BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Fiber Broadband Association - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fiberbroadband.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Fiber Broadband Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T103000 DTSTAMP:20260224T125039Z CREATED:20260224T125039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T125039Z UID:10000645-1772618400-1772620200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB 2026 Week 9: Built to Last: Jimmy Todd on Nex-Tech’s 75 Years of Change\, Risk\, and Growth DESCRIPTION:FFB 2026 Week 9: Built to Last: Jimmy Todd on Nex-Tech’s 75 Years of Change\, Risk\, and Growth\n\nAs Nex-Tech marks its 75th anniversary\, Jimmy Todd\, CEO and General Manager of Nex-Tech\, joins Fiber Broadband Association President & CEO Gary Bolton for a conversation on what it takes to innovate and endure as a broadband provider in a rapidly changing technology landscape. Jimmy shares how Nex-Tech has transformed from a small telephone cooperative into a leading communications and technology provider\, pioneering fiber-to-the-home and expanding services across more than 11\,000 square miles of Kansas. Their conversation highlights the strategic choices\, industry leadership\, and commitment to rural communities that have defined Nex-Tech’s past and continue to drive its future. \n\nWith Special Guest \n  \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-2026-week-9-built-to-last-jimmy-todd-on-nex-techs-75-years-of-change-risk-and-growth/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/FFB_Banner-e1737140608224.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T140000 DTSTAMP:20260302T185741Z CREATED:20260218T214837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T185741Z UID:10000640-1772632800-1772632800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - From Rural Fiber to AI Frontier: Transforming ISP Infrastructure into Distributed Edge Compute Hubs DESCRIPTION:As the vacancy rate for data centers hits historic lows\, a new wave of digital investment is moving toward secondary and rural markets. Rural ISPs and electric cooperatives are uniquely positioned to capture this demand by repurposing existing assets—including fiber networks\, central office “white space\,” and substation headroom—into strategic growth opportunities. \nThis webinar\, featuring a panel of industry leaders\, will explore the ideas outlined in the recent Fiber Broadband Association white paper\, “Opportunities for Rural Providers in the Age of Distributed AI and Edge Compute”. Experts will discuss how to convert latent infrastructure into predictable revenue through eight prioritized business models\, ranging from secure edge AI inferencing and GPU leasing to low-risk rack space monetization. \nKey discussion topics will include: \n\nLeveraging Local Assets: How to utilize existing land easements\, local community trust\, and power substation capacity to move projects from conception to operation in months rather than years.\nThe Power-Fiber Convergence: Strategies for managing power intensity and demand stability while using backup generation to improve grid reliability for the local community.\nBuilding the Ecosystem: The roles of utility providers\, manufacturers\, and operators in creating a unified approach to distributed data center deployment.\nStrategic Roadmaps: Practical steps for ISPs to assess their current fiber routes\, perform scenario planning for AI-driven traffic spikes\, and form consortia to meet hyperscale requirements.\n\nJoin experts from SCI REMC\, Cisco\, Panduit\, and Hexatronic as they provide a blueprint for rural providers to shape the next wave of distributed compute\, ensuring that where fiber leads\, the future follows. \n\n\nPresented by: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-from-rural-fiber-to-ai-frontier-transforming-isp-infrastructure-into-distributed-edge-compute-hubs/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T140000 DTSTAMP:20260220T193456Z CREATED:20260208T124554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T193456Z UID:10000630-1772719200-1772719200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents – The Precision Payback: De-Risking Fiber Investments through Digital Innovation DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, the fiber industry has shifted from a “race to build” to a “race for efficiency.” With BEAD-funded projects in full swing and a surge in M&A activity—exemplified by landmark deals like AT&T/Lumen and Verizon/Frontier—investors and operators are no longer satisfied with “estimated” returns. Proving the business case now requires absolute transparency into the construction lifecycle. \n\n\nJoin Vitruvi and the Fiber Broadband Association for an executive-level deep dive into how digital innovation is de-risking the broadband investment landscape. We will explore how “Digital Twins” of construction workflows\, real-time GIS-based financial oversight\, and AI-driven predictive modeling are transforming fiber from a risky