Community Broadband University

Fujitsu's Tom DiFrisco describes the 3 primary business models that Community Broadband networks follow and provides pros and cons of each.

Community broadband projects typically go through six phases. Courtney Gates describes the critical outcomes at each phase of a project.

Rural broadband deployments can be quite challenging. Alyson Moore explains why they're also essential to a community's long-term survival.

What are the major cost drivers in FTTH deployments? Bob Whitman explores the levers that can affect the community broadband business case.

Bob Knight of Harrison Edwards reveals the 3 foundational elements that are critical to a successful Community Broadband deployment.

What are the major cost drivers of a broadband deployment and how do you minimize total installed cost? From CAPEX to OPEX, Greg Lentz is here to break down what it costs to build and maintain your network.

What are consumers missing out on when they don't have access to broadband? Lead Economist for the NRECA, Joe Goodenbery, is here to tell us. 

Big or small, rural or urban, i-Valley Co-Founder, Barry Gander, discusses smart communities and why they are essential for future growth.

Lisa Youngers, former Fiber Broadband Association President & CEO, reflects on the effects COVID-19 has had on broadband demand and what we have learned about the industry throughout the pandemic.

Black & Veatch joins Community Broadband U to highlight the effects project readiness has on government funding opportunities and some funding options that will become available later in 2021.

Dive into the collaboration among small locally operated rural broadband providers and the NTCA. Josh Seidemann walks us through the support available to those working hard to bring #FiberToThePeople across rural America.

Phase 1 of the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) auction was completed in early 2021, awarding funding to broadband providers servicing rural communities across the nation. Kara Mullaley invites you to join her by the fire to review the results of Phase 1 and what to expect next for this government funded program.

The Broadband Group's Jeff Reiman walks us through the components of the utility lease model approach. Learn more about this business model and determine if it’s the right approach for your community.

NRECA's Joe Goodenbery dives into how a broadband backbone optimizes electric communications, positioning utilities for long term success.

Kara joins us from her backyard oasis to utilize her experience in home renovations as a model for how to go about gathering information, reviewing proposals and comparing quotes from various vendors.

Christopher Mitchell at the Institute for Local Self Reliance in Minneapolis shares all of the reasons why a community broadband network is worth considering and how it differs from more traditional network types.

Learn about REAL opportunities for your community to experience tremendous growth by getting everyone the connections they need to succeed, no matter where they call home.