Join the event for next era end-to-end broadband connectivity.
At a time of change in the federal, state and local political and funding landscapes, it has never been more important to get together and find new and creative ways to continue the drive towards universal coverage in the United States. Where uncertainty and change appear, so does opportunity. Private funding for rural broadband has become an interesting proposition with increased M&A activity and increasing returns.
At Broadband Nation Expo, investors, infrastructure funds, and private equity professionals gain exclusive insight into the evolving landscape of U.S. broadband and meet the founders, operators, and innovators driving it forward.
Top Reasons the Private Equity and Investment Community Should Attend Broadband Nation Expo
- Explore a $100B+ Market Opportunity: With funding flowing from BEAD and state programs, the U.S. broadband market is booming. Learn how capital is being allocated, who’s deploying it, and where the next wave of opportunity lies.
- Meet Investment-Ready Startups & Growth-Stage Operators: From fiber buildout firms and FWA providers to last-mile ISPs, hardware innovators, and SaaS platforms powering smart networks—Broadband Nation Expo brings the deal pipeline directly to you.
- Understand the Regulatory & Risk Landscape: Get direct insights from NTIA, FCC, and state broadband offices on timelines, compliance issues, and how public capital is blending with private investments to de-risk deployments.
- Network with Decision-Makers: Connect with State broadband directors, Municipal broadband leaders, Telecom CEOs & CTOs, Founders of connectivity startups, Infrastructure & engineering firms
- Discover Trends Before They Go Mainstream: Stay ahead on The rise of open-access networks, Satellite vs. fiber economics, Rural and tribal market scalability, Smart city and IoT network funding, and Sustainability and ESG-driven investments in broadband
Who Should Attend from the Investment Community
- Venture Capital Firms focused on telecom, energy, or infrastructure
- Private Equity Funds with portfolio expansion into connectivity
- Infrastructure Funds & Pension Funds seeking long-term stable returns
- Angel Investors scouting early-stage smart tech & broadband startups
- Corporate VCs from telecom, hardware, or smart cities verticals
- LPs looking for emerging market insight and deal access
Featured Sessions for Investors
Access. Affordability. Funding.
Join the ultimate event for Broadband & Beyond – The Next Era of End-to-End Connectivity happening November 18-20, 2026 in New Orleans, LA.