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SUMMARY:FFB Week 14 - Fiber Connect 2025 Hot Seat with Evann and Rich
DESCRIPTION:During this episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Evann Freeman\, Vice President of Government and Community Relations\, EPB\, FBA Board member\, and Rich Williams\, Fiber Connect Conference Program Director\, join FBA President and CEO Gary Bolton to cover the highlights of the upcoming Fiber Connect 2025 conference\, taking place June 1 – 4\, 2025 in Nashville\, TN. \nKicking off on Sunday\, June 1st\, Fiber Connect 2025 promises something for everyone — Featuring 10 content programs led by top broadband experts\, a dynamic expo hall with 300+ booths\, and an opportunity to network with 5\,000+ industry leaders. Evann and Rich will dive into everything attendees can expect at this must-attend event. Don’t miss it as we “Light it Up” for the biggest year yet in fiber broadband deployment. \nWith Special Guests: \n \n		\n					\n				Register Now
URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-14-fiber-connect-2025-hot-seat-with-evann-and-rich/
CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars
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SUMMARY:FFB Week 15 - Unlocking Nevada’s Digital Future: The High-Speed Nevada Initiative
DESCRIPTION:Nevada is vast—covering over 110\,000 square miles—and despite substantial federal funding for broadband expansion\, the state faces unique challenges. Rugged terrain\, remote communities\, and geographic isolation create significant barriers to digital access. The High-Speed Nevada Initiative is designed to overcome these hurdles by strategically combining federal\, state\, local\, and private investments to bridge the digital divide. \nIn this episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, we’re joined by Brian Mitchell\, Director of the Office of Science\, Innovation and Technology (OSIT) and head of the State of Nevada’s Broadband Office\, to discuss the groundbreaking work happening across the state. Brian will share insights into the phased approach of this initiative\, its focus on precise mapping\, and why thoughtful planning is key to success. \nTune in as Brian and FBA President and CEO Gary Bolton explore the intersection of technology\, policy\, and broadband’s future in Nevada. Together\, they’ll break down how this initiative is setting a new gold standard for planning and execution\, making Nevada a model for large-scale\, complex broadband projects. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n		\n					\n				Register Now
URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-15-unlocking-nevadas-digital-future-the-high-speed-nevada-initiative/
CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars
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SUMMARY:FFB Week 16 - Powering Progress: A Game-Changing Expansion for Cañon City's Growth and Success
DESCRIPTION:Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains near the stunning Royal Gorge lies Cañon City\, Colorado. Though it’s a city\, it embraces a charming small-town atmosphere\, and like many rural communities\, it recognizes the critical need for fast\, reliable internet. Cañon City emphasizes that high-speed fiber connectivity isn’t just a luxury—it’s vital for the area’s progress. From ensuring public safety to enhancing educational access\, healthcare services\, and business growth\, the demand for robust broadband infrastructure is undeniable. \nTo meet this need\, Cañon City partnered with Visionary Broadband\, a rising fiber broadband provider from Wyoming\, to deploy a cutting-edge fiber broadband infrastructure. This will connect essential services like government offices\, healthcare providers\, the local school district\, and first responders—paving the way for greater connectivity and opportunity in the region. \nIn this episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Brian Worthen\, CEO of Visionary Broadband joins Gary Bolton\, President and CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to talk about Visionary’s rapid rise and the challenges they face in rural projects like this. They’ll explore how these transformative initiatives are reshaping communities of all sizes and empowering rural areas with the technology they need to thrive. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n		\n					\n				Register Now
URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-16-powering-progress-a-game-changing-expansion-for-canon-citys-growth-and-success/
CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars
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SUMMARY:FFB Week 17 - From Access to Impact: A Major Push to Close the Digital Divide Across Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Everyone in Michigan should have access to affordable\, reliable high-speed internet—but according to the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity\, more than 30% of Michiganders either lack access\, can’t afford it\, or don’t have the necessary skills or technology to get connected. In today’s world\, internet access isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity for education\, healthcare\, work\, and economic opportunity. \nThat’s where the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office (MIHI) comes in. MIHI is working to build a more digitally equitable Michigan\, where everyone can leverage technology to improve their quality of life. \nEstablished in June 2021 through an executive directive from Governor Gretchen Whitmer\, MIHI has been leading the charge to close the digital divide. In this week’s episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Eric Frederick—MIHI’s first Chief Connectivity Officer—joins Gary Bolton\, President and CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to discuss the early challenges he faced stepping into the role\, the team’s progress on Michigan’s Digital Equity Plan\, and what’s ahead in their mission to connect every Michigander. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n		\n					\n				Register Now
URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-17-from-access-to-impact-a-major-push-to-close-the-digital-divide-across-michigan/
CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars
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SUMMARY:FFB Week 18 - Navigating Tariff Turbulence – Implications for the FTTP Broadband Access Equipment Market
DESCRIPTION:While tariff reductions for some regions offer a glimmer of relief\, rising tariffs on Chinese imports and persistently high rates overall have introduced a wave of uncertainty—particularly in the U.S. market. Join us for another informative Fiber for Breakfast session with our guest\, Jaimie Lenderman\, Research Manager from Omdia as she talks with Gary Bolton\, President and CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association about the direct and indirect impacts these trade policies may have on deployment costs\, network expansion plans\, and the broader global economic outlook. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n		\n					\n				Register Now
URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-18-navigating-tariff-turbulence-implications-for-the-fttp-broadband-access-equipment-market/
CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars
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