The Premier Technical Showcase in the Northeast

October 7 & 8, 2026

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN 


Location Information

  • Turning Stone Resort Casino
  • 5218 Patrick Rd, Verona, NY, 13478 US
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ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

This two-day conference focuses on advancing rural broadband access, infrastructure, and innovation. Held at Turning Stone  Resort Casino in Verona, New York, with integrated event spaces), the event will feature keynote speakers, interactive sessions, and a dedicated vendor exhibit hall where providers can explore goods and services from leading vendors in fiber optics, wireless solutions, network equipment, funding consultants, and more.

Attendees include ILEC/CLEC/Broadband providers, vendors and engineers/IT professionals. All sessions are designed for 45-minute discussions unless noted otherwise, allowing time for Q&A and engagement.

Exhibit Hall: Open throughout both days for vendor booths (e.g., showcasing their goods and services).

Amenities: Complimentary Wi-Fi, casino gaming access post-sessions, and on-site dining.

Dress Code: Business casual.

The full conference registration option gives you full access to all exhibits, and the ability to purchase a booth. This also includes workshops, welcome reception, breakfast, and lunch.

AGENDA  (subject to change)

AGENDA SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Conference Overview This two-day conference focuses on advancing rural broadband access, infrastructure, and innovation. Held at Turning Stone Casino in Verona, New York, with integrated event spaces), the event will feature keynote speakers, interactive sessions, and a dedicated vendor exhibit hall where providers can explore goods and services from leading vendors in fiber optics, wireless solutions, network equipment, funding consultants, and more.

Attendees include ILEC/CLEC/Broadband providers, vendors and engineers/IT professionals. All sessions are designed for 45-minute discussions unless noted otherwise, allowing time for Q&A and engagement.

Exhibit Hall: Open throughout both days for vendor booths (e.g., showcasing their goods and services).

Amenities: Complimentary Wi-Fi, casino gaming access post-sessions, and on-site dining.

Dress Code: Business casual.

 

TUESDAY, October 6, 2026

WESTERN GOLF INVITATIONAL

TURNING STONE CASINO

SHENANDOAH GOLF COURSE

CONTACT:  Paul Griswold (email: Paul Griswold <[email protected]>

  

WEDNESDAY, October 7, 2026

 7:30AM                       Registration Opens

 7:30AM-8:30AM        Network Breakfast with Exhibitors

 8:30AM-8:45AM        Welcome and Introductions

 8:45AM-9:00AM        Keynote Speaker, Gary Bolton-Fiber Broadband Association

  9:00AM      Safety--What Can Kill You and How to Protect Workers

Henkels and McCoy—Mark Weit

Linemen Supply—Jake Green

Buckingham

 10:00AM     Panel Discussion-- Building Networks and Where are We Going?  Datacenters and other futuristic uses of our networks.

Bob Whitman, Corning Inc.

Gary Bolton, Fiber Broadband Association

Professor Lee W. McKnight, Syracuse University

New York Assemblyman Phil Palmesano

11:00AM to 1:30PM   Exhibits OPEN with Lunch

1:30PM-2:30PM         “AI-Driven Predictive Maintenance and AI Future Applications”

Innovative Systems--Glenn Paul

Adtran—Greg Luhman

 2:30PM-3:15PM         Coffee Break--Networking with Exhibitors

 3:15PM-5:30PM         EXHIBITS Open with Networking Reception

 DINNER ON YOUR OWN

  THURSDAY, October 8, 2026

 8:00AM-9:00AM        NETS Breakfast Buffet and Networking

 9:00AM-9:45AM        Educational Session

Municipal Networks Update-Challenges and Successes

STN, Southern Tier Network--Jeff Gasper, CEO

Village of Sherburne--Travis DuBois, Superintendent Village of Sherburne Electric Department

Dryden, Dave Makar, Executive Director--Dryden Fiber, service Towns of Dryden and Caroline, NY

Erie County--Melissa Hartman, ErieNET

 

10:00AM-11:00AM    Educational Session

"Emerging Technologies: 5G, Satellite, and Fixed Wireless for Rural Coverage"

Jim McCarthy – Northland Communication

Chris Brooks-GoNetSpeed

Jason Guzzo-Hudson Valley Wireless

Kevin Lynch-SLIC

RedRock, BB over Electric Utility Infrastructure

 

11:15AM-Noon        Poles---How to Negotiate/Update Pole Agreements for Fair Rates/Terms/Conditions

Christopher Huther—Partner, Wiley Law

Claire Evans, Partner—Partner, Wiley Law

                                          Claire Evans, Partner—Wiley Law 

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Sponsors are encouraged to apply by July 31st to ensure priority booth location and inclusion in all marketing materials and to maximize the value of their investment.

LODGING INFORMATION


Attendees may make room reservations by calling Turning Stone’s toll free number 1-800-771-7711 by Tuesday, September 15, 2026. To ensure attendees receive the group rate, attendees should identify themselves as with the room block (NETS). All individual reservations will require a one night’s room deposit (including applicable taxes) or valid credit card to guarantee the reservation. Turning Stone accepts major credit cards and advance deposits equal to the first night’s rate. Individuals may cancel their room reservations up to 48 hours prior to arrival. Cancellations made after this time will result in a forfeiture of the deposit (including applicable taxes).

RATES:

Brook $229.00

Tower $279.00

Crescent $299.00

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No refunds for show cancellations after September 7th, prior to that date a 50% refund may be requested.

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