BROADBAND DRIVES Wednesday, October 30 Bridging the Digital Divide Full Day of Sessions AMERICA’S GROWTH Exhibit Hall Open With Advanced Fiber Networks Evening Reception For More Information: _____________ WHAT WE BELIEVE: Broadband Communities is committed to connecting all communities with ultra-fast www.TownsAndTech.com broadband in order to drive growth and maximize economic benefits. Urban vs. rural; high vs. low income; big To Exhibit Or Sponsor Contact: Thursday, October 31 carriers vs. the small guys… our Bridging the Digital Divide event will address the haves vs. have-nots problem Irene Prescott I
[email protected] I 505-867-3299 Full Day of Sessions and debate how America can become a nation of all haves. For Assistance Contact: Breakfast Buffet
[email protected] I 877-588-1649 Exhibit Hall Open WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN WASHINGTON: New Technologies, New Strategies, New Services – No One Covers It Like We Do! MARK YOUR CALENDAR • Weigh technologies to determine what works best for your community: Fiber, Wireless, Fixed Wireless, Satellite, 5G…. WASHINGTON, DC OCTOBER 30 - 31, 2019 • Consider ways to fund infrastructure needs so that high-speed broadband is affordable for all Americans: USDA loans and grants; FCC funds; public-private partnerships; opportunity zone financing… and more. HELPING COMMUNITIES • Explore best practices for creating an accurate broadband map. • Empower co-ops to provide high-speed broadband. TAKE CONTROL • Learn about successful digital inclusion efforts. OF THEIR BROADBAND • Bring better healthcare to all. FUTURES • Educate the workforce of tomorrow. LOOK WHO YOU WILL MEET Federal legislative and government officials • Municipal, regional and state officials • Systems operators Telco and electric cooperative leaders • Investors and lenders • Economic development professionals Community anchor institution officials • Teleheath experts • Broadband champions CONFERENCE SITE WHY WASHINGTON, DC? The Westin Alexandria – Old Town The digital divide is a haves vs.