AnchorNets 2026
Organized by Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband (SHLB) Coalition — AnchorNets (SHLB annual conference)
AnchorNets is the SHLB Coalition's annual conference, bringing together broadband leaders from across the country---including policymakers, industry experts, and represen...
- Dates
- Oct 7-9, 2026
- Location
- Arlington, VA
- Deadline
- Jul 29, 2026
- Attendees
- 400
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About this conference
AnchorNets is the SHLB Coalition's annual conference, bringing together broadband leaders from across the country---including policymakers, industry experts, and representatives from schools, libraries, health centers, and other anchor institutions. The event features dynamic keynotes, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities focused on expanding affordable, high-quality broadband for community anchors and the people they serve. The conference connects anchors, advances broadband, and empowers communities, serving as a forum where broadband policy meets real-world action.
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Sponsorship opportunities include Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels, offering benefits such as exclusive reception hosting, speaking opportunities, exhibit space, complimentary tickets, use of attendee contact information, website and marketing recognition, oral recognition, social media acknowledgement, and distribution of sponsor material. Additional opportunities are available for items like Balloon Arches, Tote Bags, Photobooth, Breakfast, Lunch, Breaks, Registration, and Exhibit Tables. Specific sponsorship details are available in a downloadable PDF.
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