Nishant Garg, Indian American founder of Delta Enterprise USA and Telecom Institute of New York, has been appointed to the wireless association CTIA’s prestigious Reverse Logistics and Service Quality (RLSQ) Leadership Council.
“We are excited to welcome Delta Enterprise USA, a subsidiary of Telecom Institute of New York, and their President & CEO, Nishant Garg, to the RLSQ Leadership Council,” the leading voice of the U.S. wireless communications industry posted on LinkedIn.
RLSQ Leadership Council sets repair, refurbishment, and recycling standards, with members from major players like Apple, Samsung, Google, Motorola, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Amazon, eBay, and Walmart.
Garg’s appointment ensures that small business experience, grassroots insight, and inclusive innovation are brought into high-level decision-making, marking a new chapter in representation and leadership within the wireless industry, according to a media release.
His work exemplifies how innovation, community service, and environmental stewardship can, and must, coexist in modern business. While Delta and T.I.N.Y. continue to exemplify operational excellence and embody the sustainability principles championed by the RLSQ as a self-sustaining ecosystem, Garg now aims to expand CTIA’s influence globally, starting with India, an emerging leader in wireless standardization and innovation.
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Garg “is a sterling success story that exemplifies how vision, hard work, and dedication can shape an extraordinary journey. He traces his roots to Darjeeling in India, and Nepal,” the release stated.
Arriving in America with little more than ambition, Garg began his career in 2000 as a wireless retail sales associate. Today, he is a prominent voice in the wireless, education, and sustainability sectors, standing tall as a beacon of perseverance and purpose.
He is actively involved in Indian American diaspora affairs and serves on the Board of the Nepali Chamber of Commerce and Miss Nepal North America, where he promotes cross-cultural collaboration and community representation. His appointment to CTIA’s RLSQ Leadership Council reflects his commitment to industry innovation, inclusive education, and environmental responsibility.
“I am grateful to call Nick both a close colleague and a friend for many years… I like to refer to us as the OGs in the wireless industry… We are grateful for Nick’s participation in our RLSQ Leadership Council at CTIA,” wrote Michelle James, VP, Strategic Industry Programs, CTIA.
Garg has built a multifaceted ecosystem under his powerful umbrella, including a nationwide wireless distribution network, a chain of wireless retail stores, repair and restoration services that extend device life, electronics recycling programs that promote environmental sustainability, and skill development and training, particularly for the differently-abled and underserved communities, according to his profile. With over 20 years of experience, he has advanced wireless access, affordability, and sustainability.
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“Wireless is not a luxury anymore, it’s a necessity. And making it accessible, sustainable, and equitable is a responsibility we all share,” wrote Garg, who founded the Telecom Institute of New York (T.I.N.Y.) in Forest Hills to provide hands-on training in tech repair, sales, and entrepreneurship.
This EdTech platform helps close the skills gap for minority and economically disadvantaged communities, empowering individuals through upskilling and career development.
T.I.N.Y. has risen to the challenge by delivering impactful solutions and is proud to serve as an approved vendor for ACCESS-VR (Adult Career and Continuing Education Services – Vocational Rehabilitation), expanding its commitment to inclusive education and workforce development.
Delta Enterprise USA, based in Queens, New York City, is a global distributor of mobile phones and accessories. Known for its reliability and competitive pricing, Delta supports manufacturers and service providers in the wireless industry.
Through his nonprofit, the Gracious Givers Foundation, Garg supports disability resources, food security, sustainability projects, and community uplift. The foundation embodies his belief that true success lies in giving back.