BEAD Funding Breakthrough Tactics: How to Write a Winning Strategy

Have you had June 30 marked on your calendar all year? What will you do after the National Telecommunications and Information Administration announces the official allocations of $42.5 billion in Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) funding to each state?

You aren’t the only one with a master plan. The broadband giants, aware of the enormous potential at stake, are also vying for their piece of the pie. How will you ensure your proposal stands out as the race for these funds heats up? What innovative approaches will you employ to demonstrate the impact of these funds?  

In this panel, BEAD funding experts from Vantage Point Solutions and Calix discussed:

• Program timelines: Understand the key milestones and deadlines you must meet to ensure a successful application process. 

• Application best practices: Gain insights into the critical aspects of developing a strong and compelling proposal to maximize your chances of securing funding.

• Community involvement: Leverage community interest and collaboration in your broadband projects and learn strategies to foster meaningful local engagement. 

Presenters:  

• Moderator: Jessica Koch, Broadband Program Manager, Calix 

• Panelist: Shapur Izadiyar, Broadband Funding Analyst, Calix  

• Panelist: Eric Rajchel, PE, Assistant Director of Engineering, Vantage Point Solutions