Our stellar first panel features NTIA's Sarah Morris, Rural Development's Laurel Leverrier, and Treasury Department's Joseph Wender. Collectively, their agencies are distributing billions of dollars to #Connect20.

Proud to join Mayor Bowser for this announcement.

Proud to join POTUS today in North Carolina to announce latest Capital Projects Fund award. home.treasury.gov/news/press-rel…

10 Billion in Broadband Investment! Capital Projects Fund Update with Director, Joey Wender Joey Wender Click the link below to listen! #broadband #podcast broadbandbunch.com/podcast/10-bil…

PITCHERS & CATCHERS REPORT TODAY!

Representatives from the 4 federal agencies giving out billions of dollars to support broadband connectivity, including digital equity work on the ground all at NDIA conference

Excited to be in Philadelphia today to announce Pennsylvania’s $20 million Capital Projects Fund digital equity award. home.treasury.gov/news/press-rel…

It doesn’t matter if you’re a small business in a small town like Camille and Emile, or living in a sprawling city: You deserve high-speed internet access. It’s not a luxury, it’s a necessity. My Administration is bringing it to more Americans than ever before.

After 16 years, John Windhausen steps down as SHLB’s ED—thank you for your leadership! We are excited to welcome Joey Wender, a broadband policy & funding expert, as our new ED starting March 10! Read more: shlb.org/blogs/shlb-wel…

🚀 What a fantastic start to #ConnectedAmerica 2025! After opening remarks from Bradford Randall (Broadband Communities), we kicked off with a keynote from Verizon Business on ‘Enabling a Connected America’ featuring Daniel Lawson. Next up, Joseph Wender (SHLB Coalition ) led a

SHLB’s new Executive Director, Joey Wender, hosted a Happy Hour at #ConnectedAmerica2025, bringing members together to discuss broadband’s future. Thanks to all who joined. It was a great way to continue the conversation beyond the conference sessions!

Joey Wender hit the ground running in his first week as SHLB’s Executive Director! On a Texas tour, he met broadband leaders and saw firsthand how E-rate helps fuel connectivity and learning at Wilemon STEAM Academy & Waxahachie HS.

Missed this morning’s press conference on defending the Universal Service Fund? Watch the full recording here: youtu.be/JQ0gpdvTYa0 Thanks Ed Markey, Anna M. Gomez, and broadband leaders from across the US who traveled to DC to advocate for digital opportunity for all.

Last night’s reception was a wonderful kickoff to SHLB’s first-ever fly-in! We celebrated a significant transition by welcoming Joey Wender as SHLB’s new E.D. and honoring John Windhausen for his years of visionary leadership. Thank you to everyone who attended! #ProtectUSF

Live from DC for SHLB’s first fly-in! Nearly 40 members are meeting with 70+ Congressional offices to advocate for the Universal Service Fund, E-Rate, and the Rural Health Care Program. Stay tuned for updates and photos from the Hill! #ProtectUSF

Our SHLB members are on the Hill and making moves to #ProtectUSF! From scheduled meetings to surprise hallway encounters, members nationwide are advocating for affordable and sustainable high-speed internet funding through E-Rate and the Rural Health Care Program.

Early bird registration for #AnchorNets2025 is OPEN! One Pass. All Access. No add-ons or upgrades—one pass unlocks everything from keynotes to networking events. 📍Crystal City, VA 🗓️ Start noon on Oct 29 ➡️End 1 pm on Oct 31 Register now: shlb.org/anchornets-2025

🚀#AnchorNets2025 is where real broadband & connectivity solutions take shape, like: ✅ AI-ready education ✅ Broadband funding ✅ Resilient infrastructure everywhere ✅ Cybersecurity for schools & healthcare Be part of the conversation: shlb.org/anchornets-2025

Today, SHLB's ED Joey Wender visited Barbara Bush Library alongside branch manager Shane Harris & SHLB Board Member Ty Beauchamp. Part of Harris County Public Library, the library is a vibrant community hub offering digital literacy programs, creative technology tools, and early learning resources.

Today, the SCOTUS Updates upheld the constitutionality of the USF, a huge win for students, libraries, healthcare providers, and rural communities nationwide. As a named party in the case, SHLB is proud to have helped defend the programs that keep millions connected.