Denver, CO and Washington, D.C., – NCTI, a leader in broadband and wireless training, and Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at providing CCA members with enhanced workforce development opportunities. The agreement establishes NCTI as CCA’s official training partner for a one-year pilot program, offering curated training content to competitive carriers across North America. The partnership is designed to equip CCA members with specialized skills to address critical operational gaps in areas such as frontline leadership, people skills, and customer care. As part of the new program, CCA members will gain access to a co-branded “CCA Training Bundle” of courses tailored for frontline, technical, and supervisory roles, as well as members-only savings opportunities on NCTI courses. The partnership will include joint webinars to bring NCTI’s training and workforce development expertise to the CCA member community. “NCTI is steadfast in our mission to empower the broadband workforce with the skills they need to succeed. We are proud to partner with CCA to bring our flexible, results-driven learning solutions to their member operators and help them build the skilled teams that are essential for future growth,” said Stacey Slaughter, CEO of NCTI. Tim Donovan, CCA President and CEO said, “NCTI’s reputation and expertise make them the ideal partner to address our members’ most pressing workforce development needs. We look forward to a successful pilot program that will provide our members with the tools they need to succeed in a dynamic industry.” ### About NCTI Celebrating over 55 years of excellence in the broadband industry, NCTI empowers professionals with quality content and flexible technology solutions accessible anytime, anywhere. Hundreds of thousands of technicians, customer service representatives, and industry executives attribute their rewarding careers and their companies’ growth to NCTI’s comprehensive training. Discover how NCTI helps clients deliver superior customer experiences at ncti.com . Equip your team for the future. Train up. 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. – Mobile carriers and communications service stakeholders are set to convene this month at CCA’s 2025 Annual Convention . Taking place September 15-17 at the Hyatt Regency Hill County Resort in San Antonio, TX, the conference will feature a keynote panel produced by Fierce Network, “2025: The Convergence of Everything.” During this luncheon session, panelists will explore the convergence evolution and how carriers are using all the tools at their disposal to connect their communities. Whether mobile, wireline, fixed wireless, satellite, fiber, or cable, this session will examine the ways network operators are connecting customers and the business and policy implications that are emerging. Speakers will include: Monica Alleven, Executive Editor, Fierce Network – moderator Don Culeton, CEO, IDI Billing Solutions Chris Champion, VP, Government Relations, C Spire Brighid Riordan, CEO, Nsight “I’m delighted Fierce Network is back hosting this keynote panel on convergence – an extremely relevant topic not just for CCA members but also the broader industry,” said CCA President & CEO Tim Donovan. “To remain a competitive player in today’s marketplace, companies must look to utilize all relevant technologies to keep their customers connected and happy. CCA and its members are keenly focused on current and future developments in this arena – on both the policy and business fronts. I look forward to hearing the thoughts and 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.

Educational program to focus on convergence, AI, spectrum policy, and more

Washington, D.C. - Competitive Carriers Association President and CEO Tim Donovan made the following statement regarding the Senate confirmation of Arielle Roth as Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information and National Telecommunications and Information (NTIA) Administrator: "I congratulate Arielle Roth on her confirmation as the next Administrator of NTIA. Her extensive telecommunications policy experience, shaped by her service in Congress and at the FCC, will serve her well in her new role. CCA and our members look forward to working with Administrator Roth to advance critical priorities for rural connectivity, including effective spectrum management and accelerating broadband infrastructure deployment to ensure all Americans have access to reliable, high-speed service." 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 following Congress’s reinstatement of the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) spectrum auction authority. “CCA thanks Congress for reinstating the FCC’s spectrum auction authority and establishing blueprints for future spectrum auctions. This long overdue action will help meet consumer demand, remove obstacles to U.S. global leadership, and is essential to closing the digital divide for rural America. CCA looks forward to working with the FCC and other stakeholders to provide our members with meaningful opportunities to access spectrum, drive innovation, and continue investments in next-generation technologies.” For more information about CCA and its policy priorities, please visit ccamobile.org.

Washington, D.C., - Competitive Carriers Association President and CEO Tim Donovan made the following statement regarding the Supreme Court opinion preserving the Universal Service Fund in Federal Communications Commission v. Consumers’ Research: “The Universal Service Fund (USF) is critical for Competitive Carriers Association members, the broader communications industry, and all Americans who rely on connectivity where it otherwise might not be offered. By upholding the USF, the Supreme Court has ensured that all Americans can benefit from the goal of ubiquitous connectivity, empowering innovation, supporting critical services, and driving the growth of our digital economy. We are pleased with the Court’s decision, and our members will continue their work of providing broadband connectivity throughout 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 President and CEO Tim Donovan made the following statement regarding Federal Communications Commission (FCC) deregulatory action regarding the National Broadband Map: “CCA thanks the FCC for acting to reduce regulatory burdens on broadband providers by eliminating the PE certification requirement for BDC filings. CCA has long advocated for this change, including through multiple waiver requests. Today, the FCC codified a more flexible and practical approach that recognizes the qualifications of experienced engineers. CCA also welcomes Commissioner Olivia Trusty to the FCC and appreciates her support, which made adoption of this item possible. We look forward to working with her and the full FCC to advance policies that reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens and provide connectivity to every American.” 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 regarding the confirmation of Olivia Trusty as Commissioner to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC): “I commend the Senate for confirming Olivia Trusty as Commissioner to the FCC. Olivia has long been a trusted expert on communications policy during her years of public service in Congress and I couldn’t think of a better, more qualified person to fill the role. She brings vast industry knowledge and a keen understanding of rural and competitive broadband issues which will no doubt allow her to hit the ground running on day one. I look forward to working with Olivia and the Commission to further CCA member priorities including securing access to spectrum and preserving USF support to ensure that all Americans have access to reliable broadband services.” 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) applauds the re-launch of the bipartisan, bicameral Congressional Universal Service Fund (USF) Working Group, co-chaired in the Senate by Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE) and Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), Chair and Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media, and in the House by Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC-09) and Rep. Doris Matsui (D-CA-07), Chair and Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. CCA commends these lawmakers for their leadership and commitment to finding sustainable, predictable, and sufficient support for critical Programs within USF. “The re-launch of the bipartisan, bicameral USF Working Group comes at a critical time, and we are encouraged to see strong bipartisan cooperation, support, and commitment to preserving connectivity in rural and high-cost areas and to close the digital divide” said CCA President and CEO Tim Donovan. “USF supports connectivity in every state, and I thank Senators Fischer and Luján, Representatives Hudson and Matsui, and their colleagues joining this working group for continuing the efforts started in the 118 th Congress. CCA looks forward to collaborating with the Working Group to maintain and improve the important programs within USF that help deliver reliable, affordable fixed and mobile services to communities across the country.” 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.