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Recorded live at the NTCA's 2025 R-TIME Conference in San Antonio, this episode of The Broadband Bunch features a conversation between host Brad Hine and Roxie Jorgenson—Chair of the NTCA Board of Directors and owner of Roxberry LLC. Roxie shares the latest from NTCA's new strategic plan, covering universal service funding, BEAD rollout challenges, and the critical need for workforce development in rural America. Drawing from her 25+ years in leadership and her work with Roxbury LLC, she explains how broken relationships—within organizations and with customers—often hold companies back from growth. Her programs like the Client Loyalty Accelerator™ and Trust-to-Profit™ system offer actionable strategies to reduce attrition, align teams, and turn relationships into long-term revenue.

Former president of the NT Cattlemen's Association (NTCA) and a legend of the north's beef industry, David Warriner, has died aged 59.

In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine welcomes Elizabeth Brown, Marketing Manager at PTCI, and Brandon Johnson, VP of Sales at GOCare, for a discussion on how rural broadband providers are transforming the customer experience through digital communication tools, integration strategies, and real-time support. Elizabeth shares how PTCI's “Year of the Customer” initiative evolved into a long-term commitment to service excellence—driven by esports events, smart agriculture solutions, AI-powered coaching tools, and a focus on meeting customers where they are, especially in Oklahoma's rural communities. Brandon explains how GOCare's unified communication platform empowers service providers by integrating chat, SMS, social, and backend systems into a single interface, dramatically improving customer engagement and responsiveness. From rural innovation and AI call coaching to the future of NTCA's marketing mission, this episode offers a thoughtful look into how small-town ISPs are leading big changes in broadband service delivery.

In this episode, Brad Hine chats with Barry Walton of Corning—a 40-year broadband veteran—about tackling rural deployment challenges, workforce development, and how Corning is helping connect the unconnected. From stories in the field to insights on permitting, edge data centers, and scalable solutions, this conversation is packed with wisdom and future-focused strategies. Recorded live at NTCA's 2025 RTIME Conference in San Antonio.

"We're going back to court, we're bringing all guns blazing, and will take you for every cent we can".

Concerns about trains hitting NT cattle. Country Hour heads along to the famous NTCA ladies lunch.

New Top End farm has ambitious plans to become major egg supplier for the Territory. Romy Carey named the NTCA's new chief executive officer.  

The NT Cattlemen's Association (NTCA) has announced Romy Carey as its new chief executive officer.

Welcome back to the Tahoe TAP, everyone! Your hosts, Mike Peron and Rob Galloway, are back in action, ready to bring you another fresh episode packed with all things Tahoe—the latest news, epic adventures, and the incredible people who make this place special. In this episode, we sit down with Tony Karwowski, President and CEO of the North Tahoe Community Alliance (NTCA). A 20-year resident of the North Lake Tahoe region, Tony was the Director of Base Area Operations at Northstar California Resort for 14 years. He served on both the Truckee North Tahoe Transportation Management Association (TNT/TMA) board and the NLTRA's Capital Infrastructure and Transportation committees, and was involved in employee housing while at Northstar. Tony is responsible for leading the organization as it fosters a thriving local community and encourages responsible travel along with environmental stewardship.

NT cattle producers have travelled to San Antonio, Texas, for the largest cattle industry event in the United States.

This week: Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association, joins to discuss legal uncertainty around the Universal Service Fund (USF), and why preserving USF programs is crucial for rural providers and families. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Federal programs are helping bridge the digital divide, but what then? Maintaining, sustaining and keeping networks affordable is the next objective, says Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association. In this episode of All Day Digital, Bloomfield shares NTCA's creative approaches to current rural broadband challenges.

00:00 Brought to You By Quantra00:23 Intro00:33 $1 Million OSHA Fine Tied to Silicosis03:18 Jeremy Sax New NTCA Deputy Director04:51 A Word from Quantra06:04 Washington State Imposes $300K-plus Sliica Fine07:18 California Hits 9 Shops With Silica-related Fines08:47 Online Poker Charity Tourney for Stone Charities11:23 U.S., U.K. Fabricators Form Strategic Partnership13:01 Online Signup Opens for KBIS 202514:05 Vadara Signs Up East-Coast Distributors15:12 Princeton Chemical Hires Ruth for Customer Service16:06 Outro16:36 Brought to You By QuantraRadio Stone Update is presented on the second and fourth Wednesdays every month at 9 a.m. everywhere on Earth with the latest news and insights in hard surfaces. Check our archives at www.radiostoneupdate.com.

Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and even lowly podcasts are flush with options, opportunities, and opinions of how you should be installing porcelain panels or what tools you should buy with your money. How do you find the right fit to fill your needs on the job? What are the critical tools you absolutely need to buy to be effective with porcelain slabs? For Beno J. Gundlach's John Roberts, knowing the industry was about to change meant he needed to find ways for his 40-some years of experience to be best used for those coming up in the ranks. As a CTEF evaluator for CTI tests, and someone I have personally known for many years, we thought it would be a unique conversation to see how the trainers and tooling companies have adjusted as the popularity of porcelain slabs has sky rocketed the last few years. What changes in tools are coming, what has he seen in the earlier trainings from the NTCA, and what does he hope installers learn before jumping onto their first job? Give a listen to John as we go through the industry at large.

Bart Bettiga, the Executive Director of the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), joins us to discuss NTCA's mission to promote the use of high-quality products sold by trained distributors and installed by skilled contractors, helping drive an increased consumption of tile and stone in the market. We explore the association's commitment to improving the tile trade through education, training, and setting industry standards. Bart highlights the various training opportunities NTCA offers, such as in-person workshops and online NTCA University courses, aiming to enhance professional skills in ceramic tile installation and allied products.Follow National Tile Contractors Association on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

The federal government is phasing out the live sheep trade, but says it supports the live cattle trade. Does the NT Cattlemen's Association trust Federal Labor?

U.S. tile producers want unfair-trade tariffs on imports of ceramic tile from India; Elizabeth Lambert is NTCA's Tile Person of the Year; Coverings Honors Tenth Anniversary Rock Stars.00:18 Intro00:28 U.S. Tile Producers Seek Unfair-Trade Tariffs on India03:17 Elizabeth Lambert is NTCA Tile Person of the Year04:33 A Word from TAB Quartz05:43 Coverings Honors 10th Class of Rock Stars06:59 Hardscape North Americs 2024 Registration Opens08:54 "Stone Takes the Stage" at 2024 Marmomac10:14 Xiamen Stone Fair Draws 151,000+11:52 OutroThis podcast is underwritted by TAB Quartz.Radio Stone Update is presented on the first and third Wednesdays every month at 9 a.m. everywhere on Earth with the latest news and insights in hard surfaces. Check our archives at www.radiostoneupdate.com.

In an effort to move beyond features like speed, CL Tel has begun discussing its broadband based on what their service can do for specific customer profiles of personas like gamers, remote workers and families.Special: Recorded LIVE at NTCA

In this episode, Josh Seidemann of the NTCA joins me to talk about the state of broadband in rural areas and how independent ISPs act as technology leaders for their neighbors and their communities. 

I can't find reliable help. How do I write a job description to attract people? How are you all finding employees? Everyone keeps quitting on me. What kind of SOPs do you all have in place? These questions and statements are some that I consistently see week after week in online flooring groups. One of the biggest issues small companies face are exactly these. Attracting and retaining good team members is a constant struggle even for the largest businesses, but there are ways to make it easier.Sam Bruce is the current President of Visalia Ceramic tile and a 3rd generation partner. Started by his grandma and grandpa Martino in 1985, the company has grown to employee over 30 certified tile installers, be a 5 star contractor under the NTCA, and be locally and nationally recognized for their brand and projects. A key part to their success and being able to have so many CTI's is that there is not only a clear hiring process but also a consistent training program that all tile finisher employees must complete. It wasn't built overnight and it didn't come easy but Visalia Ceramic tile also knew they did not need to reinvent the wheel.Listen in to this week's episode of the Floor Academy podcast as Sam and I discuss how they recruit new team members, successfully train them for everyone's long term success, and then retain them through clear advancement goals.Check out our sponsorsJohns ManvilleThe International Surfaces EventKronus SoftCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

President of the NT Cattlemen's Association, David Connolly, said the counter offer had been made "begrudgingly" and "on behalf of an industry that wants to get this over and done with".

Speaking at NTCA's RTIME event, two respected leaders of long-established broadband operators, call for the enforcement against providers that make false claims before the FCC. They contend that these claims threaten to take money away from communities lacking broadband. They also point out that the low-density nature of rural areas means the sustainability of ongoing operations is a challenge. Along those lines, they propose an approach for restructuring the contribution aspects of the Universal Service Fund.

