Connecting Communities: Strategies for Successful Broadband Project Development

As communities increasingly recognize the importance of broadband access for economic growth and quality of life, public owners face the challenge of navigating complex processes to deliver these critical projects. This panel will explore how communities are leveraging public-private partnership models to meet their broadband needs, highlighting innovative approaches and successful project examples. Industry experts will discuss available funding mechanisms, including federal and state programs, and examine the dynamics between key stakeholders, public owners, private providers, and end users. Attendees will gain actionable insights into building effective partnerships, securing funding, and implementing forward-thinking solutions to bring broadband to their communities.

Speakers:
-Jeff Reiman, President, The Broadband Group
-Matt Leach, Public Sector Director, FiberLight
-Christopher Perlitz, Managing Director, Municipal Capital Markets Group
Moderator:
-Welton Pride, Former Special Advisor, US HUD