Join the Nation’s Voice for Local Choice
Attend the Southeastern Public Broadband Conference!

Impact in Action flips the script on traditional broadband events.

Instead of dwelling on barriers, this conference celebrates solutions, the co-ops, utilities, cities, and partners that are building successful public broadband networks across the Southeast.

Attendees will experience two days of collaborative learning, peer-to-peer insight, and interactive storytelling, surrounded by a successful example of municipal broadband: EPB of Chattanooga.

This is not another panel conference, it’s a curated exchange between builders and solution partners. Every element is designed to inspire replication, forge partnerships, and highlight measurable wins in digital equity, connectivity, and community growth.

Event Details

Mac Avenue Event Space | 1304 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404

Cost to Attend

Early Bird Rates (through April 30, 2026)

AAPB Members: $100
Non-members: $150

Regular Rates (May 1 - June 11, 2026)

AAPB Members: $150
Non-members: $200

Non-Profit/Government/Press: Free

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What to Expect
More details to be announced in the coming weeks.

Day 1: Impact in Action Kickoff — “Building Together”
Celebrating Success and Setting the Stage

3:00 – 3:15 PM | Welcome & Kickoff

4:00 - 4:30 PM | Fireside Chat w/ Keynote Speaker

4:30 – 5:30 PM | Lightning Talks – “Five Stories of Success”

5:30 – 7:30 PM | Impact in Action Gallery Opens, Reception in the Gallery (Social Hour)

Day 2: Scaling Success — “From Action to Replication”
The Tools and Partners Behind the Build

8:00 – 8:30 AM | Networking Breakfast

8:30 AM – 8:45 AM | Welcome

8:55 AM – 12:05 PM | Foundational Roundtables (Community-Led)

Table Topics:

Assessing Readiness & Local Authority
Planning and Partnerships
Funding & Financing
Design, Ownership, & Operations Models
Adoption & Long-Term Sustainability

12:05 – 1:05 PM | Lunch Break + Networking

1:05 – 1:15 PM | Readouts from Foundational Roundtables

1:15 – 3:30 PM | Industry & Associate Roundtables (Solution-Focused)

Table Topics:

Designing Networks for the Future
Connecting the Dots: Data, Mapping, and Subscriber Tools
Maximizing Middle Mile for Minimum Cost
Customer Experience and Take-Rate Growth
AI and Automation in Public Broadband Operations

3:30 - 4:00 PM | Readouts from Solutions-Oriented Roundtables

4:00 – 5:15 PM | Town Hall and Q&A

Housekeeping and Event Details

Nearest Airport: Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)

Vehicle Rentals
At Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport in there are 8 companies offering vehicles to rent. More information available here.

Rental Agency	Reservations	Company Websites
Alamo Car Rental	844-366-8845	www.Alamo.com
Avis Rental Car	423-855-2232	www.Avis.com
Budget Rent-A-Car	423-855-2232	www.Budget.com
Dollar Car Rental	423-498-5808	hwww.dollar.com
Enterprise Rent-A-Car	833-886-0852	www.Enterprise.com
Hertz Car Rental	423-499-5081	www.Hertz.com
National Car Rental	844-806-3350	www.NationalCar.com
Thrifty Car Rental	423-498-5808	www.thrifty.com

Attend the 2026 AAPB Southeastern Conference

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Attend the 2026 AAPB Southeastern Conference

Impact in Action: The Southeastern Public Broadband Success Conference