get it right the first time, every time, is not something we leave at the door when we move from an event floor to a corporate office or a warehouse. It is the baseline we bring to every project we take on.
“In events, you only get one shot. There's no room for failure. We bring that same ‘get it right the first time’ approach to our permanent installations and site surveys.”
We do not hold manufacturer contracts. We do not have preferred vendor relationships that shape what we recommend. When we specify equipment for a project, the decision is based entirely on what is right for that client's environment, performance requirements, and budget, not what is convenient or profitable for us. The result is a solution built for the job, not built around a supplier arrangement.
“We're proudly vendor-agnostic. We don't tie ourselves to any manufacturer contracts. Instead, we select equipment based purely on each client's unique needs, whether that's budget, performance, or specific functionality.”
We move quickly and adapt when circumstances change, without using either as a reason to cut corners. Our focus is on delivering lasting results, which means our clients do not have to revisit problems we have already solved. We do not aim to be the cheapest option. We aim to be the last call you need to make.
“We can respond quickly to project needs and adapt to changing circumstances without compromising quality. Our focus is on delivering reliable, lasting results, no second chances needed.”
The breadth and complexity of the clients and environments we have delivered for reflects the standard of expertise we bring to every project. From high-profile fashion events and live productions to mission-critical government and financial sector installations, the work speaks for itself.
New York and New Jersey are where Made By WiFi does most of its work. Our team is based in New York City, and the majority of our enterprise installations, managed services, event deployments, and Starlink projects are delivered across these two regions. If your business or event is here, you are in our backyard.
Two of our services extend further. Wireless site surveys are available nationwide, our engineers assess spaces for businesses anywhere in the country. And for events outside the NY/NJ area, our 5G Hotspot Kits ship directly to your location, giving you reliable temporary connectivity wherever you are.
Our Service AreaWe have been building networks that perform under pressure since 2017, for businesses that cannot afford downtime and events where failure is not an option. If you are looking for a wireless partner who understands both the technical and operational sides of what you need, we are ready to get to work.
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