The 31st KYRBA/TNBA Fall Conference & Supplier Showcase

Posted: October 22, 2025

Over 300 broadband professionals from Tennessee and Kentucky gathered in Franklin to connect, collaborate, and gain insights to keep their companies ahead of the game. Across three days of sessions and networking, attendees explored mounting competition, workforce challenges, and the growing influence of AI. The industry is evolving fast, but TNBA and KYRBA members remain resilient, reliable, and ready for the road ahead.

Day 1

Teeing Off. Attendees hit the greens for the annual golf scramble. They enjoyed networking, friendly competition, and solid conversations before sessions began on Wednesday.

The Details Matter

Window clings, booklets, and branded materials, placed with care, set the stage for Wednesday’s sessions and networking opportunities.

Day 2

The General Session kicked off to a full room. Rural broadband professionals from across Tennessee and Kentucky gathered to hear a robust general session led by TNBA President and HTC CEO, Mark Patterson, followed by industry panels and breakout sessions.

Tyler Campbell and Carrie Huckeby pose together after a successful general session.

All-star CEO panel, Mark Patterson, Jonathan West, Kasey Krueger, Greg Hale and Shayne Ison, discuss broadband’s next five years.

Karen Jackson-Furman, Meghan Sandfoss and Taylre Beaty discuss state and BEAD insights.

Jonathan West, Eric Keber and Leif Oveson share the USF Government Affairs Update.

Cody York and Trevor Bonnstetter talk AI.

Mark Patterson welcomes a full room to the 31st KYRBA/TNBA Fall Conference.

Breakout Sessions

Amanda Molina shows how to maximize customer revenue.

Barry Walton facilitates a panel on storm recovery.

Haley Gautreaux shares customer loyalty insights.

Day 3

Vendor Showcase Takes Over

Regional and national vendors showcased the latest equipment, infrastructure solutions, and services.

The event wrapped on Thursday afternoon, and attendees returned to their networks with new contacts, vendor leads, and a clearer sense of what’s ahead. The challenges are real, but so are the solutions. See you next year!

Save the date! The 2026 KYRBA/TNBA Fall Conference & Vendor Showcase is scheduled for October 13 through October 15 in Franklin.