What You’ll Learn Data-driven marketer Tim Gilford shares which metrics and data points he’s watching in order to track progress and make strategic decisions. Special Recording: Live at the NTCA Sales and Marketing Conference Guest Speaker Tim Gilford Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Intro: A production of Pioneer Utility […]
With a magazine rolling off the presses in Kansas this month and the team hard at work on new magazines in Texas and Tennessee launching this winter, the number of print magazines launched by Pioneer in the last two years climbs to 11. In September, Pioneer worked with SCTelcom in Anthony, Kansas, to launch Hometown […]
What You’ll Learn Innovative Systems’ annual Rural Subscriber Study asked participants new questions about LEO satellite providers indicating growing competition for rural ISPs. Recorded Live at the 2025 NTCA Sales and Marketing Conference Guest Speaker Scott Meyer Show Notes More insights from the survey can be found here: Innovative Systems’ annual Rural Subscriber Study Transcripts […]
As people in Central Texas slept on July 4, the Guadalupe River rose more than 20 feet in an hour. The floodwaters tore through several communities, but the hardest hit was Kerr County, two hours northwest of San Antonio in the Texas Hill Country. More than 100 people died. Homes and businesses were destroyed. One […]
What You’ll Learn Bob Dahlstrom launched and co-hosts the Valley’s Bits, Bytes & Banter podcast for Valley TeleCom. He shared the ups and downs of podcasting with our live StoryConnect audience. Special: Live at StoryConnect 2025 Guest Speaker Bob Dahlstrom Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Intro: A production of […]
What You’ll Learn East Mississippi Connect has been using digital advertising to surgically target communities and potential subscribers as its fiber optic service rolled out across its service territory. Julie Boles shares what’s worked and what lessons she’s learned along the way. Special: Live at StoryConnect 2025 Guest Speaker Julie Boles Show Notes Transcripts have […]
Meridian Cooperative, a trusted leader in utility software and technology solutions, joined forces with Pioneer Utility Resources, an industry-leading communications and marketing co-op, in a strategic marketing partnership aimed at delivering enhanced value to mutual customers. As cooperatives, Meridian and Pioneer share the mission of helping utilities navigate an evolving industry while continuing to provide […]
What You’ll Learn Are you ready to reimagine your annual meeting? In Montana, Flathead Electric’s team was challenged by the board to reach more members. Hear how incorporating an energy expo, interactive videos and staff experts adds value to your event. Guest Speaker Flathead Electric Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and […]
What You’ll Learn David Naylor co-authored a book about Rayburn Electric Cooperative with a focus on how the cooperative realigned its core values to push for innovation throughout the organization. The book is available on Amazon, https://a.co/d/dYuErZ0. Guest Speaker David Naylor Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Intro: A production […]
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What You’ll Learn Debra Weller says stories can not only help you connect with your audience, but can also help them remember what you have to say. Weller, who will be speaking at Pioneer’s StoryConnect 2025 in St. Augustine, Florida, also provides tips for overcoming nerves and delivering your message. Guest Speaker Debra Weller Show […]
What You’ll Learn Seeking to engage younger members, Kankakee Valley REMC launched a Junior Board program to introduce high school students in the co-op’s operations. Guest Speaker Amanda Steeb Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Intro: A production of Pioneer Utility Resources. StoryConnect, helping communicators discover ideas to shape their […]