In this episode, we are joined by Josh Seideman, Vice President of Policy and Industry Innovation at the NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association. With a focus on bridging the digital divide, Josh advocates for over 850 independent and community-based broadband companies. His expertise and commitment have made him a leading voice in the effort to bridge the connectivity gap, ensuring that even remote and underserved areas have access to essential services and opportunities in the digital age. In this wide-ranging conversation, we cover several topics including cybersecurity, ag-tech, and telehealth. Click now to listen. Also, subscribe to the Broadband Bunch on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. https://www.ntca.org

Shirley Bloomfield discusses how members of NTCA bring broadband to rural parts of the United States. The fiber networks they are providing form the basis of gigabit ecosystems that are the foundations of what NTCA calls Smart Rural Communities.

We had the opportunity to chat with Kathryn de Wit at the recently held SRC Live! event hosted by the NTCA. Our discussion revolved around a wide range of topics concerning broadband and funding. Kathryn and the Pew Charitable Trusts consistently stand out as a valuable and reliable source for policy insights. Click now to listen. Also, subscribe to the Broadband Bunch on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/projects/broadband-access-initiative

This week's Open Mic guest is Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association. Despite the work of several government agencies and billions of dollars of taxpayer dollars invested, there is still a significant number of Americans without broadband or adequate bandwidth to support effective service. Bloomfield says hundreds of for profit and non-profit companies are working to close the digital divide, but there are numerous terrain challenges as well as regulatory headwinds from Washington that stand in the way of providing service to rural areas. Bloomfield comments on the USDA's ReConnect program and other supports from Washington that are helping to bring service to rural America.

Joining us on this week's episode of Coffee with Closers is Shirley Bloomfield, the CEO of NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association, which represents approximately 850 independent, community based telecommunications companies across the country through advocacy, education and training.With $42 billion having been allocated to expand high-speed internet access across the U.S, she explains why this historic funding provides a unique opportunity to help connect more Americans, especially in rural parts of the country, but only if the job is done right.   She also discusses some of the hurdles that still stand in the way of achieving “Internet for All” and what steps policymakers and industry stakeholders can take to help remove them. 

Angie Halford Re is founder and owner of award-winning Unique Mosaics, LLC, a Global, and Nationally recognized custom mosaic tile artwork studio located in South Salt Lake, UT. Her 22 years of experience in tile and design makes her a thought leader, and top consultant in the U.S. with designers, tile contractors, builders, and architects in custom mosaic designs and installations for the most demanding, intricate projects across the country. Her achievements and clients include: - 2021 two time CID award winner for special recognition- mosaics - Coverings Global Tile & Stone Featured Exhibits - NTCA national publication Tileletter “Women of Tile” Spotlight & numerous features - National Art Galleries Exhibitions & Displays across the U.S. - Commissioned work by numerous NTCA 5 Star Contractors, and NTCA members, and others on demanding special projects across the US - Featured numerous times by Ardex Americas and artwork on permanent display at U.S. Headquarters Angie has a strong formal education and training background with college coursework and training in Advertising and Graphic design, as well as Business Administration and Entrepreneurial Studies. Angie has philanthropic efforts, and shows her passion with popular custom mosaic artwork classes, by teaching her students and creating custom curriculum at Western Art Glass, in South South Lake, Utah. Angie is a new board member for Canvas 4 a Cause in Utah, and a new member of South Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce Women in Business. She is also teaching night classes (mosaic art) at University of Utah. Her expert knowledge of installation, where her company's capacity to self perform custom mosaic installations, also makes her an excellent installation liaison. Her clientele trusts and respects their custom orders to ensure a long lasting, productive relationships with this installation consulting, paired with the highest quality mosaic products. Angie's knowledge of period specific tile, make her the go-to nationwide for historical restoration projects and renovations in many of the country's historical districts and stringent architectural review committees. Her continuous ability to procure, design, create, and build custom mosaic tile artwork, makes her the authority in our trade. Her quality and attention to detail remains unmatched, and her experience rivals the largest manufacturers, with a competitive advantage in the tile installer community with her in-depth technical expertise and decades of experience.

Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA, talks about how to make rural America thrive.

