BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Fiber Broadband Association - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Fiber Broadband Association 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:20251224T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T103000 DTSTAMP:20251217T183919Z CREATED:20251217T183919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T183919Z UID:10000572-1766570400-1766572200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 52 with special guests Jessica Koch and Evann Freeman DESCRIPTION:What does 2026 hold for the future of fiber—and for the people shaping it? \nJoin Jessica Koch\, Controller at Consolidated Business Services and FBA Conference Committee Chair and Evann Freeman\, VP\, Government & Community Relations\, EPB and FBA’s Board Vice Chair and Conference Committee Board Liaison as they pull back the curtain on next year’s vision\, offering a look at why Fiber Connect continues to position our industry light years ahead. They will also walk through the seven brand-new Regional Fiber Connect Workshops rolling out across the country and showcase bold\, new programming for Fiber Connect 2026\, taking place May 17–20 in Orlando. \nIf you’re looking for insight\, inspiration\, and a glimpse of where the industry is headed\, this episode sets the stage. Don’t miss it! \nWith Special Guest: \nJessica Koch and Evann Freeman \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-52-with-special-guests-jessica-koch-and-evann-freeman/ 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:20251218T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T140000 DTSTAMP:20251203T191556Z CREATED:20251203T191556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T191556Z UID:10000564-1766062800-1766066400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Create Better Customer Journeys with AI Tools: Practical Guide and Real-World Examples for Fiber Broadband Providers DESCRIPTION:Join us for practical session designed specifically for marketing and customer experience professionals in the broadband industry. \nDiscover how AI is transforming customer interactions—from tailoring scripts and campaigns that speak directly to the unique personas in your fiber footprint\, to real-time agent assistance and post-interaction analytics that scale quality assurance and customer satisfaction measurement. We’ll explore how to integrate AI effectively with key internal systems of record\, introduce frameworks for responsible and secure AI use\, and offer hands-on prompting techniques that build value without overwhelming your team. \nLearn how to enhance your current workforce’s capabilities—not replace them—with AI tools that boost performance\, personalization\, and trust.  \nPresented by: \n\nRey Berrones\, Head of Creative Services\, Peñasco Valley Telephone Cooperative \nJason Smith\, CTO\, GOCare \n\n \n  \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/create-better-customer-journeys-with-ai-tools-practical-guide-and-real-world-examples-for-fiber-broadband-providers/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/marketing-committee-large.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T150000 DTSTAMP:20251204T153635Z CREATED:20251204T153635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T153635Z UID:10000565-1765980000-1765983600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Beyond the Drop: Why Field Service Is the New CX Battleground DESCRIPTION:Every customer’s first real experience with a fiber brand happens in the field at installation. That interaction can shape satisfaction\, referrals and long-term loyalty. Yet many fiber providers still treat field operations as a cost center instead of the frontline of customer experience and scalable growth.  \nJoin CSG and the Fiber Broadband Association as we explore how modern Field Service Management (FSM) systems are transforming installation and repair into powerful CX moments. Learn how automation and AI are optimizing scheduling\, routing and technician performance to reduce OPEX\, improve NPS and build the foundation for scalable operations whether you’re managing 5 or 5\,000 technicians.  \nWhat You’ll Learn:  \n\nWhy CX\, not just connection speed\, now drives growth and retention \n\n\nLive demo: How AI and automation boost efficiency\, reduce truck rolls and speed activation \n\n\nReal-world examples of providers improving NPS and ROI through smarter field service \n\n\nHow connected FSM workflows prepare your business to scale seamlessly as demand grows \n\nPresented by: \n\nEvan Adkins\, Senior Product Manager\, CSG\nBrian Clark\, Executive Director\, Product Management\, CSG\n\n \n  \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/beyond-the-drop-why-field-service-is-the-new-cx-battleground/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CSG_Logo_ED.