Denver, Colorado – Competitive Carriers Association announced the winners of the 2025 Excellence in Marketing Awards today at its Mobile Carriers Show . The awards celebrate marketing ingenuity across six categories honoring outstanding digital, print, and broadcast campaigns featuring compelling content and engaging storytelling. The 2025 Mobile Carriers Show takes place April 14-16 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado. The Excellence in Marketing Awards highlight the achievements of companies across the wireless industry and serves as a platform to recognize and celebrate the innovative campaigns, strategic initiatives, and groundbreaking marketing concepts that propel the telecommunications sector forward. “CCA’s Excellence in Marketing Awards honor the most creative and captivating marketing campaigns amongst our members,” said Tim Donovan, President and CEO of CCA. “I applaud this year’s winners for their originality, vision, and outstanding creativity in engaging audiences and elevating brands within the communications service provider community.” This year’s CCA Excellence in Marketing Awards winners include: Animated Online Videos: Carrier Member Cellular One of Northeast Arizona: “ You Pick ” Online Ads: Carrier Member Carolina West Wireless: “ Hurricane Helene Recovery - Update & Recognition Social Post ” Online Ads: Associate Member Ookla: “ The State of 5G Standalone ” Print Ads: Carrier Member Nex-Tech Wireless: “ Kansas Pregame Ad ” Print Ads: Associate Member IDI Billing Solutions: “ The Power of Experience ” Radio Spot: Carrier Member Viaero Wireless: " Answering the Call " TV Commercials & YouTube Videos: Carrier Member ATN International: “ 2025 Brand Spots 2 ” TV Commercials & YouTube Videos: Associate Member Hemphill Tower & Power: “ Modular On-Grade Tower ” People’s Choice Viaero Wireless (TV Commercials & YouTube Videos: Carrier Members): “ Answering the Call – Viaero Camera Network ” ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem. CCA’s 2025 Mobile Carriers Show will take place April 14-16 in Denver, Colorado. CCA’s 2025 Annual Convention will take place September 15-17 in San Antonio, Texas. Visit ccamobile.org and on X, @CCAMobile and #MCS2025.

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Executives from Boost Mobile, Ericsson, Syniverse, Set to Keynote

Washington, D.C. – Mobile carriers and communications service stakeholders across the nation and around the globe will convene at CCA’s Mobile Carriers Show (MCS) as Fierce Network presents its headline keynote panel, “Broadband Initiatives in the Trump Administration,” at the show. Hosted by Fierce Network on Tuesday, April 15, at 9:00 am MT, panelists will explore the broadband landscape during the Trump Administration, delving into the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program and the 5G Fund for Rural America. The session, and all main stage keynotes, will be live streamed. CCA’s Mobile Carriers Show will take place on April 14-16 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, Colorado. Panelists will look at broadband funding programs, litigation, and regulations under the new administration. Other topics will include spectrum initiatives and potential affordability programs as replacements to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Through expert insights, this panel aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Trump Administration's broadband initiatives and future directions for policy and technology in achieving universal connectivity. Speakers will include: Linda Hardesty, Executive Editor and Chief Analyst, Fierce Network (panel moderator) Chris Champion, VP, Government Relations, C Spire Bryan Darr, VP - Government Affairs, Ookla George Kamba, Director of Government Affairs, UScellular “I’m delighted Fierce Network is back hosting this keynote panel on key programs like BEAD and the 5G Fund, which greatly affect CCA members and the consumers they serve,” said Tim Donovan, President and CEO of CCA. “CCA and its members are keenly focused on these issues and more including spectrum initiatives and the impact of the continued lack of auction authority . I look forward to hearing the timely insights from this panel of experts, which will certainly prompt interesting discussions throughout the show.” ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem. CCA’s 2025 Mobile Carriers Show will take place April 14-16 in Denver, Colorado. CCA’s 2025 Annual Convention will take place September 15-17 in San Antonio, Texas. Visit ccamobile.org and on X, @CCAMobile and #MCS2025.

