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Mountain Connect Event: May 22-24 In Keystone, CO
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The 2017 Mountain Connect Broadband Development Conference is set for May 22-24 at the Keystone Resort & Conference Center in Colorado. This year’s theme is Building Sustainable Communities through Smart Networks and you can now register online.
Some of the topics to be discussed at the conference:
- Navigating Rights of Way and Pole Attachment Agreements
- Intelligent Transportation Systems
- Wireless Considerations
- Smart Utilities
- Evolution and Impact of Over the Top Content
- Digital Government Services
- How can we Partner with our Incumbent Providers
- Navigating Financing Options
The agenda is still being developed but we know that Christopher is planning on attending, either moderating or participating on one or several panels. We'll report back when we know more about who is speaking. Until then, check the event website for more.
Attendees who sign up early can get special pricing, so planning now can help you save.
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