BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Fiber Broadband Association - ECPv6.15.17//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/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231024T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230810T144922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T144949Z UID:10000077-1698134400-1698166800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:Regional Fiber Connect - Minneapolis\, MN DESCRIPTION:Fiber Broadband Association hosts a series of events over the course of the year with the goal of connecting and educating industry professionals on best practices for fiber broadband deployment. This event will take place at Minneapolis\, MN on October 24th. \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n  URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/regional-fiber-connect-minneapolis-mn/ LOCATION:RENAISSANCE MINNEAPOLIS HOTEL\, THE DEPOT\, 225 3rd Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55401\, United States CATEGORIES:FBA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Shutterstock_1065163916.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230820T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230823T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230313T214128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T190954Z UID:10000001-1692518400-1692792000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:Fiber Connect 2023 DESCRIPTION:Fiber Connect\, hosted by the Fiber Broadband Association is the Leading Optical Fiber Business Technology Event in the World. URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/fiber-connect-2023/ LOCATION:Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center\, 6000 W Osceola Pkwy\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34746\, United States CATEGORIES:FBA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/gp-hero-gradient.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230621T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230621T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230411T121129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230723T163015Z UID:10000025-1687334400-1687366800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:Regional Fiber Connect - Lake Tahoe\, CA DESCRIPTION:Fiber Broadband Association hosts a series of events over the course of the year with the goal of connecting and educating industry professionals on best practices for fiber broadband deployment. This event will take place at Lake Tahoe\, California on June 21st. \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n  URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/regional-fiber-connect-lake-tahoe-ca/ LOCATION:Everline Resort and Spa\, Everline Resort and Spa\, Olympic Valley\, CA\, 96146 CATEGORIES:FBA Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Shutterstock_95903128.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230614T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230608T202410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T143722Z UID:10000052-1686736800-1686738600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 24 - The Future of Fiber – Top 3 Trends in Fiber Optic Cable DESCRIPTION:As fiber networks progress and fuel our nation’s broadband revolution\, the use and acceptance of bend-insensitive fiber\, 200-micron fiber\, and high-density small-diameter cables enable world-class networks to be deployed. \nGreg Williams\, Director of Sales for Strategic Accounts of Prysmian\, a large-scale global optical fiber and fiber cable manufacturer in North America\, operating manufacturing plants in NC\, SC\, TN\, and Mexico\, will discuss these three trends taking place in the world of fiber cable and their progression. \nWebinar Guest: \nGreg Williams\, Director of Sales\, Prysmian Group \nGreg has been with Prysmian Group for 23 years\, spanning leadership roles in operations\, marketing\, and sales. His current role is Director of Sales for Strategic Accounts. \nGreg’s entire Prysmian career has been involved with fiber manufacturing and fiber deployments across North America. Greg is based in Hickory NC and has an engineering degree from NC State. \n  \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-24-the-future-of-fiber-top-3-trends-in-fiber-optic-cable-2/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Website-Asset-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230607T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230602T152452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T175357Z UID:10000048-1686132000-1686133800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 23 - No Regrets – How to Make the Most of A Once-in-a-Lifetime Investment DESCRIPTION:The industry is on the cusp of delivering ubiquitous gigabit connectivity to all Americans.  It has been repeatedly said that this is a once in a lifetime investment and operators\, communities and state broadband officials are focused on ensuring that the investments made today will pay dividends for future generations.  The fiber access network that is currently being deployed is the ideal vehicle to support not just the current requirements of users but meeting any future demands of the next killer application.  This talk will explore the fundamental technologies that enable operators to create these future proof networks by leveraging new advances from our researchers in Bell Labs and from our key technology partners. \nWebinar Guest: \nDavid Eckard is currently the Vice President of the Broadband Partners at Nokia overseeing the company’s response to the historical influx of capital from the various federal and state funding programs that aims to close the digital inequities in our country.  Since 1999\, David has been a key contributor\, advocate and industry leader for the creation and adoption of fiber access in the United States and around the world.  He brings a unique multi-disciplinary perspective to the industry and serves as a trusted consultant to executives\, policy makers and industry decision makers on market and technology challenges. He previously has held various leadership positions in Nokia as the VP of Strategy and Technology of North America\, VP of Business Strategy for the Optical Networking Product Division and the Chief Technology Officer for the Fixed Networks division.  He has overseen the development and investment of key enabling technologies that has allowed Nokia to be a trusted partner for next generation fiber networks. \nHe is a Distinguished Member of the Technical Staff of Nokia\, holds many patents in optical access technologies and has represented Nokia in standardization forums for next generation optical access networks. \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-23-no-regrets-how-to-make-the-most-of-a-once-in-a-lifetime-investment/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Website-Asset-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230531T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230531T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230525T121852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T140518Z UID:10000047-1685527200-1685529000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 22 - Rural Broadband Operators - Internet Exchanges\, Peering\, and the User Experience DESCRIPTION:Internet Exchanges and peering have been critical components to the Internet ecosystem since the dawn of the Internet. However\, many rural broadband operators have little to no knowledge of how Internet Exchanges work and how they may benefit them to reduce costs and improve their subscriber’s experience. This presentation strives to provide rural broadband operators with a high-level understanding of how Internet Exchanges and peering work\, how to access them\, the economics that drives their value\, and what alternatives are available in the market. \nWebinar Guest: \nOffir Schwartz\nFounder & CEO\nCapcon Networks \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-22-rural-broadband-operators-internet-exchanges-peering-and-the-user-experience/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Website-Asset-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230524T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230524T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230519T131304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T133450Z UID:10000046-1684922400-1684924200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 21 - Planning the Future of Fiber Networks: 4S Design Considerations DESCRIPTION:Our industry faces a tremendous moment of opportunity to connect the unconnected and deliver access to transformative applications – and fiber networks are at the center of it all. Meeting this moment calls for a new commitment to innovation in the passive optical network in four key areas – the S4 model: \n\nSpeed: From broadband networks to the data center\, operators must build faster\, to stay ahead of surging bandwidth demand and meet required timelines for government-supported projects.\nSize: Space is increasingly at a premium\, whether in the field\, a central office or a spine-to-leaf link inside a data center. Maximizing fiber density is critical.\nSimplicity: Skilled labor in the field remains scarce; operators need solutions to help them scale with fewer resources and minimize errors.\nSustainability: Network architects need optical solutions with a reduced carbon footprint to meet their aggressive environmental targets and build a more sustainable world.\n\nO’Day will discuss how delivering the promise of Internet for All will require sustained commitment to innovation in all four S’s from the entire industry ecosystem — operators\, standards bodies\, installers\, and equipment manufacturers. He will also share some of Corning’s newest innovations in each of these areas. \nWebinar Guest: \nMichael O’Day\nChief Technology Officer\nCorning Optical Communications \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-21-planning-the-future-of-fiber-networks-4s-design-considerations/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Website-Asset-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230517T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230512T153209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T155259Z UID:10000041-1684317600-1684319400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 20 - Turning the Tide in Mississippi with Fiber DESCRIPTION:In this Fiber for Breakfast\, Quinn Jordan will share that Mississippi is the 42nd most connected State in the nation. Quinn and his team at the Mississippi Broadband Association are working to change lives in Mississippi with fiber. Quinn will disclose the actions underway to catapult the State from the back of the pack to leaders in connectivity and economic development. \nWebinar Guest: \nQuinn Jordan\nExecutive Director\nMississippi Broadband Association \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-20-turning-the-tide-in-mississippi-with-fiber/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Website-Asset-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230510T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230510T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230505T122602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T122602Z UID:10000035-1683712800-1683714600@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 19 - Redefining the Meaning of P3: People\, Partnerships & Preparation DESCRIPTION:Traditionally\, P3 has been synonymous with public-private partnerships\, but when it comes to navigating the complex world of building broadband networks in 2023\, Mears Broadband is redefining the term with a new P3 model and philosophy that focuses on people\, partnerships\, and preparation. \nMears Broadband President Trent Edwards will discuss Mears’ P3 model as it relates to solving key construction issues\, including labor shortages\, delays\, and cost overruns\, that new owner operators are facing as they look to build fiber broadband networks. \nWebinar Presenters: \nTrent Edwards is the President of Mears  Broadband Division. In this role\, Trent leads all facets of the division\, including strategy\, sales\, and operations. Trent is a telecom industry veteran with nearly 25 years of experience. Prior to joining Mears Broadband\, Trent served as Senior Vice President of US Operations at Ledcor Technical Services and Vice President of Operations at XO Communications. \nAs a results-driven leader\, Trent is committed to driving successful outcomes and satisfaction for Mears’ clients.  His diverse experience includes leadership and management roles in capital and network planning\, engineering\, operations\, construction\, network management\, safety\, and service delivery. \nTrent holds a degree from Nashville Technical Institute and lives in Austin\, Texas. \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-19-redefining-the-meaning-of-p3-people-partnerships-preparation/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Website-Asset-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230503T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230503T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230427T183610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T183610Z UID:10000033-1683108000-1683109800@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 18 - Fiber Connect 2023 - Let the Disruption Begin! DESCRIPTION:Fiber Connect 2023 is all about disruption and the role fiber broadband plays in enabling markets\, companies\, and communities to evolve\, create and alter market dynamics in new and exciting ways. This year\, we’ve added six Operator Light Talks where leading network operators will detail how their networks allow customers to shift market paradigms\, create opportunity\, and underpin customer experience. During The State Broadband Summit\, attendees will hear firsthand from broadband officers\, state legislators\, and county commissioners about their plans to leverage NTIA Bead funds to close the digital divide. \nWebinar Presenters: \nJoseph “JJ” Jones\, President\, On Trac\, Inc. and FBA Board Chair\nRich Williams\, Program Director\, Fiber Connect Conference \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-18-fiber-connect-2023-let-the-disruption-begin/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Website-Asset-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230426T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230426T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230421T132435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T132435Z UID:10000030-1682503200-1682505000@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 17 - Fiber – A Climate Hero? DESCRIPTION:In this Fiber for Breakfast\, hear from John Schulz\, Director of Sustainability Integration\, about how AT&T’s plans for fiber expansion can open doors to solutions that help transform how we live and work and how that can help reduce the emissions that contribute to climate change. \nWebinar Guest \nJohn Schulz is Director of Sustainability Integration at AT&T. In this role\, John works with customers\, technology collaborators\, AT&T Business\, and leading independent third parties to identify how AT&T connectivity can help address climate change. John began his AT&T career in the Corporate Real Estate group and migrated into leadership roles with the Energy and Corporate Sustainability organizations. \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-17-fiber-a-climate-hero/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Website-Asset-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230419T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230419T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230412T174130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T174130Z UID:10000026-1681898400-1681900200@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 16 - Unlicensed Wireless: Suitable for Closing the Digital Divide? DESCRIPTION:While fiber is the undisputed king of broadband technologies\, fixed wireless is a valuable tool in the toolbox of connectivity options. However not all wireless is created equal – and there is a stark difference between the use cases for licensed and unlicensed wireless spectrum. In a recent white paper commissioned by FBA\, Larry Thompson\, PE\, CEO of Vantage Point Solutions\, argues that the limitations of unlicensed wireless are too great to be worthy of investment from public funds such as BEAD. Join us for a lively discussion about the arguments made in the white paper\, as well as other technology considerations important for the national discussion on broadband funding investments. \nWebinar Guest: \n\nLarry Thompson\, PE\, Chief Executive Officer\, Vantage Point Solutions\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-16-unlicensed-wireless-suitable-for-closing-the-digital-divide/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Website-Asset-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230412T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230412T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T173516 CREATED:20230407T221411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T221411Z UID:10000023-1681293600-1681295400@fiberbroadband.org SUMMARY:FFB Week 15 - Communities Thrive with Fiber Broadband DESCRIPTION:The Fiber Broadband Association has embarked on new research that looks into the economic impact fiber has in a community. Join us on Fiber for Breakfast and see how fiber to the home has impacted a community in Westfield\, Massachusetts\, and why fiber was brought to the community\, the challenges\, timeline\, and benefits since deployment. This session will also examine ways fiber is helping to enable new migration trends to more rural areas and improving personal productivity and proving economic value to the community. \nWebinar Guest: \n\nMary Jander\, Sr. Analyst and Editor\, Futuriom\nDeborah Kish\, Vice President of Research and Workforce Development\, Fiber Broadband Association\n\n \n \n Register Now URL:https://fiberbroadband.org/event/ffb-week-15-communities-thrive-with-fiber-broadband/ CATEGORIES:Fiber For Breakfast,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fiberbroadband.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Website-Asset-8.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR