are you ready for a post BEAD award world?
Nov 20-21 / New orleans
Join the invitation-only summit among key broadband leaders focused on BEAD post award compliance in a creative, inspiring setting. Chatham House Rule.Invitations are non-transferrable.
Prior summits
BLS DENVER BLS NEWPORT BLS NOLA BLS Tahoe BLS Miami
Prior summits
BLS DENVER BLS NEWPORT
BLS NOLA BLS Tahoe
BLS Miami
invitation-only
SUMMIT FOR BROADBAND LEADERS & LUMINARIES
Come engage with other state broadband leaders and understand key takeaways from the recent BEAD funding round in Louisiana. The ConnectLA team will share a fresh perspective after announcement of provisional awards and submission of their final proposal on lessons learned in regards to bidding, strategy and negotiation and discuss needs for the post award world.
COLLABORATE IN A MAGIC SETTING
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Agenda
*Tentative agenda topics, subject to change.
Wednesday, November 20th |
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6:00pm - 7:00pm Welcome Reception at Windsor Court |
7:00pm - 8:30pm Welcome Dinner |
Thursday, November 21st |
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8:30am - 9:00am Opening Jase Wilson |
9:00am - 11:00am Subgrantee Selection Process & Provisional Awards Thomas Tyler, Jim Stegman & Jon Wilkins |
11:00am - 11:20am High Cost Treatment Bree Maki |
11:20am - 11:45am Alternative Technology Guidance Chandler Vaughn & Brian Mitchell |
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch & Fireside Chat with Ajit Pai |
1:15pm - 1:45pm Automated Reporting & Compliance Clay Wooley |
1:45pm - 1:55pm ISPs Performance Data Collection Greg Bathrick |
2:00pm - 2:15pm Model Subgrantee Agreement State Directors |
2:15pm - 2:55pm Non-Deployment Panel Jessica Simmons, Sally Doty, Glen Howie, Vallary Bullard |
2:55pm - 3:10pm Break |
3:10pm - 3:30pm Surety & Performance Bonds Steve Cory |
3:30pm - 3:45pm Post BEAD - Fixing Gaps and Seizing Opportunities Rob Fish |
3:45pm - 4:15pm Policy Recommendations for New Administation Scott Woods |
6:30pm Depart for Evening Social Event |
When should I arrive?
Arrival
Plan to arrive at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport (MSY airport code) on Wednesday November 20th by 4pm at the latest. Depending on traffic, a car ride to the hotel can take 20-35 minutes. Our Welcome Reception will begin at 6pm. Feel free to arrive earlier, get settled, and enjoy the sights nearby!
When should I depart?
Departure
Feel free to depart anytime on Friday November 22nd.
Where You'll Be
The summit will be held at The Windsor Court. We have negotiated special discounted rates with the resort for our group. These are offered on a first come first serve basis. These rates will expire by November 8th. So book soon!
Must show government credentials for discounted rate of $200/night.
Sunset River Experience
Take in the stunning New Orleans skyline as we embark on an evening cruise. Enjoy a delectable dinner with live music, and connect with fellow leaders against the backdrop of the city lights and river breeze.
We will depart the hotel at 6:30pm
Ship sails at 7:00pm and we will be back at the hotel after 9:30pm
It happens only once
Join fellow broadband leaders
With limited availability, time is running out to secure your spot. Register now to secure your spot at the Broadband Leaders Summit @ NOLA. 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!