Beer and Broadband

Beer and Broadband is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts. No egos, no agenda, and no selling. Our goal is to educate, connect, inspire, and entertain you while enjoying a pint together.

Fiber Innovation: Bridging the Digital Divide 09/13/2023

Fiber Innovation: Bridging the Digital Divide The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. This is a special episode of the Beer & Broadband Roundtable series, hosted during the highly anticipated Mountain Connect Event! Our fantastic panelists, including Beni Blell from Hexatronic, Ashley Polling from COS Systems, and Justin Roller from Bonfire Fiber, share insights into the cutting-edge world of Open Access. They explore topics like air-blown fiber, cost-efficiency, automation, and the impact on rural and tribal communities. Discover how these innovations are not only bridging the digital divide but also changing the way we think about network deployment and maintenance. If you're curious about the future of broadband technology, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we navigate the world of Fiber Innovation! Join us as we navigate the world of Fiber Innovation! We have joining us: Beni Blell - Vice President, Head of Sales and Marketing at Hexatronic Ashley Polling - Senior Sales Executive, COS Systems Justin Roller - President of Bonfire Fiber Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/28024785

Diverse Visions: Navigating HR and Inclusion in Telecom 09/01/2023

Diverse Visions: Navigating HR and Inclusion in Telecom The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. This is a special episode of the Beer & Broadband Roundtable series, hosted during the highly anticipated Mountain Connect Event! In this episode of "Diverse Visions," join Nick from "Beer and Broadband" as he discusses the critical topics of HR and diversity in the telecom industry. With a focus on bridging the gap between the industry's lack of diversity and the imperative to build inclusive communities, Nick is joined by two esteemed guests, Tanya Martinez and Fields Jackson. Tanya, with 22 years of HR experience, emphasizes the importance of diversity as a tool for growth and success. Fields, a leading diversity advocate, CEO of "Racing Toward Diversity Magazine," and president of "College Diversity Network," offers insights into the multidimensional nature of diversity, and how understanding your audience is key to success. Together, they dive into the complexities of effective diversity strategies, the importance of authentic representation, and the power of collaboration. Tune in to gain valuable insights and strategies for making positive changes in HR and inclusion, and discover how companies can navigate these challenges to truly build the diverse and vibrant communities they envision. We have joining us: Tonia Martinez - Founder of Career Transformations Denver Fields Jackson, Jr. - CEO, Chief Cheerleader, and Talent Scout at Racing Towards Diversity Magazine Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/27918432

Navigating Broadband: Connecting Communities for a Digital Future 09/01/2023

Navigating Broadband: Connecting Communities for a Digital Future The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. This is a special episode of the Beer & Broadband Roundtable series, hosted during the highly anticipated Mountain Connect Event! In this episode, join us for an engaging conversation as we delve into the world of broadband connectivity with a diverse group of experts. Recorded live at the Mountain Connect event, this episode features Manuel Gomez, the Fiber and Broadband Director of Holy Cross Energy; Bill Blackford, General Manager and CEO of Farmers Telephone and FTI Wi-Fi; and Drew Pappas, Director of Business Development at Bonfire. Together, they discuss the dynamic landscape of broadband infrastructure, its role in powering resilient communities, and the challenges faced by various types of organizations, from co-ops to private providers. Discover how initiatives like middle-mile networks are bridging the gap between urban and rural areas, the urgency driving the expansion of broadband services, and the complex balance between short-term funding and long-term sustainability. Tune in to gain insights into the evolving world of broadband and the critical decisions that shape its future. We have joining us: Manuel Gomez - Fiber and Broadband Director at Holy Cross Energy Bill Blackford - General Manager at Farmers Telephone/Farmers Telecommunications Drew Pappas - Director of Business Development at Bonfire Infrastructure Group Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/27918414

Connecting Communities: The Power of Open Access Fiber Networks 09/01/2023

Connecting Communities: The Power of Open Access Fiber Networks The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. This is a special episode of the Beer & Broadband Roundtable series, hosted during the highly anticipated Mountain Connect Event! In this episode of "Beer and Broadband," Nick is live at Mountain Connect, bringing together a panel of experts to discuss the transformational impact of open-access fiber networks in rural America. Join Nick and his guests: Bill Blackford from Farmers Telephone, Josh Orlowitz from Bonfire Fiber and Mike Edl from Bonfire Fiber as they explore the exciting possibilities and challenges of bridging the digital divide. Discover how open-access models are reshaping the rural broadband landscape, leveling the playing field, and fostering community growth. The episode delves into the trust and accountability factors that drive successful collaborations, the economic benefits for municipalities and ISPs, and the role of reliable connectivity in attracting both residents and businesses to underserved areas. Tune in for an engaging conversation on the potential of fiber to connect communities and drive positive change. We have joining us: Bill Blackford - General Manager of Farmers Telephone/Farmers Telecommunications Josh Orlowitz - Director of Corporate Strategy at Bonfire Fiber Mike Edl - Vice President Operations at Bonfire Fiber Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/27918390

Community Connection: Broadband's Role in Equity, Education, & Economy 09/01/2023

Community Connection: Broadband's Role in Equity, Education, & Economy The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. This is a special episode of the Beer & Broadband Roundtable series, hosted during the highly anticipated Mountain Connect Event! The episode uncovers the shifts in public and private investments that are catalyzing change and paving the way for a digital revolution. From local coordination mandates to reimagining cityscapes, the podcast challenges listeners to think beyond the wires and envision the broader impact of a connected future. As our guests highlight the potential for innovation and societal growth, they emphasize the significance of collaboration in ensuring that no community is left behind. We have joining us: Scott D. Woods, ESQ - President, Public – Private Partnerships at Ready.net Megan Beresford - Director of Broadband Programs at Learn Design Apply, Inc Brian Hollister - CEO and CO-Founder of Bonfire Infrastructure Group Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/27918363

Connecting the Divide: Bridging the Gap in Broadband Access 09/01/2023

Connecting the Divide: Bridging the Gap in Broadband Access The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. This is a special episode of the Beer & Broadband Roundtable series, hosted during the highly anticipated Mountain Connect Event! Join us for an insightful discussion on the challenges and solutions surrounding the digital divide in the broadband space. In this episode of "Beer and Broadband," your host Nick brings together a diverse panel of experts from various corners of the industry. From fixed wireless to fiber, they explore the strategies, technologies, and collaborations required to ensure reliable and affordable broadband access for all. We have joining us: Matt Larsen - Owner at Vistabeam Internet Caroline Brown - Queen of Wi-Fi at SmartWAVE Technologies Zach Hubeck - Executive Vice President of Marketing at WAV, LLC Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/27918333

Breaking Tech Barriers: Empowering Women in Broadband 09/01/2023

Breaking Tech Barriers: Empowering Women in Broadband The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. This is a special episode of the Beer & Broadband Roundtable series, hosted during the highly anticipated Mountain Connect Event! In this episode of "Beer and Broadband," join Nick and his guests as they engage in a candid conversation about the underrepresentation of women in the technology and broadband industry. With insights from Lindsey, Jackie, and Kate, all relatively new to the field, they discuss their observations at a technology conference and the challenges women face in the industry. The dialogue covers various aspects, including fostering diversity, creating a more inclusive environment, and advocating for women's voices to be heard in the decision-making processes that shape the future of technology. Listen in to gain a deeper understanding of the steps needed to close the gender gap and empower women in technology for a more equitable future. Grab a beer and join the conversation on breaking down tech barriers and driving change. We have joining us: Lindsey Drago - Project Coordinator at Bonfire Infrastructure Group Jackie English - Product Manager at Bonfire Fiber Kate Brunk - Broadband Specialist at Learn Design Apply Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/27918264

The Sci-Fi Broadband Odyssey: When Fiction Fuels Connectivity 09/01/2023

The Sci-Fi Broadband Odyssey: When Fiction Fuels Connectivity The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. This is a special episode of the Beer & Broadband Roundtable series, hosted during the highly anticipated Mountain Connect Event! Step into the world of "The Sci-Fi Broadband Odyssey," where imagination and technology collide. Join host Nick, Kate, Megan, and Bill as they explore the fascinating intersection of science fiction and broadband technology. In this episode, the team delves into the predictions and inspirations of sci-fi that have become reality in the world of broadband. From AI and space travel to Quantum particle entanglement, they discuss the potential and challenges these futuristic concepts bring. Discover how sci-fi not only entertains but also shapes the future of broadband connectivity. Tune in and geek out on this captivating journey that bridges the gap between the fictional and the factual. We have joining us: Kate Brunk - Broadband Specialist at Learn Design Apply Megan Beresford - Director of Broadband Programs at Learn Design Apply Bill Blackford - General Manager Farmers Telephone/Farmers Telecommunication Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/27918042

How to get lit with the best broadband network for your community 06/27/2023

How to get lit with the best broadband network for your community The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling.  In this episode, we are discussing how to get and stay lit with the best broadband network for your community. We dive into everything from how do we assess the demand and need for a community broadband network in a specific area to how does the choice of technology in a community broadband network influence its performance and ultimately, end-user satisfaction. We have joining us: Dennis Pappas Director - Fiber Network at Nextlight Offir Schwartz Founder and CEO at Capcon Networks Brian Hollister CEO and Co-Founder at Bonfire Infrastructure Group Nick Dinsmoor Host of Beer and Broadband /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/27294144

Beer and Broadband goes international 03/21/2023

Beer and Broadband goes international Beer & Broadband is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling.  In this episode, our group of international panelists include: 🇿🇦 Steve Briggs, CEO of Isiwze from South Africa 🇨🇦 Brad Fisher, CRO of Distributel from Canada 🇸🇪 Isak Finér, CRO of COS Systems from Sweden 🇺🇸 Nick Dinsmoor, CMO of Bonfire from the United States /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/26296047

Diversity in the workplace 03/16/2023

Diversity in the workplace The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. In this diversity episode, we are discussing how diversity can affect someone in the workplace, ways to deal with it, and how we can do better in the future. We have joining us: Megan Beresford Director of Broadband Programs at Learn Design Apply, Inc. Fields Jackson Chief Diversity Officer at Bonfire Infrastructure Group Brian Hollister CEO and Co-Founder at Bonfire Infrastructure Group Nick Dinsmoor Host of Beer and Broadband Podcast /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/26253852

Women leaders in broadband 12/12/2022

Women leaders in broadband The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. In this special all-women episode, we are discussing women leaders in the broadband space – Talking about how women leaders impact the broadband evolution, Movement on the FCC, mapping, and new demands to the ISPs to competition. We have joining us: Megan Beresford Director of Broadband Programs at Learn Design Apply, Inc. Kimberly McKinley CMO at UTOPIA Fiber Ashley Poling Senior Sales Executive at COS Systems Jade Piros de Carvalho Director - Kansas Department of Commerce Christina Culver Co-Founder and Project Team Lead Co-Founder and Project Team Lead at Imagine Idaho /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/25300143

Oktoberfest and Broadband 10/26/2022

Oktoberfest and Broadband The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling.  In this special Oktoberfest episode, we are discussing Broadband expansion - what’s working vs. what’s not, Funding Fun vs. Funding Frustration, and Technology woes and wins We have joining us: Duke Horan, President - Bonfire Engineering and Construction Alex Soderquist, Field Operations Manager at Boingo Wireless Megan Beresford, Director of Broadband Programs at Learn Design Apply, Inc. Nick Dinsmoor, Host of Beer and Broadband Podcast /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/24801423

Data and Policy Impacts Broadband Expansion 08/09/2022

Data and Policy Impacts Broadband Expansion The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling.  In this podcast, we are discussing FCC, mapping, data, and policy shifts. We have joining us: Brian Hollister – CEO and Founder of Bonfire Engineering and Construction and SPARQ Open Fiber Drew Clark - Telecom Attorney, PLLC. CEO, Editor and Publisher, Broadband Breakfast Russ Elliott - Chief Executive Officer at Siskiyou Telephone Megan Beresford - Director of Broadband Programs at Learn Design Apply, Inc. Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband Podcast /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/24005796

Sharing knowledge between partners to close the digital divide 07/07/2022

Sharing knowledge between partners to close the digital divide The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling.  We have joining us: Brian Hollister - CEO Bonfire Dennis Pappas - Director of Fiber Network at NextLight Ian Carmichael - Product Marketing and Distribution Manager at NextLight Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband Podcast /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/23667998

Building equitable internet access with communities and governments 06/22/2022

Building equitable internet access with communities and governments The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. In this podcast, we are discussing uniting communities and municipalities to bring broadband to the unserved and underserved We have joining us: Brian Hollister - CEO Bonfire Jeffrey Gavlinski - CEO at Mountain Connect Sarah Bleau - Broadband Specialist at US Department of Commerce, NTIA Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband Podcast /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/23507951

Closing the digital divide through partnerships 06/20/2022

Closing the digital divide through partnerships The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. In this podcast, we discuss bringing broadband to your community and how Community members are more than statistics We have joining us: Megan Beresford, CMP - Director of Broadband Programs at Learn Design Apply, Inc. Scott D. Woods - Vice President Community Engagement & Strategic Partnerships at Ready.net Justin Roller - Executive Vice President of Strategy and Technology at Bonfire Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband Podcast /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/23483675

Engineering and Broadband Development 06/13/2022

Engineering and Broadband Development The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling.  In this podcast, we’re talking about Engineering and its importance to broadband development in the United States We have joining us: Bryson Ward - Vice President of Operations at Bonfire Ben Lewis-Ramirez - Project Manager at HR Green Nick Dinsmoor - Host of Beer and Broadband Podcast /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/23415833

Thankful for Broadband 11/29/2021

Thankful for Broadband The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a virtual discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas, or selling. /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/21312371

Episode 7: Monetizing the Pipe 04/09/2021

Episode 7: Monetizing the Pipe Understand how successful service providers are thinking about bringing more value to the home, where to invest and why now is the time for infrastructure builds. /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/18666434

Episode 6: Private and Public Partnerships 02/09/2021

Episode 6: Private and Public Partnerships The Beer & Broadband Roundtable series is a virtual discussion series bringing together leaders in the broadband and infrastructure space to share their thoughts without egos, agendas or selling. /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/17885417

Episode 5: Education 11/21/2020

Episode 5: Education How has education changed in the wake of Covid-19 & what does that mean for broadband? /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/16896044

Episode 4: Open Access 10/17/2020

Episode 4: Open Access The term "Open Access" has different meanings to different people, and we're breaking down those meanings today. /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/16441694

Episode 3: Broadband Funding 10/17/2020

Episode 3: Broadband Funding This episode focuses on grant broadband funding, including grants and how to access them. /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/16441586

Episode 2: Telehealth 10/17/2020

Episode 2: Telehealth TeleHealth is changing the face of medicine and Broadband is the catalyst for this change - why? /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/16441505

Episode 1: Working in a Pandemic 10/17/2020

Episode 1: Working in a Pandemic How do you keep moving forward in the midst of a pandemic and how do you keep your team motivated and healthy? /episode/index/show/beerandbroadband/id/16440839

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