The Fiber Workforce Dilemma with Deborah Kish of Fiber Broadband Association

The Fiber Workforce Dilemma with Deborah Kish of Fiber Broadband Association

Author: Broadstaff August 15, 2023 Duration: 22:51
How do we get the younger generation of workers interested in the telecommunications industry? As the skilled labor shortage continues to grow, the solution is certainly not ‘easy.’ Thankfully, the Fiber Broadband Association provides resources that make this industry-wide effort a whole lot simpler.Joining us today is Deborah Kish, VP of Research and Workforce Development for the Fiber Broadband Association. In this insightful interview, Carrie and Deborah dive into FBA’s top strategies, programs and playbooks to combat the telecom workforce shortage and prepare for the BEAD funding wave ahead.Tune in now to stay up-to-date on the future of our industry, and catch a sneak peek at the insights to be uncovered at Fiber Connect 2023. Don’t miss this opportunity to give your fiber company the head start in preparing for our new world of work. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://broadstaffglobal.com/

In a world built on invisible signals and physical networks, Let's Get Digital with Carrie Charles pulls back the curtain on the entire ecosystem that keeps us connected. This isn't about abstract tech concepts; it's a grounded look at the business and management realities behind wireless towers, sprawling fiber routes, and humming data centers. Carrie Charles, bringing her perspective as Broadstaff's CEO, guides these discussions with a focus on the human element driving change. You'll hear unfiltered dialogues with the executives, engineers, and strategists who are literally laying the groundwork for our digital future. Their conversations naturally explore the tough decisions, emerging technologies, and career paths defining the infrastructure landscape. The podcast digs into how trends like edge computing or new deployment models actually get managed and financed on the ground. It’s for anyone curious about the backbone of modern life-the complex, competitive, and fascinating business of digital infrastructure. Each episode aims to connect the dots between technological potential and practical execution, offering listeners a unique insider’s view they won’t find in a press release.
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