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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T103000 DTSTAMP:20251118T132756Z CREATED:20251024T200309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T132756Z UID:10000553-1763546400-1763548200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 47 with special guest Michel Combes\, CEO\, Brightspeed DESCRIPTION:This conversation with Brightspeed CEO Michel Combes explores his first six months at the helm of one of the nation’s fastest-growing fiber internet providers. In this discussion with Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, Michel reflects on the company’s transformation journey\, progress in expanding high-speed connectivity across its 20-state footprint\, and the cultural and operational shifts driving momentum. From accelerating fiber deployment and enhancing customer experience to strengthening community partnerships and fostering an innovative workplace committed to putting the customer first\, the session offers a candid look at the challenges\, milestones and lessons learned during his initial months of leadership. Attendees will gain insight into Brightspeed’s strategic direction\, leadership philosophy and the path forward as the company continues its mission to deliver reliable\, next-generation connectivity to more than 5 million locations in the communities it serves.  \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-47-with-special-guest-michel-combes-ceo-brightspeed/ 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:20251112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T103000 DTSTAMP:20251110T175338Z CREATED:20251024T200215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T175338Z UID:10000552-1762941600-1762943400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 46 - A Practitioner’s Guide to Rural Digital Inclusion DESCRIPTION:As the broadband industry’s focus shifts from deployment to adoption\, ensuring rural residents have the tools and confidence to fully engage in the digital economy is critical. True inclusion goes beyond connectivity—it requires affordable devices\, hands-on digital skills training (including AI literacy)\, and ongoing community support. When these elements come together\, rural communities can transform connectivity into opportunity—fueling new jobs\, entrepreneurship\, and long-term local prosperity. \nIn this week’s episode\, Adam Dewbury\, Ph.D.\, Researcher and Shaniqua Corley-Moore\, Head of Tech Talent Development\, join Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to share evidence-based strategies and best practices for advancing digital inclusion. They’ll explore how tailored interventions can empower key groups—low-income households\, women\, students\, older adults\, veterans\, racial and ethnic minorities\, individuals with language barriers\, and people with disabilities—to thrive in an increasingly digital world. \nWith Special Guests: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-46-with-special-guest-amanda-weinstein-and-shaniqua-corley-moore-the-center-on-rural-innovation/ 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:20251105T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T103000 DTSTAMP:20251031T212707Z CREATED:20251031T192636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T212707Z UID:10000556-1762336800-1762338600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 45 - Signals of Change: How Fiber is Continuing to Transform Kansas DESCRIPTION:Kansas is proving that the buck doesn’t stop with BEAD. Across the state\, new broadband initiatives are laying the groundwork for a digital renaissance – connecting communities\, revitalizing local economies\, and creating opportunities that keep Kansans rooted where they are or even draw them back home. From ground-breaking last-mile projects bringing high-speed fiber to rural areas\, to the launch of the state’s first Internet Exchange (IXP) in Wichita – a milestone that strengthens resilience\, redundancy\, and cybersecurity – Kansas is building a stronger\, more connected future. \nTune into our next episode as Joseph Le\, Deputy Director of Broadband Development at Kansas Commerce talks with Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association to discuss how state leaders and innovators are lighting up the heartland with fiber and redefining what’s possible for Kansas communities. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-45-signals-of-change-how-fiber-is-continuing-to-transform-kansas/ 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:20251029T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T103000 DTSTAMP:20251028T180742Z CREATED:20251024T200121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T180742Z UID:10000551-1761732000-1761733800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 44 - Reviewing the Dramatic Changes to Our Lives from the Internet… and Fiber DESCRIPTION:As we look ahead to the next chapter of connectivity\, it’s worth pausing to consider how far we’ve come. In this week’s Fiber for Breakfast\, Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, sits down with Mike Render\, CEO of RVA LLC\, to explore two decades of industry evolution — how internet performance\, user expectations\, and daily life have been transformed. Drawing on original FBA/RVA data\, they uncover the trends in the 2025 Consumer Study that shaped today’s connected world and highlight the critical role fiber has played in driving progress. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-45-with-special-guest-mike-render-ceo-rva-llc/ 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:20251022T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T103000 DTSTAMP:20251017T194440Z CREATED:20250926T173604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T194440Z UID:10000530-1761127200-1761129000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 43 - All Broadband Is Not Created Equal: The Practical Divide Between Marketing Claims\, Speed Tests and Delivered Speeds DESCRIPTION:Today\, many technologies can advertise 100/20 “broadband\,” but few providers deliver those speeds consistently. Consumers are sold “up to” speeds – yet speed test data shows that while fiber consistently delivers as promised\, other technologies fall short most of the time. On today’s Fiber for Breakfast\, Jonathan Chambers\, co-CEO\, Conexon talks with Gary Bolton\, FBA’s President & CEO about how the industry must move beyond theoretical definitions to accountability based on actual\, verifiable performance. The question is simple: are customers really getting what they paid for? \nPresented by: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-43-with-special-guest-jonathan-chambers-conexon/ 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:20251015T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T103000 DTSTAMP:20251013T163443Z CREATED:20250926T173332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T163443Z UID:10000529-1760522400-1760524200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 42 - Dell’Oro Group 5-Year Broadband Access & Home Networking Forecast DESCRIPTION:The broadband industry is at a turning point. Dell’Oro Group’s newly released 5-Year Forecast projects that the global Broadband Access Equipment market will climb steadily through 2029\, with revenues peaking in 2028. Behind the numbers are powerful forces reshaping the industry: fiber expansion\, DOCSIS 4.0 upgrades\, and the rapid adoption of Wi-Fi 7 and fixed wireless. \nThis week on Fiber for Breakfast\, Jeff Heynen\, Vice President of Broadband Access and Home Networking at Dell’Oro Group\, joins Gary Bolton\, FBA President & CEO\, for a must-hear discussion on what’s coming next. They dig into the technologies and strategies including: \n\nThe next wave of PON and DOCSIS investment and its competitive implications.\nHow Fixed Wireless and Wi-Fi 7 are set to transform home connectivity.\nWhy providers must pivot from “homes passed” to customized services\, automation\, and AI-driven platforms.\n\nThis isn’t just a forecast—it’s a roadmap for where broadband is headed. Whether you’re a network operator\, vendor\, or investor\, this conversation will help you understand how to future-proof your strategy\, and what customers will demand next. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-42-with-special-guest-jeff-heynen-with-delloro-group/ 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:20251008T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T103000 DTSTAMP:20251003T205558Z CREATED:20250821T204715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T205558Z UID:10000505-1759917600-1759919400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 41 - How Speed Test Measurements are Designed to Improve End User Experiences DESCRIPTION:Data demand isn’t slowing down—and networks can only stretch so far. As service providers race to keep up\, the challenge is no longer just building connections\, but ensuring they can stand the test of time. \nThis week on Fiber for Breakfast\, Bryan Darr\, Vice President of Government Affairs at Ookla\, joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to explore how state broadband offices can stay ahead of the curve. \nWhile fiber remains the backbone of new deployments\, the updated BEAD program suggests a bigger role for alternative technologies than many state plans first envisioned. That shift makes ongoing performance monitoring more critical than ever. It’s not enough to declare a network complete—offices must track reliability and capacity for years to come. \nWhy? Because oversubscription and insufficient backhaul can undermine even the most ambitious projects. And as Darr and Bolton will discuss\, some technologies make it easier to add capacity when demand inevitably spikes. \nDon’t miss this timely conversation about planning\, performance\, and the real-world strategies to keep broadband strong for the long haul. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-41-with-special-guest-bryan-darr-ookla/ 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:20251001T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T103000 DTSTAMP:20250926T174219Z CREATED:20250821T204520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T174219Z UID:10000504-1759312800-1759314600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 40 - The Future of Agriculture Grows on Fiber DESCRIPTION:Grand Farm is a collaborative network of growers\, startups\, corporations\, researchers\, educators\, investors\, and government partners working together to solve agricultural challenges through applied technology. Based in North Dakota\, with projects and partnerships across the country\, Grand Farm supports real-world testing and validation of technologies like autonomous equipment\, IoT sensors\, and AI-driven tools that rely on strong broadband infrastructure. \nIn this episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Dr. William Aderholdt\, Executive Director of Grand Farm\, joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of FBA to discuss how fiber broadband is accelerating innovation in agriculture. The conversation will focus on how connectivity enables everything from field-level data collection to the adoption of advanced tools across rural communities\, helping bridge the gap between AgTech solutions and the growers who need them. \nWith Special Guest: \n  \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-40-with-special-guest-dr-william-aderholdt-ph-d-grand-farm/ 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:20250924T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T103000 DTSTAMP:20250919T183302Z CREATED:20250821T204054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T183302Z UID:10000502-1758708000-1758709800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 39 - Aging in Place: Powered by Fiber DESCRIPTION:What does it really take to age in place successfully? Beyond healthcare and housing\, it’s about connection—and that’s where fiber broadband comes in. From telehealth and online learning to smart home safety and staying close to family\, fiber is redefining what independence looks like for older adults. \nThis week on Fiber for Breakfast\, Tom Kamber\, Founder & Executive Director at OATS (Older Adults Technology Services)\, from AARP a leader in helping older adults thrive with technology talks with Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association and dives into how broadband is transforming aging in America\, and why this presents both a responsibility and an opportunity for providers. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb_wk_39_aging-in-place_powered_by_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:20250917T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T103000 DTSTAMP:20250917T172556Z CREATED:20250821T204308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T172556Z UID:10000503-1758103200-1758105000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 38 - Building an Ecosystem to Fuel Growth & Longevity in a Highly Competitive Market DESCRIPTION:Founded in 2021 with its first fiber build in North Carolina\, Ripple Fiber has wasted no time scaling up. Fueled by strategic capital and a bold M&A strategy\, the company is building an ecosystem that unites resources\, expertise\, and partnerships to accelerate deployment and strengthen market position. \nIn this episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Greg Wilson\, CEO of Ripple Fiber\, joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to discuss the high stakes of mergers and acquisitions in broadband and why his ecosystem has become imperative to his business initiatives. Wilson shares how Ripple is navigating risks\, seizing opportunities\, and charting its next chapter of growth in an increasingly competitive landscape. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-39-with-special-guest-greg-wilson-ripple-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:20250910T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T103000 DTSTAMP:20250905T201353Z CREATED:20250821T203926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T201353Z UID:10000501-1757498400-1757500200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 37 -From Data to Deployment: Powering Smarter Broadband Decisions DESCRIPTION:Discover how granular location and coverage data is transforming broadband deployment knowledge\, funding planning and deployment strategies. Powered by tools like historical coverage data via CostQuest’s Time Series Dashboard and Broadband in America report\, stakeholders now have unprecedented visibility into broadband availability and buildout trends for fiber and broadband technologies. This clarity enables both public and private entities to precisely target resources—time\, capital\, and infrastructure—toward markets that align with strategic goals. \nJoin us for the next episode of Fiber for Breakfast with Gary Bolton\, FBA’s President & CEO to hear from Jim Stegeman\, CEO CostQuest on how CostQuest’s Fabric location level data along with the FCC’s Broadband Coverage data allow entities to identify build out trends and reveal true coverage gaps and create effective public and private funding strategies. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-37-with-special-guest-jim-stegeman-costquest-associates/ 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:20250903T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T103000 DTSTAMP:20250902T173102Z CREATED:20250829T182239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T173102Z UID:10000512-1756893600-1756895400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 36 – Fiber Slicing: Unlocking a More Open\, Customized\, and Secure Experience DESCRIPTION:Network slicing is emerging as one of the most promising developments in broadband. By enabling real-time customization at the network level\, slicing could allow customers to prioritize performance for specific needs—whether that’s streaming\, gaming\, remote work\, or even short-lived secure connections for activities like online banking. \nBut how close is this concept to reality\, and what does it mean for providers and the broader industry? In this episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Nick Saporito\, Head of Product at GFiber Labs\, joins FBA President & CEO Gary Bolton to unpack the potential of network slicing\, the role automation will play\, and the steps needed before it can be widely deployed. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-36-fiber-slicing-unlocking-a-more-open-customized-and-secure-experience/ 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:20250827T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T103000 DTSTAMP:20250825T153502Z CREATED:20250728T225841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T153502Z UID:10000480-1756288800-1756290600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 35 – Best Practices When Dealing with BEAD Complexities DESCRIPTION:The Broadband Equity\, Access\, and Deployment (BEAD) program promises to transform connectivity in underserved communities — but securing funding has been anything but simple. In this episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Bree Maki\, Director of Minnesota’s Office of Broadband Development\, joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to share real-world challenges and best practices for navigating BEAD. From financing hurdles and Build America Buy America (BABA) compliance to permitting delays\, pole access\, workforce pressures\, and shifting federal guidance\, they break down the complexities providers face — and how the industry is adapting. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-35-special-guest-bree-maki-minnesota-broadband-director/ 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:20250820T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T103000 DTSTAMP:20250815T184855Z CREATED:20250728T225533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T184855Z UID:10000479-1755684000-1755685800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 34 - Grading American Broadband: Findings of the 2025 Report Card for America's Infrastructure DESCRIPTION:As work\, commerce\, and society move online\, reliable internet access has become essential. In 2000\, only 1% of U.S. adults had home broadband\, compared to 80% today. Without faster speeds and higher adoption\, the U.S. would have lost $1.3 trillion in economic growth from 2010–2020. Since 1996\, the private sector has invested $2.2 trillion in broadband infrastructure\, with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act adding $65 billion in federal funds. Still\, 10% of households (12.7 million) lack a broadband subscription. New investments aim to close this gap\, but extreme weather and rapidly evolving technologies pose ongoing challenges. \nOn our next episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, join us as Ed Barrett\, President of HR Green’s Broadband Business Unit talks with Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) and covers the latest broadband report card grade published by the American Society of Civil Engineers and covers important areas of research on broadband capacity\, materials cost for last-mile broadband deployment methods\, funding\, operations and maintenance and more. \n*Telecom Advisory Services\, “The Contribution of Fixed Broadband to the Economic Growth of the United States between 2010 and 2020\,” 2022 \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-34-ed-barrett/ 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/Detroit:20250813T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250813T103000 DTSTAMP:20250808T202302Z CREATED:20250728T225029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T202302Z UID:10000478-1755079200-1755081000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 33 – Fixed Wireless & Fiber: A Winning Combination for Nextlink DESCRIPTION:Delivering high-speed internet and voice services throughout the midwest\, Nextlink Internet has experienced radical\, organic growth over the past decade and has become the one of the largest wireless internet service providers in the nation. Nextlink differentiates itself based on an obsession with great customer service\, whether the service is provided with wireless or fiber. Nextlink maintains redundancy and reliability by ensuring even in highly rural areas that it utilizes multiple wireless backhaul connections on licensed links\, and has a healthy amount of fiber in its diet across its footprint. \nJoin us on the next episode of Fiber for Breakfast as Bill Baker\, CEO of Nextlink talks with Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association about Nextlink’s expansion projects\, recent deployments and its collaborative efforts with the Seward County Chamber of Commerce as they recently announced the grand opening of the county’s first Digital Empowerment Center. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-33-with-special-guest-bill-baker-ceo-nextlink-internet/ 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/Detroit:20250806T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250806T103000 DTSTAMP:20250804T171758Z CREATED:20250728T224557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T171758Z UID:10000477-1754474400-1754476200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 32 – Driving Connections: Local Lessons from the Road to Broadband Expansion DESCRIPTION:Broadband is no longer a luxury—it’s essential for economic opportunity\, education\, and community resilience. The Maine Connectivity Authority (MCA) is meeting this need by investing in infrastructure through a deeply local\, collaborative approach. \nThis past June\, MCA President Andrew Butcher hit the road in his 1984 Volkswagen van—affectionately known as “Buttercup”—traveling over 800 miles to visit 14 towns\, 5 libraries\, and 2 connectivity hubs\, and connect with more than 150 community members and broadband partners across Maine to understand how we can both be more connected digitally and in real life. \nIn this episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Andrew joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to share stories from the road and insights into how strategic partnerships—with Tribal\, municipal\, nonprofit\, and private stakeholders—are helping close the digital divide. With more than 86\,000 homes and businesses connected in the past three years—a 26% increase in access—MCA is building more than just infrastructure; it’s shaping the future of equitable\, sustainable connectivity. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-32-driving-connections-local-lessons-from-the-road-to-broadband-expansion/ 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/Detroit:20250730T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250730T103000 DTSTAMP:20250725T175642Z CREATED:20250714T205948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T175642Z UID:10000470-1753869600-1753871400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 31 – Bridging the Divide in the Mountain State: Citynet’s Role in Rural Broadband Expansion DESCRIPTION:Fiber broadband is rapidly expanding across West Virginia\, fueled by bold public-private partnerships and significant infrastructure investments. While meaningful progress has been made\, many communities remain underserved or entirely unserved — underscoring the continued need for strategic broadband deployment. \nOn our next episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, join us as Jim Martin\, President and CEO of Citynet\, talks with Gary Bolton\, President and CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association to share how bold partnerships and targeted investments are transforming rural connectivity in West Virginia. With a spotlight on the recent $24.87 million USDA ReConnect award in Nicholas County\, Martin will highlight how Citynet\, a trusted\, West Virginia-based fiber broadband provider is collaborating with local leaders to bring high-speed internet to thousands of underserved residents\, farms\, businesses\, and community institutions. Discover how this project\, and others like it\, are reshaping the economic future of Appalachia and setting the stage for success under upcoming programs like BEAD and ARC. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fb-wk-31-citynets-investment-in-rural-west-virginias-fiber-infrastructure/ 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/Detroit:20250723T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250723T103000 DTSTAMP:20250718T172131Z CREATED:20250708T152221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T172131Z UID:10000465-1753264800-1753266600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 30 - Fidium Transforms New England’s Future with Fiber DESCRIPTION:A top 10 US fiber provider\, Consolidated Communications operates a network spanning more than 67\,000 fiber route miles across 20-plus states. Launched in 2021\, Fidium\, their fiber services brand\, has already connected over a million locations—in Maine\, New Hampshire\, and Vermont—delivering multi-gig speeds\, simple pricing\, and an exceptional customer-first experience. \nJoin us on the next episode of Fiber for Breakfast as Gaurav Juneja\, Chief Operating Officer\, Consolidated Communications talks with Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association about how Fidium\, is rapidly expanding high-speed internet across rural New England. Also\, you’ll hear more on how the company’s ambitious fiber build is driving economic growth\, empowering communities\, and setting new standards for customer satisfaction\, all while accelerating its expansion and transformation under new private ownership. \n\nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-30-fireside-chat-with-consolidated-communications/ 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/Detroit:20250716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250716T103000 DTSTAMP:20250714T202830Z CREATED:20250708T153109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T202830Z UID:10000466-1752660000-1752661800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 29 – Continuing to Connect Wisconsin: Strategies for Statewide Broadband Access DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin is working hard to bridge the digital divide and improve broadband access for all residents. While challenges remain—such as limited access to high-speed wired or fixed wireless service in some areas and affordability barriers for many households—the state is actively tackling these issues through coordinated efforts and strategic planning. \nAt the forefront of this work is the Wisconsin Broadband Office (WBO)\, part of the Public Service Commission (PSC) of Wisconsin. WBO leads statewide initiatives to expand broadband access\, adoption\, and affordability\, overseeing grant programs\, mapping service coverage\, conducting outreach\, and supporting communities in developing digital infrastructure. \nTune in to the next episode of Fiber for Breakfast as Alyssa Kenney\, WBO’s State Broadband and Digital Equity Director\, joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association. They’ll discuss WBO’s ongoing efforts\, the vision for universal connectivity across Wisconsin\, and how smart policy and local partnerships are paving the way for a more connected and equitable digital future. \nWith Special Guests: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/continuing-to-connect-wisconsin-strategies-for-statewide-broadband-access/ 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/Detroit:20250709T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250709T103000 DTSTAMP:20250703T195721Z CREATED:20250703T194704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T195721Z UID:10000462-1752055200-1752057000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 28 – The Critical Role of Underground Construction in the Rush to Install Fiber DESCRIPTION:For the past several years\, fiber installation has continued to push forward to new levels of demand. Horizontal directional drilling (HDD)\, the construction medium seemingly made for fiber installation\, has desperately been trying to keep up with booming project appetites across America. While micro-trenching and other construction methods are also being employed as part of the fiber construction tsunami\, HDD\, due to its environmentally friendly qualities combined with speedy construction process\, remains the preferred installation method. \nThe need for speed has spread to every corner of the country. Fiber represents the economic engines for small towns as well as huge metropolises. Thus\, small rig HDD operators are being stretched to their limits even as new contractors are entering the HDD market in hopes of riding the fiber wave to prosperity. The problem is that often inexperience brings a new set of challenges to the jobsite. \nAdding to the already red-hot fiber installation market is the pending BEAD funding program for rural and underserved areas. When BEAD does finally start being released\, the HDD market is bracing for another era of accelerated workload demands. \nIn the next episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Mike Render\, president of RVA Market Research and Consulting\, and Robert Carpenter\, Editor-in-Chief of Underground Infrastructure magazine\, join Gary Bolton\, President and CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to share insights from the publication’s 27th annual HDD Survey—revealing a strong market grappling to meet growing demand. \nWith Special Guests: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-28-the-critical-role-of-underground-construction-in-the-rush-to-install-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/Detroit:20250702T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250702T103000 DTSTAMP:20250630T151424Z CREATED:20250630T151307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T151424Z UID:10000459-1751450400-1751452200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 27 – Fireside Chat with FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez: The Role of Fiber in Powering the Future DESCRIPTION:Join us on our next Fiber for Breakfast with a conversation with the Federal Communications Commissioner\, Anna Gomez\, as she sits down to talk with FBA’s President and CEO\, Gary Bolton to discuss all things broadband. \nThe conversation will explore the tradeoffs between fiber and other technologies like satellite and fixed wireless—and why she believes fiber is best positioned to support emerging applications like artificial intelligence (AI) and long-term economic growth for people\, communities and business. Commissioner Gomez and Gary will also discuss her ideas regarding the need for streamlined regulatory processes and strong public/private partnerships\, particularly with utility companies\, to accelerate broadband deployment. \nAdditionally\, the discussion will examine the current state of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)\, its role in closing the digital divide and address concerns about how the lack of renewed funding has disconnected millions of Americans from essential digital services and threatens the continued connectivity for millions more. \nDon’t miss this compelling and timely conversation on the infrastructure\, policy\, and innovation driving America’s broadband future. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-27-fireside-chat-with-fcc-commissioner-anna-gomez-the-role-of-fiber-in-powering-the-future/ 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/Detroit:20250625T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250625T103000 DTSTAMP:20250620T193121Z CREATED:20250620T193121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T193121Z UID:10000451-1750845600-1750847400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Wk 26 – Fiber Builds Value: Turning Connectivity into Revenue Along Michigan’s I-75 Corridor DESCRIPTION:In February 2025\, Michigan reached a major broadband milestone with the completion of a 130-mile fiber route from Southfield to Bay City\, led by 123Net. This critical infrastructure runs through key communities along the I-75 corridor—including Pontiac\, Fenton\, Flint\, and Saginaw—boosting access\, improving reliability\, and unlocking new business opportunities. \nFor property owners and developers\, fiber is no longer just a utility—it’s a competitive edge. With 90% of renters rating high-speed internet as essential\, properties with fiber connectivity can see rental rates climb by up to 8%\, while property values rise by an average of 2.8%. In short\, fiber doesn’t just connect—it adds real\, measurable value. \nJoin us on the next episode of Fiber for Breakfast as Chuck Irvin\, Chief Revenue Office (CRO) of 123Net\, sits down with Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to discuss how this investment is laying the foundation for a more connected Michigan—and how it’s opening doors for increased Net Operating Income (NOI) and long-term growth. \nWhether you’re in broadband\, real estate\, or anywhere in between\, this conversation will show you how fiber infrastructure is fueling more than fast internet—it’s driving profitability. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-wk-26-fiber-builds-value-turning-connectivity-into-revenue-along-michigans-i-75-corridor/ 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/Detroit:20250618T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250618T103000 DTSTAMP:20250613T192302Z CREATED:20250613T192302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T192302Z UID:10000447-1750240800-1750242600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 25 - Surf Internet’s 200k Fiber Passings: Accelerating Rural Deployment Across the Great Lakes DESCRIPTION:Surf Internet has reached a major milestone—surpassing 200\,000 fiber passings across Indiana\, Illinois\, and Michigan—doubling its reach since late 2023. This rapid growth highlights Surf’s strategic commitment to rural broadband deployment and its role as a regional leader in delivering high-speed fiber connectivity across the Great Lakes. \nNow celebrating 25 years in operation\, Surf has consistently been the first provider to bring internet—first dial-up\, then broadband\, now fiber—to many of the communities it serves. With a focus on rural and underserved areas\, the company continues to expand its fiber-to-the-premise (FTTP) footprint through a hybrid model of private investment\, competitive broadband grants\, and state-level programs like the Indiana Connectivity Program. \nUnlike providers waiting on federal funding cycles\, Surf is acting now—deploying capital\, forming public-private partnerships\, and designing expansion strategies based on community input and localized needs. This on-the-ground approach—driven by a locally rooted workforce and forward-thinking talent development efforts—has proven effective in scaling access while maintaining local relevance and trust. \nJoin us for our next Fiber for Breakfast as Gene Crusie\, CEO\, Surf Internet joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO\, Fiber Broadband Association to talk about Surf’s approach to accelerating fiber builds in lower-density markets\, including how the company balances speed\, scalability\, and sustainability. With plans to reach an additional 75\,000 addresses by the end of 2025\, Surf offers a compelling blueprint for rural deployment that’s both proactive and community-driven. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-25-surf-internets-200k-fiber-passings-accelerating-rural-deployment-across-the-great-lakes/ 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/Detroit:20250611T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250611T103000 DTSTAMP:20250606T163849Z CREATED:20250606T163209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T163849Z UID:10000444-1749636000-1749637800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 24 - Agentic AI & the Future of Fiber: Powering Scalable\, Resilient\, and Intelligent Networks DESCRIPTION:As the demand for high-bandwidth\, low-latency connectivity surges—driven by generative AI\, real-time analytics\, and intelligent automation—fiber networks must evolve. Enter Agentic AI: a new class of autonomous artificial intelligence systems transforming how fiber networks are designed\, deployed\, managed\, and scaled. \nJoin us for our next Fiber for Breakfast to hear Ron Westfall\, Analyst in Residence from HyperFRAME Research cover this topic with Gary Bolton\, President and CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association. Sharing data points and insights from some recent research\, Ron will touch on how Agentic AI is reshaping the fiber networking landscape — from automating complex network operations to meeting AI-era bandwidth demands. Whether you’re an operator\, strategist\, or technologist\, this session will equip you with the vision and tools to lead in the fiber-connected AI future enabling telecom operators and fiber providers to build smarter\, more resilient\, and energy-efficient networks. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-24-agentic-ai-the-future-of-fiber-powering-scalable-resilient-and-intelligent-networks/ 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/Detroit:20250604T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250604T103000 DTSTAMP:20250604T000418Z CREATED:20250530T175317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T000418Z UID:10000441-1749031200-1749033000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 23 - Connecting Our AI Future DESCRIPTION:The U.S. remaining the global leader on Artificial Intelligence (AI) development has been a major priority of the Trump Administration in its first six months. When it comes to infrastructure to support AI\, there has been significant policymaker and media attention on gaps in energy and cooling to support data centers but relatively less focus on ensuring sufficient fiber connectivity. Lumen is one of the companies investing in its fiber networks to meet the demand and create the AI backbone. During this Fiber for Breakfast live session at Fiber Connect 2025\, Gary Bolton will be joined by James Feger\, Senior Vice President for Product Segments\, to discuss the critical intersection between fiber and AI. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-23-connecting-our-ai-future/ 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/Detroit:20250528T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T103000 DTSTAMP:20250523T180126Z CREATED:20250523T180126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T180126Z UID:10000438-1748426400-1748428200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 22 - PHLConnectED\, Philly Empowered: Linking Families to Opportunity DESCRIPTION:In a city of 1.5 million residents and a population density of over 11\,000 people per square mile\, you might assume that digital access is a given. But the reality is different. The early days of the COVID-19 pandemic laid bare a persistent digital divide\, as students and families struggled to adapt to a rapidly digital world. \nPHLConnectED—an initiative led by the City of Philadelphia and local partners—was launched to ensure that pre-K through 12th-grade families could access free or low-cost internet services. Central to the program’s success is the City’s Digital Navigator Network\, which provides one-on-one support to help residents overcome barriers to broadband adoption\, such as lack of digital literacy\, device access\, or clarity around service options. \nAdditionally\, the conversation will touch on the City’s new Verizon franchise agreement\, which will bring fiber connectivity to all Philadelphia recreation centers—critical hubs for community access—and why fiber infrastructure plays a vital role in building a resilient\, inclusive digital ecosystem. \nJoin Juliet Fink-Yates\, Broadband Infrastructure and Digital Inclusion Manager at the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Innovation & Technology\, and Gary Bolton\, President and CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association (FBA)\, as they discuss the measurable impact of the City’s Digital Navigator Network\, PHLConnectED and  the role in advancing digital equity\, and what’s next in connecting communities to opportunity. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-22-phlconnected-philly-empowered-linking-families-to-opportunity/ 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/Detroit:20250521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T103000 DTSTAMP:20250516T211735Z CREATED:20250516T211735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T211735Z UID:10000435-1747821600-1747823400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 21 - Fiber-Forward: Oklahoma’s Bold Path to Statewide Connectivity DESCRIPTION:Oklahoma is laying the groundwork for a digital revolution. With an ambitious plan to deliver fiber broadband to 95% of the state by 2028\, the Oklahoma Broadband Office is driving a historic transformation—connecting rural and urban communities alike with future-ready\, high-speed internet. Fueled by ARPA\, BEAD\, Capital Projects Fund grants\, and strong public-private partnerships\, the state is bridging the digital divide and powering progress in education\, healthcare\, and economic growth. \nJoin Mike Sanders\, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Broadband Office (OBO)\, and Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, on this week’s Fiber for Breakfast as they break down Oklahoma’s bold fiber broadband mission—and how it’s on track to deliver statewide fiber coverage within just a few years. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-21-fiber-forward-oklahomas-bold-path-to-statewide-connectivity/ 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/Detroit:20250514T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250514T103000 DTSTAMP:20250509T182445Z CREATED:20250509T181630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T182445Z UID:10000431-1747216800-1747218600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 20 - Project Nunapet: Connecting Tribal Communities and Culture Across Kodiak Island DESCRIPTION:In this week’s Fiber for Breakfast episode\, we spotlight Project Nunapet—a groundbreaking broadband initiative bringing high-speed internet to four Tribal communities in Alaska’s Kodiak Archipelago. Named after the Alutiiq word for “our lands\,” Project Nunapet reflects the enduring connection between the Alutiiq people and the land and sea. \nThrough a powerful collaboration between Old Harbor Native Corporation and Alaska Communications—and funded by a Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program Round 2 grant from the NTIA—this project will deliver Gigabit-speed service to 570 homes across the communities of Old Harbor\, Chiniak\, Akhiok\, and Womens Bay. \nJoin us as Kristina Woolston\, CEO of Old Harbor Native Corporation\, shares the story of this transformative project with Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association. Learn how 155 miles of subsea fiber and an extensive last-mile network are bridging the digital divide and supporting education\, healthcare\, economic growth\, and cultural preservation for generations to come. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-20-project-nunapet-connecting-tribal-communities-and-culture-across-kodiak-island/ 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/Detroit:20250507T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250507T103000 DTSTAMP:20250502T185128Z CREATED:20250502T183258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T185128Z UID:10000422-1746612000-1746613800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 19 - The Road to 50M Locations DESCRIPTION:In December 2024\, AT&T announced it would expand its range and reach of its Fiber service to 50M homes by the end of 2029\, a clear validation that fiber broadband is the critical infrastructure required to support its customers in today’s digital economy. The company has said this strategy\, along with its continued rollout of 5G\, is part of its strategic plan to put its customers first. The simple fact that AT&T is the largest capital investor in U.S. connectivity infrastructure underscores the company’s commitment. During this episode of Fiber for Breakfast\, Erin Scarborough\, Senior Vice President – Mass Markets Product Management\, AT&T Services\, Inc.\, joins FBA CEO Gary Bolton to discuss AT&T’s strategic initiatives. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-19-the-road-to-50m-locations/ 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/Detroit:20250430T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250430T103000 DTSTAMP:20250425T172957Z CREATED:20250425T172930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T172957Z UID:10000418-1746007200-1746009000@fiberbroadband.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/FFB_Banner-e1737140608224.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR