Closing The Digital Divide

Greg Smith and John Mellon of Fiber Quality Services (FQS) explain their new service and why technical due diligence is essential in evaluating an ISP’s value during acquisitions or consolidations. It assesses the quality and scalability of network infrastructure, readiness for next-generation technologies, and operational efficiency, offering insights into potential cost-saving measures and future capital needs. This process also ensures regulatory compliance, identifies cybersecurity risks, and evaluates in-house technical expertise, providing a realistic view of the ISP's strengths, risks, and growth potential. Ultimately, technical due diligence helps stakeholders make informed decisions by clarifying the ISP’s operational health, infrastructure needs, and alignment with strategic objectives.

I caught up with my friend Brooke Coleman for a fantastic conversation about getting you ready to execute the NTIA BEAD program.

John Mellon and Grea Smith explain how committing to “Quality” by FQS assures that your project is completed on time and on budget

Cook County Chicago one of America’s Top 10 Digital Counties and their efforts to achieve digital equity A conversation with Kyla Williams Tate – Director of Digital Equity Cook County

Techquity & Resource Equity at United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County. Techquity pursues digital equity and inclusion for all via four strategies: Broadband, Devices, Skills, and Advocacy.

Join us for an insightful podcast episode of “Closing The Digital Divide” featuring our esteemed guests, Jay Harmon, Managing Director at BorderHawk, and Scott D. Woods, President for Public-Private Partnerships at Ready.net, Inc. They will delve into the crucial topics of Cybersecurity and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), specifically focusing on the BEAD/Enhanced A-CAM Requirement. Don’t miss out on this informative discussion! Tune in now to gain valuable insights.It’s

Danielle Perry – Chief Compliance Officer TruConnect & NaLA Board Member discusses how NaLA is working to bridge the “Digital Divide”

I have the pleasure of interviewing my friend John Holden, Smart City Manager of Raleigh, NC, on this episode CTDD. John highlighted the incredible strides Raleigh is making in shaping its future, and I’m excited to see the continued impact of their work on the city and beyond. I have the pleasure of interviewing my friend John Holden, Smart City Manager of Raleigh, NC, on this episode CTDD. John highlighted the incredible strides Raleigh is making in shaping its future, and I’m excited to see the continued impact of their work on the city and beyond.

On this episode of CTDD I chat with guest William Wells, Executive Director at aSTEAM Village Village Kansas City. We delve into how ASTEAM Village’s holistic approach fosters not only digital literacy but also a deep understanding of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (ASTEAM). By featuring inspiring success stories and testimonials from program beneficiaries, the podcast underscores the transformative impact of bridging the digital divide, ultimately creating a more equitable and inclusive technological landscape for all.

On this episode of Closing The Digital Divide, Brooke Coleman Account Manager – Sales/Business Development at Nokia explains the Enhanced Alternative Connect America Cost Model (EA-CAM) as well as the reason a special guest visited Nokia!

In response to the SolarWinds, Microsoft Exchange, and Colonial Pipeline incidents, which took place in late 2020 and early 2021. President Biden on May 12, 2021 signed an Executive Order 14028: Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity. Jay Harmon, Managing Director at BorderHawk and I discuss the Cybersecurity & Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) requirement in The […]

The cost and adequacy of the current $42.5 billion allocation to provide fiber connectivity to every home in the US have sparked extensive debate. Haig Sarkissian and Berge Ayvazian from Wireless 20/20 explain how their analysis, which involves calculating fiber miles, reveals a potential shortfall in achieving nationwide fiber coverage.

Exploring New Technologies to Close The Digital Divide In this episode we take a deep dive into a technology destine to be a major player in closing the digital divide! Our guest is Reginald (Reg) Weiser details how his company is using technology to close the digital divide.  

NTIA BEAD Program, LOC Requirement Today I  have an in-depth chat with Elizbeth Bowles, CEO of  Aristotle Unified Communications on the challenge the NTIA’s Letter Of Credit imposes

Learn more about one of the “Emerging Technologies” working to close the digital divide with: Hal Schaefer, Chief Marketing Officer, Watson Wireless & Broadband & Garrett Synstelien, Network Security Engineer, ReadyLinks Inc

WISPA The Backbone of Broadband ~ w/Steve Schwerbel Join me as I sit down with Steve Schwebel, WISPA’s State Advocacy Manager as we discuss, WISPA policy advocating efforts, How WISPA is educating decision makers and WISPA role in closing the digital divide.

Corey Hauer ~ Chief Executive Officer ~ GigFire Join us as we dig into a conversation concerning RDOF or other similar programs and the possibility of unintentional negative affect on BEAD coverage areas.

It is important to know that broadband projects of any type don't just happen, it is a process that must happen to assure project success. Municipality offices as well as service providers are going to be very busy on a level unseen until now with all the federal funding soon to be released aimed at helping us close the digital divide. On this episode of CTDD we are going to share how one company is meeting that challenge head on.

On this episode of “Closing The Digital Divide,” the podcast dedicated to exploring the challenges and solutions surrounding one of the most pressing issues of our time—the digital divide. I’m thrilled to have a distinguished guest with us today, a leading authority and advocate in the field. Please join me in extending a warm welcome […]

Mr. Scott Woods Esq. President for Public-Private Partnerships for Ready.net, Inc. & Broadband.money shares insights on the importance of data gathering for organizations as they work and strive in Closing The Digital Divide!