4 WISPAPALOOZA SHOW I OCTOBER 9 – 12, 2023 www.bekabusinessmedia.com DAY 1 L Z OO 2023 (Continued from page 1) presentations,” Wendy said, describing what to expect. Returning this year as the Premier Sponsor – after a couple years away – is Ubiquiti Networks. “Many are excited about them being back,” Wendy said. He added “WISPAPALOOZA 2023 is going to have some exciting keynotes – true pioneers and leaders in the internet ecosphere, including: George Finney, Michael Gorton and Peter Schultz.” • Finney is CISO at Well Aware Security and author of the best-seller Project Zero Trust: A Story about a Strategy for Aligning Security and the Business • Gorton is a five-time serial entrepreneur and visionary CEO who has created tens of billions of dollars. • Schultz is co-inventor of fiber optics used worldwide for telecommunications. He is an internationally recognized scientist and has received numerous awards for his technical achievements. Along with this stellar list of keynotes, Wendy said “some exciting announcements on new offerings, as well as on some innovative collaborations” will be made throughout WISPAPALOOZA 2023. Today’s events begin at 8 a.m.in the Event Center at the Horseshoe with the traditional breakfast opening session. At 11:30 a.m. in the same location, the WISPA Awards Luncheon will take place, and then the fun begins with the opening of Exhibit Hall from 12:30 to 3 p.m. in the Paris Ballroom. This also is the location from 5 to 7 p.m. for the Welcome Reception. For information on the complete agenda, refer to the WISPAPALOOZA Show Guide. If the palooza gets to you, and you need a break, Wendy said the Member Lounge is “a nice little perk for WISPA members to step away from the bustle of the convention, and quietly chat with other members and business associates.” Expect the next three days to be informative, educational and to receive a lot of “asks” for supporting the WISPA goals and objectives. One major focus remains on the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program that provides $42.45 billion to expand high-speed internet access. Wendy explained, “As BEAD comes online in the states, efforts there to work with state broadband offices and other important stakeholders will occupy much of WISPA’s advocacy efforts and focus the next couple of years. “WISPA will be working to ensure states have the most flexibility to employ the right tool for the job, bringing in more solution providers to the table to get the unserved connected,” he continued. “BEAD process matters will also play prominently – like working to get waivers for such things as the Letter of Credit requirement, which keep small players, no matter if they provide fiber or wireless solutions, out of the picture.” So, sit back, listen, get involved and get your palooza on for what is expected to be a dizzying and satisfying experience. m Peter Schultz. 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