Washington, D.C. – Comfone AG, a global supplier of roaming services, has announced a strategic partnership with Competitive Carriers Association (CCA). Comfone currently works with MNOs and CSPs to deliver the full range of international roaming services, and in an exciting move for the industry, Comfone is offering its widely lauded Key2roam Platform and roaming hub services to CCA carrier members. Comfone’s Key2roam Roaming Hub is an industry-leading, award-winning service providing unmatched access in the world of roaming through a wealth of experience, technical expertise and unparalleled customer support. The Key2roam Hub has the largest coverage of any provider in the world, with more than 30,000 connections spanning over 500 operators. Comfone recently completed new trials and is now able to process 5G roaming traffic, in addition to all other services (2G, 3G, LTE, VoLTE, IoT, M2M and CAMEL). "Both CCA and their carrier members are an important part of our current and future strategic business plans, and this partnership allows us to benefit them both,” said Daniel Heutschi, CEO of Comfone. “It is our goal that every subscriber, regardless of carrier type, size or location, is able to participate.” Tim Donovan, President and CEO of CCA, said, “CCA is pleased to partner with Comfone to bring these technical solutions to all carriers.” ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.

All Keynotes to be Livestreamed

Washington, D.C. – Today, Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) President and CEO Tim Donovan testified before U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Communications and Technology hearing on the state of rural broadband deployment and connectivity. CCA commends the Subcommittee for holding the hearing and calling attention to the challenges rural communications providers face, along with the need for congressional action to support broadband expansion. “Our industry needs decisive action from federal policymakers to expand and maintain critical services in rural areas, including through addressing an existential threat to the Universal Service Fund (USF) in the courts and modernizing many aspects to continue this important program; improving the 5G Fund and basing eligibility on reliable mobile mapping data; supporting successful implementation of the Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program with reasonable modifications; ensuring network security; restoring spectrum auction authority; and reforming the siting and permitting process to provide operators with greater certainty and drive rural broadband deployment,” said Donovan in his written testimony. “These actions are critical to ensuring that all Americans have access to reliable broadband services that support economic growth, innovation, and connectivity in today’s digital world. […] CCA is committed to working with all stakeholders to accomplish the challenging task of promoting broadband connectivity for millions of consumers in rural America.” For more information about CCA and its policy priorities, please visit ccamobile.org . ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.

Washington, D.C. – Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) members from across the country convened in Washington, D.C. on February 12 for an annual advocacy fly-in event. CCA’s Capitol Hill Day serves as an opportunity for rural, regional, and nationwide wireless and communications industry leaders to unite and advocate for policies that will strengthen competition, promote innovation, and improve connectivity for the benefit of all consumers. CCA was pleased to welcome Vice Chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, Congressman John Joyce (R-PA), as keynote speaker. CCA members met directly with lawmakers and key Congressional staff to discuss how Congress can support competitive carriers in the 119 th Congress. CCA members stressed the critical importance of preserving the Universal Service Fund (USF) for expanding and maintaining networks to serve high-cost areas, and for reliable 5G coverage data mapping that accurately reflects consumers’ mobile experiences. Members also urged Congress to prioritize spectrum access in rural America by reinstating the FCC’s auction authority and developing a long-term spectrum strategy including identifying underutilized bands for commercial use and optimizing the efficiency of existing spectrum resources. Members also highlighted the need for infrastructure reform to overcome deployment barriers, advocating for streamlined federal permitting and siting policies, clear federal guidance on network security while ensuring compliance burdens are manageable for smaller carriers, and tax policies that encourage investment in connectivity, including R&D tax credits and tax exemptions for broadband funding programs and spectrum licenses. “CCA is an extremely effective advocacy organization and represents our members’ collective voices in performing the important work of deploying our nation’s critical communications networks,” said Maureen McCabe Moore, SVP and Chief Customer Experience Officer, GCI Communications Corp., and Chair of the Board, CCA. “We seek to shape policies that promote fairness, drive innovation, and ensure that every American has access to cutting-edge connectivity.” Tim Donovan, CCA’s President and CEO, added, “Our advocacy efforts are only possible because of the dedication and engagement of our members, who work tirelessly to expand connectivity across the country. Together, we are ensuring that all Americans, regardless of location, can stay connected in today’s digital world.” For more information about CCA and its policy priorities, please visit ccamobile.org . ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.

Washington, D.C. – Competitive Carriers Association President and CEO Tim Donovan made the following statement: “CCA congratulates Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) on being named Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Senator Cruz has been dedicated to fostering growth, innovation, and U.S. leadership in the telecommunications marketplace, including in rural America. We look forward to continued collaboration with him and the entire Commerce Committee to preserve and expand connectivity nationwide for all Americans.” For more information about CCA and its policy priorities, please visit ccamobile.org . ### About Competitive Carriers Association Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) is the leading association for competitive communications service providers and stakeholders across the United States. Members range from small, rural carriers serving fewer than 5,000 customers to regional and nationwide providers serving millions, as well as vendors and suppliers delivering products and services throughout the communications ecosystem.