Register here by April 12 for this free webinar!
Wednesday, April 17, 2019
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Broadband and Economic Development:
The Need for Connectivity, Steps for Access and Best Practices for Local Broadband Expansion
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Broadband plays an increasingly important role in economic development and is now considered a critical part of infrastructure. Yet, there remains a digital divide between communities—some with little to no connectivity and others with fast, reliable networks which they have been able to leverage into an economic development asset.
Broadband plays an increasingly important role in economic development and is now considered a critical part of infrastructure. Yet, there remains a digital divide between communities—some with little to no connectivity and others with fast, reliable networks which they have been able to leverage into an economic development asset.
Broadband plays an increasingly important role in economic development and is now considered a critical part of infrastructure. Yet, there remains a digital divide between communities—some with little to no connectivity and others with fast, reliable networks which they have been able to leverage into an economic development asset.
This complimentary webinar is designed to provide participants with an overview of the impact that emerging technologies are having on broadband within Ohio’s communities and the various approaches to expanding broadband access. The webinar will update participants on the new efforts in Ohio to support broadband and learn how to assess which approach best accommodates community needs and capabilities.
Examples of locally owned, municipal network models (both commercial and residential), private, and public-private partnership models will be provided by community leaders who have implemented such approaches locally. Considerations for network construction, such as rights-of-way issues and permitting processes, will also be explored.
Regardless of where you fall on the broadband spectrum, this webinar is for you. Ice Miller LLP and the Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA) have partnered to bring you the latest on all things broadband including:
- The impact of emerging technologies on broadband,
- Ways to expand broadband access,
- How to determine the best approach for your community,
- Barriers to broadband success such as the digital skills gap and low adoption of broadband technology, and
- Case studies of how communities of all sizes have been able to make broadband an economic development asset.
Moderators:
Lindsay Miller and Chris Magill of Ice Miller LLP
Guest Speakers:
- Jay Bennett, Director, Public Service/ Community Development, City of Zanesville, Ohio
- Lindsey Brannon, Head of Finance, Neighborly
- David Corrado, CEO, Medina City Fiber Network, Medina, Ohio
REGISTER NOW TO ENSURE BROADBAND IS AN INFRASTRUCTURE ASSET IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT!
Registration, available on OEDA's website, is free as a reflection of our commitment to bringing economic developers the most up-to-date and relevant information on the most critical issues impacting economic development in Ohio.