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As the year comes to a close, WIA would like to wish our members and fellow professionals in the wireless industry a safe and happy holiday season. Once again, our industry has persevered during the past 12 months and as we look forward with hope for the new year, we also reflect on the milestones and industry achievements of 2021. This week, we bring you part two of a look back at the top WIA content from the past year. Our regular publication will resume Thursday, Jan. 6. All the best to you from WIA! |
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The 117th Congressional Smart Cities Caucus is built on the four pillars of mobility, connectivity, sustainability and workforce. Each one of these pillars must be a central piece in the smart revolution as communities try to harness smart technology to improve life for their residents. Read More
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After a successful lobbying effort, WIA is pleased to report that the Senate included wireless for funding eligibility in its landmark infrastructure bill. By a bipartisan vote of 69-30, the Senate-approved bill will provide $65 billion for broadband deployment and access. Read More
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In a new report commissioned by WIA, Tilson analyzes all U.S. state preparations to implement unprecedented broadband infrastructure funding, finding vastly differing levels of readiness and widely varying approaches. Read More
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The wireless industry, by its nature, is characterized by innovation and a spirit of outside-the-box thinking. The industry is full of examples of all kinds of people identifying a challenge and solving it with creativity, smarts and perseverance. Read More
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At the beginning of 2021, thought leaders from WIA and HetNet Forum members reflected on how the events of 2020 shaped the wireless industry and what they expected in the year to come. Read More
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WIA wrapped up its 2021 Connect (X) show in Orlando after three days packed with informative keynotes and sessions, exciting exhibits and plenty of opportunities for networking. Read More
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Mentorships and engagement will be key focuses for the Women’s Wireless Leadership Forum (WWLF) during the next two years under the direction of newly elected WWLF President Amanda Cahill. Read More
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WIA joined Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted to announce its partnership with Youngstown State University and Ashland University to launch a groundbreaking telecom training program. Read More
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Making a major career move in the middle of a global pandemic is not for the faint of heart. But that’s exactly what telecom attorney Scott Thompson decided to do last July. Read More
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The Department of Labor approved the Small Cell Technician as a nationally recognized occupation through WIA’s Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program (TIRAP). Read More
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Upcoming Events
| | • | Mobile World Congress, February 28-March 3, Barcelona | • | South Wireless Summit, March 28-30, Nashville | • | Wireless West, April 26-28, 2022, San Diego | • | Connect (X), May 23-26, 2022, Denver | | | Training & Education Center
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