RESILIENT CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE LEADERS SUMMIT

NOV 5 - 7 / CHARLESTON, SC

November is Critical Infrastructure Month.
Our world increasingly relies on resilient critical infrastructure.
Join cross-sector leaders to discuss America getting ready for the road ahead in a creative, inspiring setting.Chatham House Rule.
Invitations are non-transferrable.

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Summit for Infrastructure Leaders & Luminaries

At this invitation-only summit, cross-sector experts will discuss the most critical infrastructure challenge: resilience. Learn how to build networks that withstand disruption, protect essential services, and keep communities connected when it matters most.From there, we’ll make sure every state is ready for BEAD post-award. Broadband leaders will work side by side on strategies to strengthen oversight, streamline compliance, and deliver on the promise of BEAD.Discussions will be held under Chatham House Rule.

Scott Woods
Thomas Tyler
Bree Maki
Chandler Vaughan
Kimberly Glineski
Vallary Bullard
Kim Martinell
Thomas Lochner
Carlo Carino
Tamarah Holmes
Glen Howie
Brent Legg

COLLABORATE IN A MAGICAL SETTING

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CHARLESTON, SC

Agenda

These times & topics are tentative and subject to change.

Wednesday, November 5th
6:00pm - 7:30pm Welcome Reception Dewberry Hotel Rooftop
7:30pm - 9:00pm Dinner Dewberry Hotel Rooftop

Thursday, November 6th
7:45am - 8:30am Breakfast Hotel Bennett
8:30am - 9:20am Opening and Keynote Address
9:20am - 10:00am State & Industry Perspectives on Building Resilience Panel
10:00am - 10:30am Fireside Conversation: IXPs and Smart Infrastructure as Anchors of Resilience
10:30am - 10:45am Break
10:50am - 11:50am Benefit of the Bargain Data Download
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch
1:00pm - 1:45pm BEAD Supporting Funds Update
2:00pm - 3:00pm Navigating the 10-Year BEAD Reporting Journey
3:00pm - 3:15pm Break
3:15pm - 4:00pm Automated Reporting and Compliance
4:00pm - 5:00pm Closing Roundtable Discussion & Next Steps
FOR LEADER SUMMIT GUESTS ONLY 6:30pm - 9:30pm Dinner & Special Offsite Activity

Stay at the center of it all

The Leaders Summit will be hosted at Hotel Bennett, with a limited number of rooms reserved for attendees.

Government Rate SOLD OUT

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Steps from the summit

Overflow rooms are available conveniently close to the event.

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When should I arrive?

Arrival

Plan to arrive in Charleston, SC on Wednesday November 5th no later than 4pm. Depending on traffic, a car ride to the hotel can take 20-30 minutes. Our Welcome Reception will begin at 6pm EST. Feel free to arrive earlier, get settled, and enjoy the sights nearby!

When should I depart?

Departure

Please plan to depart on Friday November 7th anytime after 11am. Thursday we will have a full day of content with a special offsite visit in the evening that you won't want to miss.

Join Fellow Infrastructure Leaders

With limited availability, time is running out to secure your spot. Register now to secure your spot at the Resilient Critical Infrastructure Leaders Summit @ Charleston. Request an invite now or email us for further assistance.
To request your invite, please include your full name, title and reason for interest. We look forward to connecting with you!