4 THE INCOMPAS SHOW I NOVEMBER 2 - 4, 2025 www.bekabusinessmedia.com DAY 1 The main event for this program is the NextGen Rising luncheon and panel, scheduled for Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Open to all attendees, this lunch will feature participants from early career to the C-Suite, with experience in sales, marketing, technology, and policy. The interactive discussion will inspire those new to the industry with stories and advice, while also offering experienced leaders insights into the next generation. Attendees can also participate in handson, interactive workshops throughout The INCOMPAS Show, including: ● Marketing Workshop (Monday, 1:45 p.m.–4:15 p.m., Tampa Bay Ballroom 1): Kicking off the afternoon will be a panel titled “Marketing’s New Blueprint: Balancing AI, Automation, and Authenticity.” This will be followed by breakout sessions on strategic AI for revenue generation and high-impact marketing automation and systems. ● Policy Workshop (Tuesday, 1:15 p.m.– 3:45 p.m., Tampa Bay Ballroom 1): Join policy experts in in-depth discussions on universal service funding and network infrastructure permitting. The 2025 INCOMPAS Show will also offer familiar features that shouldn’t be missed, including: ● Buyers Forum (Monday 11 a.m.–noon, Tuesday 1 p.m.–2 p.m., Tampa Bay Pre-Function): The Buyers Forum offers all attendees an opportunity to connect with top service provider buyers, learn about their upcoming projects, and make valuable business connections. The Buyers Forum Guide – accessible in the resources tab of the Mobile App – provides profiles of each buyer and the projects they’re working on. Attendees can simply walk up to the buyers they want to meet during Forum hours and introduce themselves. ● Deal Center (7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. on Monday and 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Tampa Bay Pre-Function: Here, tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis, offering space for impromptu meetings. ● Breakfast & Learn sessions (7:30 a.m.– 8:30 a.m., Monday & Tuesday, Tampa Bay Ballroom 1): Start the morning with sessions on five market shifts every provider must watch in 2026, presented by Intermedia Cloud Communications and simpler, private connectivity, presented by MaiaEdge. ● Networking in the Exhibit Hall: Connect with others throughout the day at the INCOMPAS Bar in the exhibit hall. Grab a cappuccino and conversation, and don’t miss the Bloody Mary & Bubbly bar at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, for a special treat. ● Receptions and Closing Party: Catch up with old friends and make new connections during daily networking events, including Monday’s Opening Reception in the Exhibit Hall, and Tuesday’s Motown & Mojitos Closing Party in the Veranda Room at the Tampa Marriott Water Street. “The next two days are a great opportunity to participate in meetings, expand your pipeline, and forge high-impact partnerships that otherwise would take months to build,” Pickering concluded. “We take pride in providing an event that, first and foremost, gives our attendees a fast track to real business growth.” p For a complete schedule of events taking place this week, download the “INCOMPAS” Mobile App (search INCOMPAS in your app store). Also be sure to check out the 2025 “INCOMPAS” Show Guide in the Resources tab. Ezee Fiber has experienced rapid expansion over the last 24 months under the leadership of its new CEO, Matt Marino. The company has invested more than $250 million in Houston, expanded into New Mexico behind a $250 million commitment and moved into Washington state and Illinois behind $400 million expansions each. Ezee Fiber also acquired assets in New Mexico, and recently closed on the acquisition of Tachus Fiber Internet in Houston — making the company the largest independent fiber internet provider in Texas. As the demand for high-speed, reliable internet continues to grow, Ezee Fiber is at the forefront of digital transformation. From its extensive wholesale internet offerings to the expansion of fiber-to-the-home technology, Ezee Fiber is committed to delivering next-generation connectivity solutions that keep communities connected and future-ready. Ezee Fiber also offers a robust wholesale internet platform designed to meet the unique needs of ISPs, telecommunications carriers and enterprise clients. The company’s wholesale solutions enable partners to extend their reach, deliver consistent performance and expand their service offerings. With its extensive fiber network, Ezee Fiber ensures low latency, high-capacity bandwidth and reliable connectivity — key factors for businesses that depend on scalable, high-performance infrastructure. “We are on the ground floor of helping many communities and municipalities re-invigorate their digital infrastructure, which has been largely untouched for decades,” said Garner Duncan, Ezee Fiber’s senior vice president, Government Affairs, and board member of INCOMPAS. “The leaders in government we speak with are aware of the need for a better solution for internet services that fits the way people work, live, play and shop today. We are grateful for their partnership and welcome the chance to work together to upgrade their infrastructure.” According to Duncan, customers and government officials appreciate Ezee Fiber’s approach of setting up a regional office, hiring local employees and being an active member of the community. “Unlike other companies that are located hundreds of miles away from customers they serve, we take pride in the fact that Ezee Fiber people live and work in our service areas,” he noted. Ezee Fiber employs about 800 nationally, including staff at regional office locations ranging from 40-55 people who manage local network issues, handle installations, troubleshoot, and engage in community relations, sales and marketing efforts. Looking forward, Ezee Fiber is eyeing continued growth and expansion, and plans to create an even larger network of regional locations. The company has signaled adding more markets in 2025 and 2026. Ezee Fiber is also prioritizing customer demands. The company has consistently won awards for its speed, quality of customer service and network performance, earning exceptionally strong 4.9 ratings on Google. p Ezee Fiber Announces Rapid Expansion (Continued from page 1)
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