Federal broadband funding programs are evolving, but how does that impact all stakeholders in the broadband landscape? This session will provide a clear overview of what stakeholders need to know regarding the various federal broadband programs, such as the Universal Service Fund, that are currently shaping the broadband landscape. Participants will gain clarity on program […]

Explore new tools and methods to simplify data analysis—from custom APIs and time series forecasting to mapping innovations that support broadband planning, reporting, and data alignment.

Join a panel of state broadband leaders as they share lessons learned from their BEAD journeys so far, and what to consider as the BEAD program continues moving forward. Learn directly from the decision-makers shaping state-level broadband deployment strategies, gain perspective on what’s working (and what isn’t), and where the BEAD program will go from […]

Join us for drinks and sunset views as we close out the first full day of Fabric Forward in the Harbor Room of The Bell Harbor Conference Center.

Breakfast will be served from 8:00 to 9:00 AM.

Have questions? Come ask us your specific questions. Day 1: 10/21  8:30 – 9 am   11 – 11:15 am   12:30 – 1:00 pm     2:15 – 2:45 pm   3:30 – 4:00 pm    Day 2: 10/22 8:30 – 9 am   11:00 – 11:15 am  12 – 2 pm    

We’ve heard your questions and concerns about the Fabric data—especially around the Challenge Process—and we’re here to help however we can within our role on the Fabric project. In this session, get a clear, in-depth look at the FCC’s Location Fabric Challenge Process, including best practices for submitting challenges, key timelines, and real-world examples of […]

Post-BEAD are investors coming to buy your ISP, finance it, or compete in your footprint? Will the dollars keep flowing into broadband on the corporate and government side, and where will they go? What about non-deployment funds or future grants? No one can predict the future, so we’re focused on outlining some of the potential […]

With Adam Cassady, NTIA’s Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and Deputy Administrator & David Redl, Founder & CEO of Salt Point Strategies and former NTIA Administrator.

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Invitation Only Join fellow state broadband leaders for an exclusive, in-depth session focused on navigating the evolving broadband landscape in a post-BEAD award environment. This collaborative session will feature a keynote from industry leaders, expert panel discussions, and open dialogue designed to tackle your […]