(URBANDALE, Iowa) - "We've Got the Power", the Iowa Communications Alliance (the Alliance) 2nd Annual Meeting and Expo, is scheduled for March 3-5, 2015 at Veterans Memorial Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center in downtown Des Moines.
The Annual Meeting and Expo will feature more than 110 strategic partners who provide products, services and expertise to Iowa's 130 rural communications companies. Nearly 1,000 communications industry professionals from across the region will attend the event. Participants will learn about current trends in the communications industry ranging from regulatory and legislative issues to emerging technologies, consumer preferences and effective marketing and training techniques.
In addition to a number of expert speakers on a variety of communications industry-related topics, 3-time NFL Pro-Bowler and former Denver Bronco Karl Mecklenburg will address the attendees about the "6 Keys to Success" through his humorous and motivational story-telling style of delivery.
"We are excited to convene this, the second annual gathering of so many communications industry representatives from around our state and across the country. This event will allow attendees to share best practices, learn about new opportunities, and focus on the ever-changing consumer demands for communications services," said Dave Duncan, chief executive officer of the Alliance. "As Iowans, regardless of zip code, participate and contribute to the global economy our members recognize their responsibility to provide the highest level of connectivity possible to whichever marketplace their customers seek," continued Duncan.
About the Iowa Communications Alliance:
The Alliance was established in 2014 as the voice of Iowa's rural communications industry. Comprised of more than 130 community-based telecommunications providers who offer broadband, telephone and digital television service to rural Iowans; we are the premier leader in education, advocacy and training for our members and we promote economic growth and stability of members and the communities they serve. We believe that all Iowans should have access to affordable and robust broadband connections.
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