With gratitude for an extraordinary career, we share the news that Darren Dierbeck, Sr. VP of Customer Relations, has announced his retirement at the end of the summer. One of Vantage Point’s six original co-founders, Darren has been instrumental in Vantage Point’s business development and growth to nearly 550 employees today. Through the years he … Read more
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BIAS Once Again Subject to Title II Summary On April 25, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) considered a proposed Declaratory Ruling, Order, Report and Order, and Order on Reconsideration (Net Neutrality Order) and voted to reclassify Broadband Internet Access Service (BIAS) as a “telecommunications service” – placing it back under Title II subject to … Read more
It’s time for action – for BEAD, and beyond The industry is buzzing about the recently released NOFO for upcoming BEAD funding. But beyond the buzz, it’s time for action. Our guidance here is twofold: First, for BEAD specifically. Second, a more strategic view of ALL funding programs. BEAD Funding: What to do Now Your … Read more
From all of us… Thank you for your continued support, friendship, and dedication to our great industry this year. It has been a pleasure working with you and we look forward to great things in 2024
Cole Donahue now one of 11 Licensed Professional Engineers on staff Vantage Point Solutions, a premier broadband engineering and consulting company, is pleased to announce the addition of Cole Donahue, PE, to their distinguished team of professional engineers. This achievement marks a significant milestone as Vantage Point Solutions now boasts a remarkable 11 licensed Professional … Read more
Digital Discrimination: Interview with Jeff Smith With the recently-released Order on Digital Discrimination, there are a lot of questions: What does this mean? Who is impacted? What do we need to do? In this 22-minute interview, Jeff Smith – VP of Public Policy and Advocacy – answers those questions and sheds light on the regulatory … Read more
Vantage Point has filed comments in the Notice of Inquiry on future USF issues and sustainability of support. Respectfully submitted by Larry Thompson, PE, Jeff Smith, and Mikaela Burma, JD, it was noted that: Full comments available to download below: Comments on NOI Supporting USF Sustainability
Across the country and throughout the month, Vantage Point hit the trails and the treadmills for the annual FRS Virtual 5K Rural Run. Dozens of staff (and families!) participated, and Vantage Point was a proud sponsor of this great tradition. Check out our highlights here!
Elections must be made by September 29, 2023. On August 30, 2023, the FCC released the official Enhanced A-CAM offers to eligible carriers. Carriers must elect whether to accept the Enhanced A-CAM offer by September 29, 2023. On July 24, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released its Enhanced A-CAM Order giving legacy high-cost support … Read more
Vantage Point’s Executive Placement team is pleased to share the successful conclusion of the recent search completed for Keystone Communications. Learn more about Vantage Point’s executive services here. KEYSTONE, IA, August 15, 2023 Keystone Communication’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce it has named Mitch Kuhn as its new General Manager effective August 2023. … Read more
National broadband engineering and consulting services provider to accelerate deployment of high-speed backbone across 64 counties in Alabama MONTGOMERY (July 31, 2023) — Fiber Utility Network, Inc. (FUN)— a coalition of eight electric co-ops and their subsidiaries and key partners dedicated to expediting a world-class, middle-mile broadband backbone across Alabama — announced today that Vantage … Read more
With heavy hearts, we share the news that our colleague Steve Gatto has passed away. He was 61. Steve was an engaged and established member of our industry. He served the Michigan Exchange Carriers Association for a decade before joining GVNW Consulting, which later merged with Vantage Point Solutions. At Vantage Point he worked as … Read more
Vantage Point has recently fielded a number of questions from RDOF winners about what needs to be filed and when. For more detailed information, or guidance specific to your situation, please reach out to the Vantage Point staff members listed below. Troy Eilts – email Courtney Spears – email Tammie Herrlein – email
Tribally owned CRSTTA will use $17 million grant from USDA to serve residents of the Cheyenne River and Standing Rock Reservations in Western South Dakota Shared on behalf of CRSTTA. EAGLE BUTTE, SD (April 2023) – Fiber broadband infrastructure continues to inch closer to reality for residents of two tribes, thanks to the Cheyenne River … Read more
Can unlicensed wireless solve the digital divide? A recent White Paper for the Fiber Broadband Association finds the answer is a resounding “No.” Written by Larry Thompson, PE, CEO of Vantage Point Solutions, the paper discusses the capabilities needed to meet broadband needs today and in the future and both the physics and economics of … Read more
As rulemaking proceeds around the requirement for Broadband Nutrition Labels, Vantage Point continues to advocate for reasonable guidelines. In reply comments filed March 14, 2023, Jeff Smith, Mikaela Burma, JD, and Dereck DeVries argue that requiring languages not used in the service territory is a step too far. Further, as Vantage Point believes that cybersecurity will … Read more
Rehmke brings more than 15 years of industry experience to her role as Risk & Regulatory Compliance Consultant. Vantage Point Solutions is pleased to announce the hiring of Aubree Rehmke, who has joined the Vantage Point team as a Risk & Regulatory Compliance Consultant. Rehmke will assist Vantage Point financial institution clients with audit, regulatory … Read more
Calix announced the honor at their annual ConneXions event. Vantage Point was honored to receive the Partner Impact Award from Calix at the annual ConneXions event, October 2022. The award recognizes Vantage Point’s “substantial positive impact on customers and the industry,” according to a Calix release. The award also notes Vantage Point’s “tireless commitment to … Read more
Building a broadband network requires a considerable amount of planning and analysis. To be successful, a broadband network must be able to meet customers’ demands both today and into the future. Long-term capital investments such as this can therefore be risky ventures for the broadband provider and their funding partners. That is why grant and … Read more
Vantage Point Solutions is thrilled to congratulate Leigh Boulware, of our Banking Division, on earning the designation of Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager from the American Bankers Association. Leigh is a key member of Vantage Point’s Banking division where she works with banks and credit unions across the country on their compliance and audit needs. As … Read more
