Andy Johns is joined by Chris Townson, CEO of West Carolina and Upcountry Fiber, to talk about what makes a strong partnership. Chris shares candid lessons from working with telcos, electrics and municipalities—including how to evaluate opportunities, align missions, manage egos and build lasting agreements.
What You’ll Learn The new PlayStation 5 and Xbox X consoles coming out this holiday season are bandwidth hogs. Broadband providers need to educate their customers before Christmas mornings are ruined by slow connections! Guest Speaker Brian Lazenby and Zach Moore Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Andy Johns: What […]
What You’ll Learn FTC hosted its 2020 annual meeting in a drive-through format. Brandi Lyles, Manager of Marketing and Public Relations, joined the show to discuss what lessons they learned from the meeting, how they kept members engaged, and the history-making member participation. Guest Speaker Brandi Lyles Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for […]
What You’ll Learn WK&T hosted it’s first ever Drive-Through Annual Meeintg during the pandemic and had a great turnout. What does a Drive-Through Annual Meeting look like and how did they make it happen? Guest Speaker Karen Jackson-Furman Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Andy Johns: What does a drive-through […]
What You’ll Learn FTC had huge success with their virtual annual meeting thanks in part to the fun they had on social media. Taylor Richards shares with us the challenges and benefits of making that happen. Guest Speaker Taylor Richards Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Andy Johns: What can […]
What You’ll Learn Jacy Warrell, Executive Director of the Rural Health Association of Tennessee, joins the show to discuss a few of the interesting and informative sessions at the upcoming RHAT Annual Conference. She also describes how broadband internet access may impact the overall health of a person and community. Guest Speaker Jacy Warrell Show […]
What You’ll Learn FCC Chairman Ajit Pai discusses the state of rural broadband, the upcoming RDOF auction, the impact of COVID-19, and how rural broadband providers are improving the lives of their customers. Guest Speaker FCC Chairman Ajit Pai Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Stephen Smith: Thanks for tuning […]
What You’ll Learn Karen Jackson-Furman, COO of Ardmore Telephone, discusses Ardmore’s recent receipt of a USDA ReConnect grant-loan combo, along with creative ways rural broadband providers can operate more efficiently while improving customer service. Guest Speaker Karen Jackson-Furman Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Stephen Smith: Welcome. I’m Stephen Smith, […]
What You’ll Learn Dr. Christopher Ali, who is an associate professor in the Department of Media Studies at the University of Virginia, discusses the college homework gap and what COVID-19 has taught us about the digital divide. Guest Speaker Dr. Christopher Ali Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Stephen Smith: […]
What You’ll Learn At a time when we’re having more digital interactions than ever before, Megan McKoy-Noe‘s new ebook “How to Be Human in a Digital World” provides tips on how your utility staff can maintain that critical human touch. Guest Speaker Megan McKoy-Noe Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. […]
What You’ll Learn Candes Spencer, Southeast Regional Sales Manager for Comstar Supply, joins the show to discuss five key technologies — all powered by broadband — that are impacting the future of farming in rural America. Guest Speaker Candes Spencer Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Stephen Smith: And thanks […]
What You’ll Learn Dr. Allen Pratt, Executive Director of the National Rural Education Association, discusses four steps local school districts and broadband providers can take together to ensure every child has the internet access they need to succeed. Guest Speaker Dr. Allen Pratt Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Stephen […]
What You’ll Learn Following the news that Oregon-based Pioneer Utility Resources had acquired WordSouth, Pioneer CEO Mike Shepard and WordSouth founder Stephen V. Smith joined the podcast to discuss what this means for the two companies and the industries they serve. Guest Speaker Michael Shepard & Stephen Smith Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited […]