capital outlay into a high-certainty asset. Whether you are prepping for a carve-out\, navigating a merger\, or scaling a greenfield build\, learn how to leverage a “Single Source of Truth” to secure better financing terms and accelerate your Time-to-Revenue. \n\n\nPresented by: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-the-precision-payback-de-risking-fiber-investments-through-digital-innovation/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Vitruvi-Featured-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T103000 DTSTAMP:20260227T185427Z CREATED:20260227T185427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T185427Z UID:10000636-1773223200-1773225000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB 2026 Week 10: Mission Accomplished – or Mission Abandoned? Life After BEAD DESCRIPTION:FFB 2026 Week 10: Mission Accomplished – or Mission Abandoned? Life After BEAD\nAs BEAD funding moves from promise to reality\, what comes next for US broadband? In this timely conversation\, Carol Mattey – industry veteran and founding member/principal of Mattey Consulting LLC – joins President & GEO Gary Bolton of the Fiber Broadband Association to explore the long-term impact of the BEAD program and the future of connectivity. Join in the conversation as they examine whether gaps in broadband coverage will remain\, how LEO satellite services may factor into the equation\, and if today’s 100/20 Mbps standard will be adequate or need to be re-examined after BEAD projects are completed. The discussion also tackles who will ultimately be responsible for closing any remaining gaps – industry\, government\, or communities and whether the FCC’s Universal Service Fund could play a pivotal role. Register now! \nWith Special Guest \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-2026-week-10-mission-accomplished-or-mission-abandoned-life-after-bead/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/FFB_Banner-e1737140608224.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T103000 DTSTAMP:20260315T103809Z CREATED:20260306T130953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T103809Z UID:10000661-1773828000-1773829800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB 2026 Week 11: AI and the Network Effect: Where Carriers Win Next DESCRIPTION:FFB 2026 Week 11: AI and the Network Effect: Where Carriers Win Next\n\nFor the past three years\, Omdia has modeled and forecasted the impact of AI on network traffic through a cross-team effort spanning business and consumer trends\, networks\, hardware\, software\, devices\, and facilities. In this week’s episode\, Brian Washburn\, Chief Analyst\, Telco B2B Solutions\, Omdia\, joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to discuss Omdia’s latest AI network traffic reports\, including its surveys\, trackers\, and forecasts. \n\n\nAs AI accelerates\, network providers worldwide must strike a balance between protecting their core business—mobile and fixed connectivity—and participating in the broader AI opportunity. Brian shares his analysis of the significant challenges providers will face as AI reshapes network demand\, as well as where the potential exists to capture greater revenue from this adjacent opportunity—if they move strategically. Register now! \n\nWith Special Guest \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-2026-week-11-ai-and-the-network-effect-where-carriers-win-next/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/FFB_Banner-e1737140608224.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T120000 DTSTAMP:20260319T104536Z CREATED:20260303T151739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T104536Z UID:10000655-1773835200-1773835200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:Women in Fiber - The Power of Connection: Turning Latino Engagement into Measurable Growth DESCRIPTION:Latino communities represent one of the most compelling growth opportunities in today’s fiber markets. Organizations that approach engagement as a cross-functional priority\, spanning marketing\, operations\, customer experience\, and leadership\, are positioned to build lasting impact. \nIn this session\, Juana will share how she helped move Latino engagement at ALLO from a departmental effort to a company-wide operational priority. She’ll walk through how she earned executive buy-in\, aligned cross-functional teams\, navigated internal challenges\, and launched campaigns that strengthened community connection while driving measurable revenue growth. \n  \n\n\nPresented by: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-the-power-of-connection-turning-latino-engagement-into-measurable-growth/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WiF-Featured-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260319T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260319T120000 DTSTAMP:20260223T173500Z CREATED:20260223T173500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T173500Z UID:10000644-1773921600-1773921600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Winning the BEAD