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SPRING 2014 SPEAKER PROPOSALS
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MEMBER NEWS
For more information about submitting member company news, please contact Gail Norris.
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FCC DEADLINES
October 31
November 5
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TOP OF THE NEWS
COMPTEL Member Iannuzzi from TelNet Worldwide Testifies before House on Evolution of Wired Networks
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Video of House Subcommittee Hearing on "The Evolution of Wired Communications Networks"
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On October 23, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology hosted a hearing on "The Evolution of Wired Communications Networks."
Testifying on behalf of COMPTEL was Mark Iannuzzi, president of TelNet Worldwide. Other witnesses include Jim Cicconni, senior executive vice president-External and Legislative Affairs for AT&T; Randy May, president of Free State Foundation; John Burke of the Vermont Public Service Board (PSB) representing NARUC; and Harold Feld, senior vice president of Public Knowledge.
Testimony of all participants can be found on the subcommittee website. View the broadcast of the hearing by clicking on the image above.
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COMPTEL PLUS
Sponsor at COMPTEL PLUS in Las Vegas and
Raise Your Profile in the Communications Industry
Are you looking for an ideal marketing platform to reach key executives and decision makers at the top service providers and vendors in the communications industry? If so, now's the time to consider a sponsorship at the COMPTEL PLUS Spring 2014 Convention & EXPO, March 16-19, in Las Vegas.
Not only can a sponsorship increase your company's exposure to upwards of 2,000 attendees, it could also help you:
- Improve your chances of securing a meeting room.
- Realize significant savings on booth fees.
- Gain extra FREE registrations for your employees.
Prime Exhibit Spaces Going Fast for Spring EXPO Interest in the COMPTEL PLUS Spring 2014 Convention & EXPO is growing, as more than two-thirds of the EXPO hall has been claimed by exhibitors. If you're interested in exhibiting in Las Vegas, March 16-19, don't delay in securing your space in the EXPO hall. Contact exhibit manager David Gerhardt or call 312-541-0567 x664.
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DATA REQUEST
COMPTEL to Host Members Only Call on November 7 about FCC Mandatory Special Access Data Collection
COMPTEL invites its members to take part in a conference call on Thursday, November 7 at 11 a.m. to explore the specifics of the FCC's mandatory special access data collection. Discussion leaders Rochelle Jones of tw telecom inc. and Nirali Patel of Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP will walk participants through the information request and take questions.
For more information or to received the dial-in information, please e-mail Jenny Gilbert or call 202-296-6650.
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AT THE FCC
NLAD to Begin Accepting Information in December
The FCC's Wireline Competition Bureau released a public notice last week informing eligible telecommunications carriers (ETCs) receiving Lifeline support that the National Lifeline Accountability
Database (NLAD) will be ready to accept subscriber information by December 2013. Beginning at that time, ETCs must provide information for existing subscribers to the NLAD by state, pursuant to a state schedule that will be issued by USAC, and for new subscribers upon initiation of service. For more information, visit the FCC website.
FCC Announces Tentative November Agenda
The FCC's next open meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 14 at 10:30 a.m. Items on the tentative agenda include: - Foreign Investment in Broadcast Licensees
- Improving 911 Reliability
- Status of Universal Service Reform Implementation
- Promoting Digital Literacy though Public-Private Partnerships
The meeting will take place in Room TW-C305 at FCC headquarters, and will be shown live at FCC.gov/live.
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ON THE HILL
Senate Subcommittee to Host Hearing on Broadband
On Tuesday, October 29 at 10:30 a.m., the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation's Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, and the Internet will host a hearing on "Broadband Adoption: The Next Mile." The Subcommittee will examine how to increase broadband adoption in the United States; explore challenges to broadband adoption among various demographic groups and regions; and strategies to overcome those barriers.
Witnesses include Aaron Smith, senior researcher, Pew Research Center; David L. Cohen, executive vice president, Comcast Corporation; Bernadine Joselyn, director of Public Policy and Engagement for the Blandin Foundation; Sunne Wright McPeak, president and CEO, California Emerging Technology Fund; and the Honorable John Sununu, honorary co-chair Broadband for America.
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WEBINAR
Register Now for Wednesday Webinar on UNITEL Benefits Program for COMPTEL Members
COMPTEL has partnered with UNITEL Insurance to provide its members an opportunity to enhance employee benefits while potentially saving money. Healthcare reform continues to dominate the focus for companies offering medical benefits, forcing companies to look at ways to reduce benefits to control cost. Learn how UNITEL can help COMPTEL members to maximize investments in employee life, short-term disability, long-term disability and critical illness benefits.
Join UNITEL Insurance for a FREE, live webinar on October 30 at 2 p.m., moderated by UNITEL account executive Mike Reed. During the webinar attendees will learn:
- Healthcare Reform - What you need to know today!
- Ancillary Benefits Offering
- Extended rate guarantees
- Discounted Pricing
- Flexible plan designs
UNITEL has saved clients more than $300,000 over the past two years. Don't miss this important webinar, and learn more, too, about the current health care climate.
Register by Tuesday, October 29, to attend!
 COMPTEL Webinar Program
The UNITEL webinar is part of the COMPTEL Webinar Program, which is powered by Copper Services. For more information about hosting your own Webinar, please e-mail Tracy MacDonald or call 202-296-6650.
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MEMBER PROFILE
Eden Acquisitions Specializes in Brokerage of
Telecommunications Companies
.jpg) Eden Acquisitions Group is an investment banking firm specializing in the brokerage of telecommunications companies. With clients that are both buyers and sellers, Eden Acquisitions serves the fiber, data center, CLEC and wireless sectors, with a focus on structuring and consummating transactions. The company's discreet process includes extensive due diligence, an initial valuation assessment and preparation of confidential information memorandum. Value is further enhanced through exposure to multiple buyers, resulting in the creation of competitive market forces.
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COMMITTEE MEETINGS
All COMPTEL Committee meetings are held at the Association's headquarters, 1200 G St NW, Suite 350, Washington, DC 20005, unless otherwise noted. All times listed are Eastern. For more information, call 202-296-6650.
October 29 Regulatory/Legislative Committee Meeting
November 5 Regulatory/Legislative Committee Meeting
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