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2:00pm EDT
Keynote - The Merits of FWA to Bridge the Digital Divide
Thursday October 10, 2024 2:00pm - 2:20pm EDT
Speakers 
Chief Strategy & Legal Officer, NextLink Internet
Claude Aiken is the Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Legal Officer for Nextlink Internet, the premier provider of fixed-wireless and fiber Internet and phone services across Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Illinois and Iowa. He leads the company’s work on strategic market development...
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2:20pm EDT
Fireside Chat - The Future of Convergence: Matching Experience with Brand
Thursday October 10, 2024 2:20pm - 2:40pm EDT
Moderators 
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Foxhound Advisors
John Puskar is a corporate affairs executive, specializing in strategic communications, marketing, and government affairs. He currently serves as Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Foxhound Advisors, the go-to advisory firm for tech and telecom businesses. He helps companies tell...
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Wavelo, CEO
Justin Reilly is an industry veteran with deep experience in telecom, SaaS and consumer products. He is passionate about building systems that support the next generation of consumers.As CEO of Wavelo, Justin is focused on helping operators maximize value from their networks and enhance...
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2:40pm EDT
Panel - The Wireless Competitive Advantage
Thursday October 10, 2024 2:40pm - 3:10pm EDT
Moderators 
Lead Analyst, News Street Research
VP Broadband Partners, Nokia
David Eckard is currently the Vice President of 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...
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Vice President of Infrastructure and State Broadband Director, Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA)
Sandip Bhowmick currently serves as the Vice President of Infrastructure and State Broadband Director at the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA). He is responsible for overseeing the planning, development, and expansion of broadband infrastructure throughout Arizona. Prior to his current...
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Vice President of Government Affairs & Policy, Tarana Wireless
Director, Utah Broadband Center
4:00pm EDT
Fireside Chat with AT&T
Thursday October 10, 2024 4:00pm - 4:20pm EDT
Moderators 
Editor in Chief, Fierce Network
Liz is editor in chief of Fierce Network. Previously, she was the managing editor for Silverlinings. She made her debut on the telecom stage back when writing 3,000 word articles about Class 5 switches was still a thing that people wanted to read. She honed her skills at Telephony...
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Assistant Vice President - Product Management and Development, AT&T
Angela Wilkin is a dynamic leader serving as the Assistant Vice President of Product Management and Development within AT&T’s Mass Markets Organization, where she spearheaded the launch, management and growth of AT&T Internet Air, AT&T’s 5G fixed wireless product.With a rich and...
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4:20pm EDT
Panel - Lasers, mmWave, FWA...Exploring the Flavors of Wireless
Thursday October 10, 2024 4:20pm - 5:00pm EDT
Moderators 
Editorial Director, Ookla
Sue Marek is Ookla’s editorial director and part of the company’s analyst team. She oversees the company’s thought leadership and editorial content. Sue is a journalist with more than 30 years of experience covering the telecom industry and her work has appeared in Fierce Network...
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Chief Growth Officer, X-Lumin
Zev Suissa, M.B.A., Chief Growth Officer at X-lumin Corporation, is leading the Sales and Marketing departments.Zev brings 25 years of experience to X-lumin, having specialized in emerging markets, new channel development,and strategic partnerships across three industries.In the pioneer...
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Vice President, Engineering and Network Operations, UScellular
As vice president of engineering and network operations for UScellular, Mike is responsible for ensuring the superior quality of UScellular’s high-speed network so that customers have the world’s best wireless experience. He also leads engineering teams across the country and...
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2:00pm EDT
Fireside Chat with the CEO of Maple Broadband & Chair of the Vermont Communications Union Districts Association
Friday October 11, 2024 2:00pm - 2:25pm EDT
Moderators 
Group Director, Broadband, Questex
Alejandro Piñero is Group Director for Broadband and Streaming at Questex family. As part of this role, Alejandro oversees the strategic direction and product strategy for portfolios such as Broadband Nation and StreamTV. Prior to joining Questex, Alejandro was Senior Research Manager...
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Executive Director, Maple Broadband Communications Union District in Vermont
Ellie de Villiers holds a number of positions across the public and private sectors, with a focus on telecommunications and affordable access. Ellie is Executive Director of Maple Broadband Communications Union District in Vermont, USA, and Group Head of Affordable Access Initiatives...
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2:25pm EDT
Keynote - Unlocking Communities with Connectivity
Friday October 11, 2024 2:25pm - 2:45pm EDT
Speakers 
Digital Connectivity Manager, Georgia Technology Authority
Oneisha Freeman Rojales is a Georgia native and a leader in digital inclusion with over 20 years of experience in the technology industry. As the Digital Connectivity Manager at the Georgia Technology Authority, she is part of the broadband team and spearheads efforts to ensure equitable...
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2:45pm EDT
Panel - Why Connectivity Matters - Summary of Key Takeaways from Broadband Nation Expo 2024
Friday October 11, 2024 2:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
Moderators 
President, Lathen Consulting LLC
Vice President & Lead Legislative Counsel, NCTA - The Internet & Television Association
Alex is Vice President & Lead Legislative Counsel of NCTA – The Internet & Television Association. Alex is responsible for NCTA’s federal and state legislative portfolio and for the association’s advocacy and partnerships with various national intergovernmental organizations...
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Chief, BroadbandOhio, Ohio Department of Development
Peter serves as the Chief of BroadbandOhio, an office within the Department of Development dedicated to bringing high-speed internet service to every resident in Ohio. Created by Governor Mike DeWine, it serves as the access point for industry and the public for coordinating the state’s...
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Executive Director, Kentucky Office of Broadband Development
Meghan Sandfoss is the Executive Director of the Kentucky Office of Broadband Development, a role to which she was appointed in September 2022 by Governor Andy Beshear. In this role, she oversees planning and implementation of federal funding for the deployment of broadband infrastructure...
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Director, Puerto Rico Broadband Program
Michelle M. Cabiya Zorilla is a highly experienced professional with a solid educational background in project management and business development. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Physical Geography, specializing in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and a minor in Communications...
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