The Nice Podcast is brought to you by Futureforth.com. We teach leaders to improve employee retention, communication, and culture with the Nice Method™. Shirley Bloomfield is the CEO of NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association, and a huge fan of collaboration, partnerships, and getting broadband to all Americans. What we talked about... What is the NTCA? Eight-hundred and fifty community-based providers who bring essential services across the country. NTCA members are small businesses that serve from 1,000 to 100,000 people. Shirley is the “Master Dot Connector.”  To run an association for so many people, she has created special interest groups (SIGs) to serve them.  Approximately 17 M - 33 M Americans still do not have broadband access. However, they are changing this with help from the White House's Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal. Infrastructure Week finally included broadband thanks to the NTCA and the pandemic proving Americans' need for adequate broadband. Leading and communicating with transparency and humor using the NTCA blog's “Thoughts From Shirley.” Employee retention is greatly improved when teams are mission based. The White House Talent Pipeline Challenge. NTCA programs help rural employers retain talent by providing benefits.  The power of mentorship.  A Chief Storyteller.  Dave's Nice Method Presentation Skills workshop he delivered for NTCA. Get in touch. sbloomfield@ntca.org We ❤️ Our Listeners. Please follow the show and leave a review wherever you subscribe to podcasts. Reviews and sharing the show are the nicest ways to support the podcast and are deeply appreciated. Thank you.

In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, we are joined by Claire Andonov, a leading telecommunications attorney with Herman & Whiteaker. In addition to her role as a Principal at Herman & Whiteaker, Claire is dedicated to helping rural broadband vendors stay informed of the latest rules and regulations in the industry through her work with the NTCA. Claire leads the charge representing associate members by chairing, the Associate Member Advisory Council or AMAC which provides valuable insights, education, and tailored programs that keep members up to date with the latest trends and insights in the telecommunications industry. Click now to listen. Also, subscribe to the Broadband Bunch on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.

A lot to celebrate last week with Floriculture advancing to state, choir UIL and Indoor Drumline claiming an NTCA championship!

Podcasts recorded live at StoryConnect are sponsored by Meridian Cooperative. After receiving NTCA's Smart Rural Community designation, LightStream co-branded it with their own brand everywhere to underscore the value of their service.Recorded LIVE at StoryConnect 2023.

Bart Bettiga Discusses the NTCA's Focus on Installation and Diversity by Floor Focus Magazine

Innovative System's latest study into the habits of rural consumers found that local channels are increasingly important when it comes to video. But for the first time, reliability was a greater priority than price in regard to broadband service.Recorded LIVE at NTCA's RTIME.

Barely two months into 2023, India has lost 37 tigers. On 26 February, the deaths of three tigers in Maharashtra, Kerala and Uttarakhand were recorded by the NTCA.

While many Americans take broadband access for granted, in certain predominantly rural areas broadband access remains limited. In addition to private funding, federal and state efforts have spent billions of dollars to address this problem over the years with varying degrees of effectiveness, and there are billions in funding currently flowing out for more broadband projects as a result of pandemic-era funding bills. Most recently, the Infrastructure bill has provided another $42 billion in funding on top of the existing efforts—but will this close the gap once and for all or will we look back at this as a case of opportunity (and funds) lost? Should the country prioritize speed and low cost or taking the time to get every American connected to fiber? With a range of important viewpoints represented, this panel will discuss the largest federal effort to promote broadband connectivity.Featuring:Ms. Shirley Bloomfield, Chief Executive Officer, NTCA–The Rural Broadband AssociationMr. Veneeth Iyengar, Louisiana State Executive Director for Broadband Development and Connectivity, ConnectLA; Chairman of the Board, Innovation CatalystHon. Michael O’Rielly, President, MPORielly Consulting Inc.; Former Commissioner, Federal Communications CommissionModerator: Hon. Jeffrey S. Sutton, Chief Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit

A study shows a continued slowdown in the U.S. kitchen-and-bath market; TISE looking for start-up companies to promote at 2023 event; NTCA salutes tilesetters of the year.0:34U.S. Kitchen/Bath Market Continues to Cool 3:53NTCA Tilesetter Craftspersons of the Year 5:32TISE Looking to Boost Startups During 2023 Show 6:47A Word From Quantra 7:59September 2022 U.S. Hard-Surface Imports Down 9:33MSI's Shahs Honored by Resolution Project 11:21Caesarstone Donates Slabs to Georgia Schools 12:18Kaeser Compressors Raises Funds for Breast Cancer Research 00:13:02MSI Named Fast-Grower in Orange County CA

In This Episode:0:33Marmomac 2022 Draws 47,0002:16Cersaie 2022 Close to Pre-Pandemic Attendance3:08NTCA Holding Porcelain-Panel Training in Western U.S.5:25Diamant Boart Changing Branding to Husqvarna6:17U.S. Stone Industries Certified for Sustainability8:13Xiamen 2022 Show Shows 5% Growth9:03Louisville Tile Acquires Mid America Tile9:43BB Industries Adds Utah Warehouse Supervisor

