Episode Category The StoryConnect Podcast
Who is Booster the Broadband Buck?
What You’ll Learn A friendly, seven-foot deer wearing a t-shirt makes a big impression with school groups and on social media — and that’s exactly what Mosaic Telecom was after when it introduced its new mascot. Newsletter link for photos:…
How Do You Get The Most Out Of Your Internship Program
What You’ll Learn Getting the most out of your internship program takes work. You’ve got to put your interns in position to succeed and that starts with picking the right students in the first place. Website: Guest Speaker Amy…
The Relationship Part Of Media Relations
What You’ll Learn Getting to know the reporters, editors and producers covering your territory can lead to positive coverage or help make sure your side has a voice in any negative stories. Website: Guest Speaker Joe Gehrdes
Community Service Programs
What You’ll Learn Wiregrass Electric Cooperative has been recognized nationally for its innovative takes on community service programs. What are some new ways your utility could serve its members or customers? Website: Guest Speaker Brad Kimbro
Speaking Your Customers’ Language
What You’ll Learn In industries full of acronyms and technical jargon, how do you make sure you are still speaking a language your customers can understand? Website: Guest Speaker Carissa Swenson
Shark Tank For Kids: IGNITE Education Grants
What You’ll Learn ETC has launched a popular new program involving local school that asks students to pitch ideas for community projects. The winners receive IGNITE Education Grants from ETC. Website: Guest Speaker Nathan Collier
What Can ISPs Learn From Customer Education Classes?
What You’ll Learn WCTEL offers customer education classes for members. While the classes are informative for the attendees, they also help WCTEL staff get to know their customers. Website: Guest Speaker Virginia Smith
Turning Bad Events into Good PR – Part 1

What You’ll Learn Hurricane Harvey ravaged the Texas Gulf Coast causing widespread flooding and other damage. Throughout it all though, YK Communications‘ network and employees shined. After our podcast, NTCA followed up with a video interview with Russel Kacer: Guest…
Turning Bad Events into Good PR Part 2

What You’ll Learn Hurricane Matthew sent eight inches of flood water running through the office at Star Communications in North Carolina. How did they respond? After our podcast, NTCA followed up with a video interview with Kyle Randleman: Guest Speaker…
Snapchat for Telcos?
What You’ll Learn Ashley Etter runs the Snapchat account for West Central Telephone Association. She shares insights into how the platform is different from other social media and communication tools. Website: Guest Speaker Ashley Etter