Race: Automated Fiber Design & Integrated Network Inventory for Faster FTTH Deployments DESCRIPTION: URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-winning-the-bead-race-automated-fiber-design-integrated-network-inventory-for-faster-ftth-deployments/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Globema-featured-image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T103000 DTSTAMP:20260317T114208Z CREATED:20260316T202902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T114208Z UID:10000666-1774432800-1774434600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB 2026 Week 12: Tight Today\, Transformational Tomorrow: A Historic Moment for Fiber DESCRIPTION:FFB 2026 Week 12: Tight Today\, Transformational Tomorrow: A Historic Moment for Fiber\n\n\nFiber demand has reached a historic inflection point. In this episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Mike O’Day\, head of Corning’s Optical Communications business joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association and shares his perspective on a remarkable growth cycle as innovation accelerates and AI takes center stage. \n\n\nMike explains how broadband expansion and the rapid buildout of AI infrastructure are reinforcing one another — creating shortterm supply pressure\, but an even larger\, longterm opportunity for the industry. \n\n\nToday’s market is tight because the opportunity is big. Mike will discuss how Corning\, celebrating its 175th year\, is staying close to customers\, investing in capacity\, innovating to solve customer problems\, and strengthening partnerships with rural operators. Mike will also highlight Corning’s commitment to support BEAD with BABA-compliant components through the life of the program. \n\n\nMike describes a virtuous cycle where more AI infrastructure leads to new AI applications\, which fuels broadband demand — which in turn requires more AI infrastructure. \n\n\nThe takeaway is clear: BEAD and AI aren’t competing priorities — they’re part of the same growth cycle\, with benefits extending far beyond fiber to communities and the broader digital economy. Register now to attend! \n\n\nWith Special Guest \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-2026-week-12-tight-today-transformational-tomorrow-a-historic-moment-for-fiber/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/FFB_Banner-e1737140608224.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T140000 DTSTAMP:20260227T170132Z CREATED:20260227T170132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T170132Z UID:10000651-1774447200-1774447200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - What’s Replacing Legacy GIS in Fiber Broadband Planning DESCRIPTION:As fiber deployments accelerate\, broadband providers and utilities are under pressure to plan and manage networks more efficiently while working with increasingly detailed\, location-based data. Legacy GIS tools and manual workflows can make it difficult to keep up with design demands\, answer neighborhood-level questions\, and scale network management. \nHosted in collaboration with the Fiber Broadband Association (FBA)\, this webinar brings together Enghouse and Esri to discuss how modern GIS platforms support fiber broadband planning. The session explores how geospatial analysis\, design automation strategies\, and GIS-based workflows help streamline fiber network planning and management across broadband providers\, small operators\, and utilities. We’ll also look at how Esri provides the GIS framework\, and how Enghouse builds on that foundation with usability and automation designed for fiber networks. \nWhat you will learn \n\nHow GIS supports fiber planning using geospatial and neighborhood-level analysis\nUsing AI-powered Natural Language GIS in network planning and design\nPractical design automation strategies that reduce manual effort and improve consistency\nWhere AI fits today in supporting network management and optimization\nHow a modern GIS approach helps streamline fiber planning and network management\n\nWho should attend \n\nFiber and broadband service providers\nSmall and regional operators\nState and local governments (municipalities) involved in broadband planning or oversight\nNetwork planning and engineering teams\nGIS managers and geospatial analysts\nUtilities and electrical companies deploying or managing fiber networks\n\n\n\nPresented by: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-whats-replacing-legacy-gis-in-fiber-broadband-planning/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Enghouse-featured-image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260331T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260331T120000 DTSTAMP:20260318T183936Z CREATED:20260318T182747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T183936Z UID:10000669-1774958400-1774958400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Beyond Price & Speed DESCRIPTION: URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-beyond-price-and-speed/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR