DiscoverSmall Biz FloridaEp. 261 | Bridging the Digital Divide: How Comcast Connects Rural Florida with Michelle Oyola McGovern, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs at Comcast
Ep. 261 | Bridging the Digital Divide: How Comcast Connects Rural Florida with Michelle Oyola McGovern, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs at Comcast

Ep. 261 | Bridging the Digital Divide: How Comcast Connects Rural Florida with Michelle Oyola McGovern, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs at Comcast

Update: 2024-04-30
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This episode of Small Biz Florida dives into Comcast's impactful role in bridging the digital divide and fostering economic growth in rural Florida communities.


This episode of Small Biz Florida tackles the critical issue of rural internet access. Host Tom Kindred interviews Michelle Oyola McGovern, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs at Comcast. Together, they explore the state and federal government's multi-billion dollar investment in broadband expansion and how Comcast is a key player in bringing reliable internet to underserved communities. The conversation highlights the importance of "beyond the build" initiatives, where Comcast collaborates with local partners to ensure affordability through programs like ACP and Internet Essentials. The episode emphasizes the transformative power of broadband access for rural economic development, attracting businesses, fostering entrepreneurship, and creating remote work opportunities.


 


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Florida Rural Economic Development Summit


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Ep. 261 | Bridging the Digital Divide: How Comcast Connects Rural Florida with Michelle Oyola McGovern, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs at Comcast

Ep. 261 | Bridging the Digital Divide: How Comcast Connects Rural Florida with Michelle Oyola McGovern, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs at Comcast

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