I had a great time interviewing Joshua Nordstrom. We discussed how his life changed since "The Kraken" put him on the map nearly 4 years ago. He got involved with the industry, met a long-lost brother from another mother, and started collaborating with the NTCA. This was a very inspirational conversation I know you all will enjoy and benefit from! If you have not heard Josh's first interview you can do that here, https://anchor.fm/luke190/episodes/The-business-of-Mosaic-Tile-Art-with-Joshua-Nordstrom-e3ilj4 You can listen to the "Mosaic Money" Podcast here, https://anchor.fm/luke190/episodes/Mosaic-Money--Roundtable-Discussion-148-evn1a4 You can watch the Artisan Roundtables here, https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=ntca+artisan You can join the Artisans Guild here, https://www.facebook.com/groups/tiletradeartisansguild

NTCA's Smart Rural Community Designation can be a powerful tool to help differentiate your telco — if you leverage it properly.

 Dirk Sullivan is no stranger to creativity. From being a touring musician to running the only NTCA 5 Star Contractor business in Oregon, he knows how to make the clients happy with design. How is he able to sell what most think is a commodity? What lessons did he learn from his music career that carried over in to tile? How does one even gain the confidence to know what they are creating is worth more than what the market wants to price it at? Listen in to find out how Dirk Sullivan has capitalized on his creativity and isn't about to give it away now.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorsThe International Surfaces EventJohns ManvilleCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

With billions of dollars allocated to broadband funding in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the future of the FCC’s Universal Service Fund (USF) is a hotly debated topic. Now, with multiple lawsuits challenging the very legality of the USF contribution system, as well as new guidance from the Supreme Court on the limits of federal agencies’ power, the future of the Fund hangs in the balance. Join industry experts to discuss the issues raised in Consumers’ Research v. FCC and where the lawsuits stand in the aftermath of West Virginia v. EPA.Featuring:Robert Frieden, Emeritus Professor of Telecommunications and Law, Penn State UniversityHarold Furchtgott-Roth, Senior Fellow and Director, Center for the Economics of the Internet, Hudson InstituteMichael Romano, Sr. VP of Industry Affairs and Business Development, NTCA – The Rural Broadband AssociationModerator: Arielle Roth, Legislative Counsel, U.S. Senator Roy Blunt---To register, please click the link above

The Broadband Bunch is on the road. In this episode, we speak with Shirley Bloomfield the CEO of NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association. SRC Live! is an interactive summit for rural fiber broadband providers, local government, community and industry leaders to identify best practices aimed at improving rural viability and prosperity. Click now to listen. Also, be sure to subscribe to the Broadband Bunch on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode! https://www.ntca.org

Are trade organizations outdated or do they just suffer from keeping up with the times and not being able to evolve fast enough? Follow along with the multipart series as I interview different age groups and sectors of the industry to dig in and answer the above posed question.Need new headphones for working and listening to Floor Academy? Check out ISOTunes using the link below. Amazing Bluetooth headphones that are OSHA certified. http://bit.ly/2P5A9pRCheck out our sponsorThe International Surfaces EventCheck out our website and storeSupport the show

This week's Open Mic guest is Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association. Washington has directed a large sum of funds to close the digital divide between urban and rural residents and adequate broadband coverage, but there's no single agency working to coordinate efforts across the government. Bloomfield reports progress in many areas, but a process of red tape that sometimes stands in the way of major accomplishments toward expanded coverage. Labor and supply chain issues are also providing obstacles to expanded coverage in many areas of the country. Managing the expectations of the underserved remains a challenge for the industry.

The Xiamen Stone Fair in China will delay its opening from mid-March to early May. Also, MSI breaks ground on a new facility in the Kansas City area; and the National Tile Contractors Association will share its van life at TISE.0:34Xiamen 2022 Show Delayed Until May2:05MSI Building New Kansas City Area Facility3:38U.S. Hard-Surface Imports Up and Down in November  6:15NTCA to Show Van Training at TISE 8:02Natural Stone Institute Scholarships 2022 9:36IPS Adhesives Builds Exec Team 10:41Evan Cohen on Natural Stone Institute Exec Board  11:24Dal-Tile in Mohawk ESG Report

Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA – The Rural Broadband Association, joins the podcast to discuss the challenges facing rural providers when it comes to network deployment and upkeep, and how federal funds from the Biden administration's infrastructure law can best be spent to close the digital divide in the most-underserved areas of the country.Sign up today for the Light Reading newsletter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this TR/∂T (of the moment) episode, we're joined by Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA, The Rural Broadband Association, to discuss how problems in the supply chain are affecting efforts to build communications networks and to close the divide between who has reliable connectivity and who doesn't.