Questex’s Broadband Nation Expo 2026 Unveils Conference Program as Leaders from Industry, Education, and Government Prepare to Shape the Next Era of U.S. Connectivity

Speakers Confirmed from Leading Broadband Operators, State Broadband Offices, Technology Providers, Investors, and Government Agencies as the Industry Gathers in New Orleans to Explore the Future of Connectivity, Infrastructure, AI, and Network Innovation

NEW YORK, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As historic broadband investments, AI-driven infrastructure demand, and next-generation network technologies reshape the connectivity landscape, Questex’s Fierce Network and the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) today unveiled the conference program for the fourth annual Broadband Nation Expo.

Taking place November 18-20 in New Orleans, LA, Broadband Nation Expo is the nation’s largest meeting ground for the U.S. broadband, digital infrastructure, and connectivity ecosystem – bringing together the decision-makers building, funding, deploying, and operating the networks that will power America’s future.

With the theme, "Broadband & Beyond–The Next Era of End-to-End Connectivity," Broadband Nation Expo serves as the industry's largest meeting ground for broadband providers, network operators, technology innovators, policymakers, investors, workforce leaders, and infrastructure stakeholders working to expand connectivity and accelerate digital transformation across the United States.

“Broadband is no longer just about connectivity – it’s the foundation for economic growth, AI innovation, workforce development, education, healthcare, and national competitiveness,” said David Drain, Show Director, Broadband Nation Expo. “This year’s program brings together the leaders who are actively shaping that future. From BEAD implementation and broadband policy to fiber expansion, wireless innovation, data center growth and workforce development, Broadband Nation Expo is where the conversations that move the industry forward take place.”

Broadband Nation Expo brings together the entire connectivity ecosystem, including rural and regional broadband providers, network engineers, EPC contractors, state broadband offices, government leaders, satellite broadband providers, fiber and wireless infrastructure companies, data center operators, workforce development organizations, community broadband advocates, funding organizations, investors, technology vendors, cloud providers, and edge computing leaders.

Industry Leaders Confirmed to Speak
This year's conference program features leaders representing broadband operators, state broadband offices, federal and local government, workforce development organizations, infrastructure investors, technology innovators, and policy experts—all focused on accelerating the next generation of connectivity.

Confirmed speakers include:

Matt Myers, COO, All West Fiber
Donald Ray, Chief Development Officer, BAM Broadband
Brian Horton, Senior Director Head of Wireless Business, CCI Systems
Michelle Yirka, SVP Business Development, Chisholm Broadband
Anis Khemakhem, Chief Commercial Officer, Clearfield
Kenny Williams, District 9 Staff Representative, Communications Workers of America (CWA)
Mark Pearson, Broadband Interstate Coordinator, Communities Unlimited
Brian Vo, Chief Investment Officer, Connect Humanity
Veneeth Iyengar, Executive Director, Connect LA
Alan Jones, Chief Network Officer, C Spire
Butch Brock, CSO, Dragonfly Internet
Jason Mitler, Manager, FPUAnet Communications
Jeff Freyer, SVP, Grain Management
Steve Coran, Attorney, Lerman Senter PLLC
Ronnie Hammond, Director, Office Statewide broadband, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
Eric Bathras, Chief Technology Officer, Maryland Department of Information Technology
Carol Mattey, Principal, Mattey Consulting LLC
Eric Frederick, Chief Connectivity Officer, Michigan High-Speed Internet Office
Brandon Dinsmore, Tribal Outreach & Workforce Programs Specialist, Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology
Jaimie Lenderman, Practice Leader, Omdia
Sue Marek, Editorial Director, Ookla
David Bronston, Special Counsel, Phillips Lytle
Caleb Henry, Direct of Research, Quilty Space
Jeff Kohler, Co-Founder, Rise Broadband
Bobbie Gilbert, Chief Government Affairs Officer, Ripple Fiber
Carla Shearer, General Manager, SCTelecom
Bill Steuber, Partner, Telecom Partners Group
Matt Larsen, CEO, Vistabeam
Berge Ayvaian, Senior Industry Analyst and Consultant, Wireless 20/20
Steven Schwerbel, Director of State Advocacy, WISPA
Kevin Uyeno, VP, Chief of Staff, Pivot-Tech Development, Inc
Bree Maki, Executive Director, Office of Broadband Development, Minnesota
Kimberly McKinley, Chief of Staff, TAK
Warren Woodward, Director of Broadband, XMission Internet
Rick Cimerman, VP, External & State Affairs Lead, NCTA
Paroma Sanyal, Principal, Brattle Group

Additional speakers and sessions will be announced in the coming months.

Why the Industry Comes to Broadband Nation Expo

Broadband Nation Connect: delivers curated one-to-one meetings between technology providers and broadband operators, connecting attendees with 30 senior technology leaders from Tier 2 and Tier 3 carriers across the United States to foster valuable business opportunities and strategic partnerships. Learn more here.
20+ Hours of Networking: attendees will have access to more than 20 hours of networking experiences designed to spark conversations, facilitate partnerships, and connect professionals from across the broadband and digital infrastructure ecosystem.
NEW - The Fierce Network Innovation Awards Reception & Ceremony: taking place on November 19, the Awards program and ceremony will celebrate the companies, leaders, technologies, and innovations transforming connectivity and advancing the future of broadband.
NEW - Post event workshop taking place November 20
NEW - Tracks: Built to Last and Hybrid Horizons

View the Broadband Nation Expo agenda here.

For additional information and registration, visit Broadband Nation Expo.

Stay connected with the latest updates by following Broadband Nation Expo on LinkedIn and X.

Partnership opportunities for Broadband Nation Expo can be explored by contacting Scott Gruntorad at sgruntorad@questex.com.

About Broadband Nation Expo
Broadband Nation Expo is the premier industry event uniting the entire broadband ecosystem – from service providers and policymakers to technology innovators and community leaders. The event serves as a catalyst for collaboration, driving solutions to bridge the digital divide and ensure universal high-speed internet access. Produced in collaboration with the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), Broadband Nation Expo will take place November 18-20 in New Orleans, LA.

About TIA
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) advances trusted digital infrastructure for a connected world. Representing more than 400 companies globally, TIA brings industry and government together through standards development, government advocacy, certifications, and industry programs to support resilient, innovative infrastructure.

About Questex
Questex fuels exceptional business connections—where every buyer and seller interaction matters. Through live events enriched with data insights and active year-round digital communities, we deliver measurable results. It happens here.

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Broadband Nation Expo
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