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T130000 DTSTAMP:20251208T222117Z CREATED:20251205T220011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T222117Z UID:10000567-1765972800-1765976400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:Women in Fiber: Threads that Connect Us DESCRIPTION:Join the Women in Fiber community for our year-end webinar\, Threads That Connect Us. Together\, we’ll celebrate the women driving innovation\, leadership\, and connection across the fiber broadband industry. From 2025 milestones to inspiring stories and future opportunities\, this session honors the relationships and shared purpose that strengthen our network and our impact. \nPresented by: \n \n\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/women-in-fiber-communication-styles-leadership-and-problem-solving-skills/ CATEGORIES:Webinars,Women in Fiber Commitee ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WiF_Logo_200x200_crop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T103000 DTSTAMP:20251210T161705Z CREATED:20251210T161652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T161705Z UID:10000570-1765965600-1765967400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 51 with special guest Mike Render\, Founder and CEO of RVA\, LLC DESCRIPTION:In this episode\, we deliver the 2025 annual deployment update on the progress and prospects for fiber broadband—what’s been built\, what’s ahead\, and what it means for the telecommunications industry. \nMike Render\, President of RVA\, LLC\, joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, for his final appearance of the year to break down current deployment levels\, the key drivers accelerating fiber builds\, and the challenges slowing expansion. Drawing on his latest research\, Mike highlights emerging opportunities to increase take rates and ARPU\, as well as adjacent fiber markets gaining momentum. It’s a clear-eyed view of where fiber stands today and how smart strategy and planning can shape its next phase of growth. \nWith Special Guest: \nMichael Render \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-51-with-special-guest-mike-render-founder-and-ceo-of-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:20251216T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T130000 DTSTAMP:20251126T163825Z CREATED:20251126T163825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T163825Z UID:10000561-1765886400-1765890000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - AI and Broadband: A strategic blueprint for transforming in-home experience DESCRIPTION:Fiber broadband is expanding rapidly. In 2024 alone\, 10.3 million new locations were added\, with 88.1 million homes passed. Yet\, the subscriber experience with broadband is defined by both Fiber and Wi-Fi\, which remains a challenge despite the advances from Wi-Fi 6/6E to Wi-Fi 7 and eventually to Wi-Fi 8. AI now offers a game-changing opportunity. \nIn this Fiber Broadband Association webinar\, Adtran and MediaTek executives will share a practical roadmap for service providers to harness AI to transform home networks. You’ll learn: \n\nEdge AI architectures: Approaches to deploying Edge AI (with or without the NPU)\nWAN technology and AI: AI solutions running inside the Edge Home Gateway provide real-time adjustments to improve Quality of Experience (QoE)\nWi-Fi technology and AI: Understand Wi-Fi technology evolution and growing role of AI\nMobile apps and AI: The role of AI-enabled mobile apps in enabling self-care and human feedback loops.\nPower of Agentic-AI in the cloud: Use cases of how AI agents leverage large-scale data analysis for proactive care and predictive network optimization.\n\nJoin us to learn how a comprehensive strategy to adopting AI can enable transformational in-home experiences\, gain loyal customers and position your network for the future. \nPresented by: \n\nJames Chen\, Vice President\, Product Technology Marketing\, MediaTek\, Inc.\nSam Finnigan\, Director\, SaaS and Subscriber Solutions\, Adtran\n\n  \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-ai-and-broadband-a-strategic-blueprint-for-transforming-in-home-experience/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Adtran-Logo_Blue_300dpi.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T103000 DTSTAMP:20251205T184441Z CREATED:20251205T184441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T184441Z UID:10000566-1765360800-1765362600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 50 with special guest Dr. Christopher Ali\, National Broadband Policy Expert and Author DESCRIPTION:In this week’s episode\, Dr. Christopher Ali – national broadband policy expert and author – joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, for a candid look at what comes after BEAD. Ali cuts through the headlines to uncover the real challenges facing broadband deployment\, urging policymakers and providers to move beyond short-term objectives and adopt long-term\, purpose-driven strategies.  \nHe underscores the often-overlooked importance of middle-mile infrastructure\, the unique opportunities electric cooperatives offer\, and why fiber\, though the preferred technology\, must co-exist with wireless and satellite. Ali also addresses the widening gap between broadband availability and usability\, calling for sustained affordability programs and stronger digital literacy support.  \nFinally\, he gives a sneak peek into his new book – “Where the Wires End: Stories from the Digital Divide” and challenges the industry to redefine what success looks like in the post-BEAD era.  \nWith Special Guest: \nDr. Christopher Ali \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-50-with-special-guest-dr-christopher-ali-national-broadband-policy-expert-and-author/ 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:20251203T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T103000 DTSTAMP:20251128T161459Z CREATED:20251126T195221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T161459Z UID:10000562-1764756000-1764757800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 49 with special guest Jessica Dine\, Policy Analyst at New America’s Open Technology Institute and Wireless Future Project DESCRIPTION:In this episode\, Jessica Dine\, Policy Analyst at New America’s Open Technology Institute and Wireless Future Project\, joins Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association\, to unpack New America’s recent report\, Exploring Paths to a U.S. Digital Skills Framework. With billions being invested in broadband deployment and adoption\, the lack of a national standard for defining and measuring digital skills poses a major risk to impact. Jessica outlines two strategic options: adapting proven international or institutional models or developing a data-driven framework tailored to the U.S. landscape. Tune in to explore why this work is urgent and how it could advance digital inclusion and policy effectiveness nationwide. \nWith Special Guest: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-49-with-special-guest-jessica-dine-policy-analyst-at-new-americas-open-technology-institute-and-wireless-future-project/ 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:20251202T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251202T150000 DTSTAMP:20251106T193832Z CREATED:20251106T192051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T193832Z UID:10000557-1764684000-1764687600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA YouTube Live Stream DESCRIPTION:¿Tienes dudas sobre el futuro de la fibra óptica y las mejores prácticas tecnológicas?\nÚnete al LIVE de la Fiber Broadband Association LATAM con nuestros expertos en tecnología. \nNo pierdas la oportunidad de aprender de expertos de la industria\, hacer preguntas en tiempo real y mantenerte a la vanguardia de la conectividad de alta velocidad. \n \n \n Realiza tu Pre-Registro acá\n \n \n \n  URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-youtube-live-stream/ CATEGORIES:FBA LATAM,LATAM Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/miniatura.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Fiber Broadband Association LATAM":MAILTO:LatamChapter@fiberbroadband.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T140000 DTSTAMP:20251119T154734Z CREATED:20251119T154734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T154734Z UID:10000559-1764680400-1764684000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - How Geospatial Technology is Redefining Broadband Project Workflows DESCRIPTION:Are your teams making the most of available technology? In this time of rapid broadband expansion\, the most successful providers are the ones who embrace digital tools that accelerate and enhance processes. \nJoin AirWorks for this webinar to discover how to optimize field work\, boost walkout speeds up to 7x\, and improve project efficiency using the latest advancements in field data capture and analysis. \nWe’ll explore the current and emerging impacts of drone\, satellite\, aerial imagery\, and LiDAR technologies\, with a focus on how new software and AI-enabled services enhance and automate the processing of large volumes of field data. \nKey use cases include make ready engineering\, high level design\, as-builts\, bill of materials (BOM)\, right-of-way (ROW) permitting\, network maintenance\, and clearance violation detection. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn about: \n\nNext-gen geospatial and GeoAI mapping methods\nHow to design\, permit\, and maintain networks faster and more easily\nHow automated data processing boosts team efficiency\nHow to integrate new technologies without overwhelming your teams\n\nPresented by: \n \n  \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/how-geospatial-technology-is-redefining-broadband-project-workflows/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/AirWorks-Stacked-Navy-Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T103000 DTSTAMP:20251118T190633Z CREATED:20251118T132324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T190633Z UID:10000558-1764151200-1764153000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 48 with special guest Roger Entner\, Analyst and Founder\, Recon Analytics DESCRIPTION:In this week’s episode\, we explore Recon Analytics’ compelling insight: fiber broadband isn’t just another access layer – it’s the backbone of the AI economy. Their latest survey shows that fiber users engage with AI far more frequently and intensely than