From Data to Deployment: Powering Smarter Broadband Decisions
This week’s Fiber for Breakfast episode, Jim Stegeman, President and CEO of CostQuest Associates, shared insights on the current state of U.S. broadband deployment and the evolving role of the FCC’s “fabric” in shaping federal and state funding decisions. With decades of experience developing economic cost models and broadband data tools for the FCC and NTIA, Stegeman has become a trusted voice in policy and industry circles.
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Flagger Force to Host Charity Golf Outing to Support Construction Angels
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FBA Member Mingle in Charlotte, North Carolina 👋
FBA will be holding a Member Mingle in Charlotte, North Carolina,TODAY, from 5-7pm EDT. FBA members are invited to attend this complimentary “members only” networking event. Join FBA’s Manager of Membership Outreach and Engagement, Kim Rickard, for some conversation, connections, and light fare.
Attendees will develop their fiber technician program plan during this 4-hour interactive session. The event also includes an introduction to OpTIC Path, a panel session featuring Sno-Isle Tech & Whidbey Telecom, a splicing demo by Sno-Isle Tech High School students, and a networking reception for working session participants.
🌐 Stay for the Spokane Regional Fiber Connect workshop on Tuesday, September 16, focusing on the Urban & Suburban Digital Divide. Register here → Regional Fiber Connect | Spokane, Washington
This Request for Proposal is issued to gather information from qualified vendors regarding dark fiber lease services to support Centranet’s telecommunications and data connectivity requirements.
RFP Objectives • Assess market availability of dark fiber infrastructure • Understand pricing models and service options • Evaluate vendor capabilities and experience • Gather technical specifications and requirements • Identify potential implementation timelines • Award to a vendor if project satisfies Centranet requirements
Marissa Mitrovich, FBA’s VP of Public Policy, will be featured as a panelist, offering insights into the evolving policy landscape and the importance of broadband infrastructure. In addition, several FBA staff members will participate in the Women’s Wireless Leadership Forum's Speed Networking event.