users on other networks\, revealing a powerful feedback loop: better connectivity drives deeper AI adoption\, and that engagement further justifies fiber investments. For telecom providers\, this isn’t just a usage trend – it’s a strategic signal. Listen this week as Roger Entner\, Analyst and Founder of Recon Analytics chats with Gary Bolton\, President & CEO of the Fiber Broadband Association about what this means for CAPEX allocation\, customer segmentation\, positioning fiber as the “AI experience\,” and rethinking the value proposition in an AI-driven future. \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-48-with-special-guest-roger-entner-analyst-and-founder-recon-analytics/ 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:20251120T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T140000 DTSTAMP:20251009T151608Z CREATED:20251009T151608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T151608Z UID:10000539-1763643600-1763647200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:De la Fibra a la Fuerza: Mujeres que Conectan e Inspiran DESCRIPTION:Un panel con la participación de Chicas TIC\, StrongHer y Conectadas estaremos destacando experiencias\, logros y los programas innovadores que cada organización ha implementado para fomentar la participación y el liderazgo de las mujeres en la industria de las telecomunicaciones en Latinoamérica. #mujeresdefibraenaccion \n \n \n Regístrate aquí\n \n \n \nDurante el webinar\, se explorarán temas clave como: \n\nProgramas de Mentoría y Desarrollo Profesional: Cómo estas organizaciones están creando oportunidades para el crecimiento y avance de las mujeres en sus carreras dentro de las telecomunicaciones.\nHistorias de Éxito e Inspiración: Presentación de casos reales de mujeres que han roto barreras y alcanzado posiciones de liderazgo\, sirviendo como modelos a seguir para las nuevas generaciones.\nDesafíos y Soluciones: Discusión abierta sobre los obstáculos que enfrentan las mujeres en la industria y las estrategias efectivas para superarlos\, promoviendo un ambiente de trabajo más inclusivo y equitativo.\nEl Impacto de la Conectividad: La importancia de la fibra óptica y las telecomunicaciones en el desarrollo social y económico de la región\, y cómo la diversidad de género contribuye a la innovación y a soluciones más integrales.\nColaboración y Redes de Apoyo: La fuerza de las alianzas entre estas organizaciones para amplificar su impacto y construir una comunidad sólida de mujeres profesionales.\n\nEste webinar es una oportunidad única para conectarse con líderes de pensamiento\, aprender de experiencias valiosas y ser parte de un movimiento que busca transformar la industria de las telecomunicaciones\, haciéndola más diversa\, inclusiva y equitativa. Te invitamos a ser parte de esta conversación vital y a inspirarte con las historias de mujeres que están forjando el futuro de la conectividad en Latinoamérica. No te pierdas esta cita con la innovación y el empoderamiento femenino. URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/de-la-fibra-a-la-fuerza-mujeres-que-conectan-e-inspiran/ CATEGORIES:FBA LATAM,LATAM Webinar,Webinars,Women in Fiber Commitee ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Untitled-4-×-3-in.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T150000 DTSTAMP:20251031T161640Z CREATED:20251031T161448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T161640Z UID:10000555-1763560800-1763564400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Accelerating AI in Fiber Networks: Smarter Broadband is Here DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept – it’s actively reshaping how broadband networks are designed\, managed and experienced. In this session\, we’ll explore how AI is transforming fiber broadband operations\, from predictive maintenance and automated provisioning to customer experience optimization. \nJoin Daniel Barnes\, director of product management at Adtran\, as he unpacks real-world use cases and demonstrates how AI agents are streamlining workflows\, cutting operational costs and boosting network resilience. You’ll gain insights into the architecture of AI-powered networks\, learn how to navigate common implementation challenges and uncover the opportunities AI presents today. \nWhether you’re a network operator\, customer support leader or technology strategist\, this webinar will equip you with actionable strategies to harness AI for scalable\, intelligent broadband delivery. \nKey takeaways: \n\nDiscover how AI is being integrated into fiber networks for predictive maintenance and automation\nExplore how AI enhances customer experience and operational efficiency\nWatch a live demo of an AI workflow in action\n\nPresented by: \n \n  \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-accelerating-ai-in-fiber-networks-smarter-broadband-is-here/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/51/Adtran_logo.svg_.png END:VEVENT 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/Detroit:20251118T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251118T150000 DTSTAMP:20251009T155737Z CREATED:20251009T155737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T155737Z UID:10000540-1763474400-1763478000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:Integración de Inteligencia Artificial en Redes Ópticas DESCRIPTION:La Fiber Broadband Association LATAM presenta el webinar de lanzamiento del white paper “Integración de Inteligencia Artificial en Redes Ópticas”\, un documento que analiza el desarrollo de la IA en telecomunicaciones en América Latina\, sus riesgos\, regulaciones y oportunidades de innovación. \n \n \n Regístrate aquí\n \n \n \nDurante esta sesión gratuita\, los autores compartirán los hallazgos más relevantes y presentarán casos de uso concretos como auditoría inteligente en redes FTTH\, repositorios unificados de indicadores y la aplicación de modelos de machine learning y LLM en la atención al cliente. \nUna cita imperdible para quienes desean entender cómo la IA está transformando la gestión de redes ópticas y el futuro de la conectividad en la región. URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/integracion-de-inteligencia-artificial-en-redes-opticas/ CATEGORIES:FBA LATAM,LATAM Webinar,Marketing Essentials,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LATAM-Marketing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T120000 DTSTAMP:20251029T191814Z CREATED:20251029T191814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T191814Z UID:10000554-1763463600-1763467200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Specifying High-Performance Enclosures for Communications Networks DESCRIPTION:Join Oldcastle Infrastructure for a practical session designed for engineers\, construction managers\, and network planners focused on specifying enclosures for today’s dynamic communications infrastructure—both above and below ground. As digital demand grows\, enclosure performance\, durability\, and sustainability are critical for ensuring long-term network reliability. \nExplore key industry standards\, tier ratings\, and environmental considerations that influence material and design choices. Learn how to address unique challenges in underground and indoor environments\, including tier performance\, thermal management\, and maintenance access\, with applications such as: \n\nGrade-level access points for outside plant infrastructure\nSubscriber demarcation points with plastic NID enclosures\nInterior wall-mount media panels for structured premises wiring\n\nAttendees will learn how to: \n\nEvaluate and select enclosure materials based on project-specific performance\, regulatory\, and environmental requirements\nApply tier ratings and enclosure classifications to meet structural and operational needs\nAssess the tradeoffs between traditional and modern materials in terms of lifecycle cost and environmental impact\nImprove installation efficiency and network reliability through smarter enclosure design and specification\n\nWhether you’re engineering fiber rollouts\, broadband expansions\, or hybrid systems\, this session offers actionable insight into building resilient\, future-ready communications networks from the ground up. \nPresented by: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-specifying-high-performance-enclosures-for-communications-networks/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/oldcastle_infrastructure_logo_vertical_black.png 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/Detroit:20251111T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251111T140000 DTSTAMP:20251028T182432Z CREATED:20250930T160837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T182432Z UID:10000534-1762866000-1762869600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Unlocking AI's Full Potential: Why Data Interoperability is the Key DESCRIPTION:AI is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s actively reshaping how broadband networks are managed\, secured\, and experienced. But here’s the catch: even the most advanced AI can only go as far as your data will take it. And for many broadband providers\, that data is locked inside fragmented systems\, trapped by legacy integrations and siloed infrastructure. \nDespite significant investment\, many providers haven’t realized the full benefits of their AI initiatives because Large Language Models (LLMs) require broad data sets for deeper learning. Relevant data is trapped in silos—spread across OSS\, BSS\, engineering\, customer systems\, and infrastructure platforms. Without interoperability\, AI remains underutilized and often inaccurate. \nThis exclusive Fiber Broadband Association webinar brings together experts leading the charge at the intersection of AI and interoperability. Together\, we’ll explore why unifying your data ecosystem isn’t a “nice to have”—it’s the essential first step to making AI work. \nJoin us as we explore: \n\nWhy siloed systems limit AI’s accuracy and impact\nHow real-time system integration enables smarter\, faster decision-making\nBest practices for unifying network\, customer\, and operational data\nAI’s future and why interoperability is a day-one strategy\n\nYou’ll hear from Peter Cresse (Entropy)\, Jeff Boozer (ETI Software)\, and Don Eben (Core Consults)—industry leaders helping providers modernize their data infrastructure\, define enterprise integration strategies\, and begin training AI models that deliver measurable results. \nPresented by: \n \n\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-unlocking-ais-full-potential-why-data-interoperability-is-the-key/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ETI_logo_H_21.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T160000 DTSTAMP:20251028T171037Z CREATED:20251022T190359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T171037Z UID:10000550-1762441200-1762444800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Advancing broadband deployment intelligence: A joint session with Databricks & Render Networks DESCRIPTION:Broadband deployment has reached a new level of scale\, but fragmented systems and lagging visibility still slow progress. To keep pace\, the industry needs intelligence built into the construction process itself. \nJoin product experts from Render Networks and Databricks for an inside look at ClearSight\, the latest business intelligence layer of Render’s construction management platform. Powered by Databricks’ Data Intelligence platform\, ClearSight turns connected field and geospatial data into role-based intelligence for executives\, project managers\, and finance teams. \nYou’ll see how ClearSight bridges the gap between field execution and strategic decision-making\, enabling more robust forecasting\, greater accountability\, and stronger performance visibility across entire project portfolios. \nThe session will also explore Databricks’ newest AI innovation\, Agent Bricks\, and how advancements like this are paving the way for more intelligent\, proactive\, and connected network operations. \nPresented by: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-advancing-broadband-deployment-intelligence-a-joint-session-with-databricks-render-networks/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Render_Combined_Logos_Vert.png 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/Detroit:20251104T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251104T140000 DTSTAMP:20251021T183427Z CREATED:20251020T204956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T183427Z UID:10000549-1762261200-1762264800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Fiber or Fixed Wireless? Why Not Both? Unlocking the Power of Hybrid Connectivity DESCRIPTION:For years\, fiber has been seen as the gold standard for delivering high-capacity\, reliable broadband. At the same time\, fixed wireless has rapidly advanced to provide gigabit performance\, faster deployment\, and greater flexibility. But what if you didn’t have to choose between the two? \nIn this webinar\, Cambium Networks\, will explore how combining fiber and fixed wireless can create a hybrid approach that maximizes network performance\, reach\, and return on investment. Attendees will learn how they can extend fiber’s reach\, connect hard-to-serve areas\, and safeguard infrastructure investments while optimizing deployment timelines and budgets. \nKey Takeaways \n\nWhy Hybrid Matters: How fiber and fixed wireless complement each other for last-mile and middle-mile solutions.\nDeployment Scenarios: Practical examples of where hybrid approaches deliver the greatest value.\nPerformance & Reliability: Latest advancements in fixed wireless that align with fiber-grade expectations.\nOperator Perspectives: Real-world lessons on network design\, deployment\, and customer experience.\n\n Who Should Attend \nThis session is tailored for fiber broadband providers (FISPs)\, fixed wireless broadband providers (WISPs)\, and network operators who are looking to expand their service areas\, maximize ROI\, and explore innovative strategies to deliver broadband everywhere. \nPresented by: \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-fiber-or-fixed-wireless-why-not-both-unlocking-the-power-of-hybrid-connectivity/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CN_logo_vertical_blueIcon_blackName.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T120000 DTSTAMP:20251023T202652Z CREATED:20251015T211049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T202652Z UID:10000543-1761822000-1761825600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - The Benefits of Network Automation in Global Networks DESCRIPTION:In the final installment of our three-part webinar series with the Fiber Broadband Association\, Joseph Nicholson\, Network Operations Engineer at the Global IP Network division of NTT DATA\, will explore the transformative role of automation in global networks\, and especially in NTT DATA’s Global IP Network AS2914. Building on foundational insights from Kevin Richardson and advanced security perspectives from Darren Grabowski in the first two webinars\, this session will dive into how automation drives operational efficiency\, reduces human error\, and enhances service delivery across a Tier 1 global transit network. \nParticipants will gain a high-level understanding of: \n\nThe benefits and challenges of automation in a global network\nThe philosophy behind operational automation at NTT DATA\nKey tools and technologies including Python scripting and Ansible playbooks\nReal-world use cases such as backbone circuit turn-ups\, software upgrades\, and telemetry collection\nHow automation supports scalability\, consistency\, and customer satisfaction\n\nWhether you’re new to network engineering or looking to modernize your operations\, this session will offer practical insights into how automation is shaping the future of global connectivity. \nCatch up on previous webinars in this 3-part NTT DATA webinar series here: \n\nDDos Threatscape and Mitigation Strategies\nPerformance\, Security\, Scale: The Capabilities of NTT DATA’s Global IP Network\n\nPresented by: \n \n\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-the-benefits-of-network-automation-in-global-networks/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/GlobalLogo_NTTDATA_FutureBlue_RGB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251029T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251029T130000 DTSTAMP:20251017T201020Z CREATED:20251017T201020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T201020Z UID:10000548-1761739200-1761742800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - A Guide to Modernizing an ISP Tech Stack DESCRIPTION:ISPs operating on aging systems face a simple choice. Modernize and scale or stall out and spend more to maintain the status quo. Rising subscriber expectations\, increased competition\, grant timelines\, and investor pressure make modernization a priority. This guide is a practical\, step-by-step playbook for operators moving from legacy OSS/BSS to a modern stack\, created with support from CORE\, an independent consulting firm that contributed methodology\, best-practice frameworks\, and decision-making processes for ISP IT transformation. \nPresented by: \n \n\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-a-guide-to-modernizing-an-isp-tech-stack/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lockup_gaiia_2.png 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/Detroit:20251023T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T150000 DTSTAMP:20251017T201140Z CREATED:20251017T193236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T201140Z UID:10000545-1761228000-1761231600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Books and Broadband: Advancing Rural Connectivity and Early Literacy Through Strategic Partnership DESCRIPTION:Rural connectivity isn’t just about megabits per second — it’s about creating meaningful access that transforms lives. The Fiber Broadband Association and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library have partnered to bring the power of both broadband and books to rural families across America and Canada. \nThis webinar will highlight how broadband deployment can serve as a platform for measurable community benefit\, particularly in early childhood education and family engagement. Leaders from both organizations will share how this collaboration aligns with federal broadband investment goals\, supports digital equity planning\, and demonstrates tangible return on social infrastructure. \nBroadband officials will gain insight into how connecting families early not only fosters digital participation but also strengthens long-term adoption\, workforce readiness\, and community resilience. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nUnderstand how broadband expansion and literacy initiatives jointly advance digital equity objectives.\nExplore partnership models that translate broadband infrastructure into social impact.\nLearn how local and state broadband offices can align with community programs to improve adoption rates.\nHear real examples of how connectivity and early learning investments reinforce one another in rural America and Canada.\n\nPresented by: \n \n\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-books-and-broadband-advancing-rural-connectivity-and-early-literacy-through-strategic-partnership/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/dolly-partons-imagination-library-981x1024-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251023T130000 DTSTAMP:20251016T183719Z CREATED:20251016T183719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T183719Z UID:10000544-1761220800-1761224400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Next-Gen Strategies to Elevate Internet Service Providers Broadband Operations DESCRIPTION:The broadband market is evolving at breakneck speed\, and Internet Service Providers (ISPs) are under immense pressure to deliver faster\, smarter\, and at scale. Join industry leaders and peers as they share proven strategies\, real-world insights\, and forward-looking perspectives on how ISPs can optimize operations\, drive efficiency\, and elevate both residential and enterprise customer experiences. and convert more. \nJoin industry leaders and peers Thursday\, October 23rd at 12 p.m. ET as they share proven strategies\, real-world insights\, and forward-looking perspectives on how ISPs can optimize operations\, drive efficiency\, and elevate both residential and enterprise customer experiences. and convert more. \nThis interactive session will explore how partnerships\, people\, platforms\, and AI-driven innovation are transforming the connected future of broadband. Together\, we’ll unpack: \n\nFuture-Proofing Your Operations – How to maintain your competitive edge while planning for “what’s next” in broadband services and customer expectations.\nOperational Efficiency & Cost Control – How to strike the balance between “homegrown” solutions and scalable solutions of people\, systems\, and platforms that accelerate speed-to-market.\nCustomer-Centric Service Delivery Models – Building and sustaining 24/7/365 support.\nBusiness Challenges and Use Cases– Practical ways to address the three core challenges that customer service and service delivery ISPs face.\nGrowth Through M&A – Challenges and best practices for bridging operations\, people\, and systems during consolidation\nAI-Driven Quality Assurance & Real-Time CX Insights – Proactive alerts\, AI triage\, and data personalization that boost satisfaction.\n\nWhether you’re a single state\, multi-state or nationwide ISP for consumer and enterprise\, navigating rapid growth\, streamlining M&A\, or rethinking your overall operations’ model\, this webinar will offer “real-life” actionable strategies for scaling sustainably while safeguarding your competitive brand. \nPresented by: \n \n\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-next-gen-strategies-to-elevate-internet-service-providers-broadband-operations/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/eClerx-Logo-Navy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251022T140000 DTSTAMP:20251002T194352Z CREATED:20251002T192815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T194352Z UID:10000538-1761138000-1761141600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - Securing Broadband: Cybersecurity Strategies for BEAD Subgrantees and Stakeholders DESCRIPTION:As broadband infrastructure expands under the Broadband Equity\, Access\, and Deployment (BEAD) Program\, cybersecurity has become a critical component of compliance and long-term resilience. This webinar will explore the evolving cybersecurity expectations outlined by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and provide practical guidance for subgrantees and stakeholders. \nParticipants will gain insights into: \n\nCybersecurity-related requirements for BEAD-funded projects\nRisk management planning and infrastructure resilience\nBest practices for securing broadband networks and systems\nStrategies for aligning with federal and state cybersecurity frameworks\n\nWhether you’re preparing your BEAD application or managing implementation\, this session will help ensure your cybersecurity posture meets compliance standards and supports sustainable broadband deployment. \nPresented by: \n \n\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-securing-broadband-cybersecurity-strategies-for-bead-subgrantees-and-stakeholders/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/RSM-Standard-Logo-RGB.png 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/Detroit:20251021T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251021T120000 DTSTAMP:20250930T200534Z CREATED:20250930T195431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T200534Z UID:10000536-1761044400-1761048000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FBA Presents - A Catalyst for Economic Growth: Why Broadband Adoption Matters DESCRIPTION:Broadband adoption is what transforms connectivity into economic gains. Connectivity gets players on the court\, adoption teaches them how to play the game. This webinar will focus on how Kaptivate supports key stakeholders in driving broadband adoption and how to measure its economic impact. If you’re a Community Anchor Institution\, Internet Service Provider\, or State Broadband Leader\, this webinar is for you. \nPresented by: \n \n\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fba-presents-a-catalyst-for-economic-growth-why-broadband-adoption-matters/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Kaptivate-Logo_ED_Crop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T130000 DTSTAMP:20251013T172336Z CREATED:20251013T165828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T172336Z UID:10000542-1760529600-1760533200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:Women in Fiber: Building Leadership Presence on LinkedIn DESCRIPTION:Every leader has a story — and LinkedIn is where yours gets told. The way you show up online shapes first impressions\, builds credibility\, and extends your influence far beyond the office. In this session\, you’ll learn how to use LinkedIn with purpose to make your presence felt\, your voice heard\, and your brand impossible to ignore. \nPresented by: \n \n\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/women-in-fiber-building-leadership-presence-on-linkedin/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WiF_Logo_200x200_crop.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR