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Kathryn Stieler, NATE's Director of Safety, Health & Compliance, will speak on the ISEA panel at the NSC Congress & Expo 2024 on September 18, 2024. https://bit.ly/4epw0Ya Her session is "Working at Heights: Innovating to Reduce the Danger" at 1:00 PM in Orlando, Florida. Register today: https://bit.ly/4e01Jix

📢 Join us at the Emerging Technologies Expo in Valley, Nebraska, on September 25, 2024, for the official welcome by Todd Schlekeway, President & CEO of NATE. Register for FREE today to gain insights on the latest trends and innovations. https://bit.ly/4akAnB5 Valmont Industries, Inc.

Don't miss your chance to be part of the Tower Family Foundation Golf Event on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the beautiful Lonnie Poole Golf Course in Raleigh, North Carolina. Sponsorships are selling out quickly, so act fast to secure your spot!

This event is a fantastic opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a day of golf with friends, colleagues, and other community members. We have various options to fit your needs if you want to sponsor this event.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025
Location: Lonnie Poole Golf Course, Raleigh, North Carolina
Purpose: Support the Tower Family Foundation

To sponsor this event, please visit our website at https://bit.ly/3Qpkv9F

Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you on the green!

Texas State Wireless Association
Ontivity
Green Mountain Communications
Pearce Services, LLC
Boost Mobile

Millerco
Nebraska-Iowa Wireless Association

Apex Site Solutions
JOY Companies Inc.

Women of NATE
Blackhawk Tower Communications
MAFI Group
Murphy Tower Service, LLC
New England Wireless Association
Paramont EO
PerfectVision - Infrastructure Solutions
Southwire

Virginia Wireless Association
Branch Communications

CITCA - The Communication Industry Training & Certification Academy
Hayden Tower Service, Inc.
Safety LMS

SPX Cooling Technologies
Texoma Contracting, Inc.
USA Telecom Insurance Services
Viking Maintenance
VIKOR

Todd Schlekeway, NATE President & CEO, represented at the 16th Annual Minnesota State Wireless Association (MNSWA) Charity Golf Tournament in C**n Rapids on September 12, 2024, where NATE Wireless Industry Network (WIN) was a hole sponsor. The Tower Family Foundation (TFF) was one of the beneficiaries. NATE and the TFF appreciate the generosity of the MNSWA and the event participants who donated to the TFF! https://bit.ly/3C2M8fQ MNSWA - Minnesota State Wireless Association

The STAR Initiative deadline has been extended! Register for this FREE program: https://bit.ly/47fsIUW Your involvement in the NATE STAR Initiative & the NATE-OSHA-FCC Partnership demonstrates a commitment to the highest level of tower site & worker safety. Enroll by 9/16/24.

The world of communications infrastructure is rapidly evolving, and with it, so are the needs and capabilities of the teams who build, serve, maintain, and manage it. The NATE Emerging Technologies EXPO will host networking events, demonstrations, and educational sessions.

The event will occur at Valmont’s extensive facility including an enhanced test site and expanded fairgrounds in Valley, Nebraska. Registration for the event is required, but FREE to attend. Sponsor or register: https://bit.ly/4akAnB5 Bonus: The NEIA Golf Event is on 9/26: https://bit.ly/3YWVm8u

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Brian Bicknese, NATE Director of Safety & Education, attended the Regional Fiber Connect Workshop in Des Moines, Iowa, on September 10, 2024. Brian is pictured with Gary Bolton, President & CEO of Fiber Broadband Association, and Peter Rothmeier of Edge Consulting Engineers, Inc.

NATE Member Advisory Bulletin: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) - Tropical Storm/Hurricane Francine Access Coordination Request Letter https://bit.ly/3zqZtln

Join us for the inaugural Broadband Communities Summit West conference at the San Diego Conference Center in San Diego, California, on October 30-31, 2024!

Coming to you from the organizers of Broadband Communities Summit in Houston, the San Diego event will bring hundreds of leading professionals working to deliver connectivity for communities across the Western States.

Plus, get 20% off with the exclusive code ‘NATE20’. Book your tickets now: https://bit.ly/4dQ2qdN

Broadband Communities Magazine

Join the & Expo at the Orange County Convention Center, in Orlando, Florida, on September 13-19, 2024, and participate in the educational sessions, development seminars, and the expo floor. Be sure to support Kathy Stieler by attending the Safety at Heights panel on Wednesday.

For a FREE 3-Day Expo Only Guest Pass enter the code 10245 here: https://bit.ly/3YLfDQZ.

NATE's Director of Finance and Human Resources Kari Stein and Communications Coordinator Olivia Orthaus are in Booth #200 at the CCA Annual Convention in Amelia Island, Florida, on September 9-11, 2024. Stop by and say hello if you are in the area.

We are thrilled to announce that Brian Bicknese, NATE Director of Safety and Education, will be attending the SCTE Tech Expo 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia! Mark your calendars for September 24-26 and join us for an incredible event packed with innovation, networking, and the latest in technology advancements.

Whether you're a tech enthusiast, industry professional, or just curious about the future of technology, this is an event you won't want to miss. Stay tuned for updates and be sure to connect with Brian for some insightful discussions in Booth 749!

NATE Wireless Industry Network (WIN) is excited to announce the agenda for the upcoming NATE WIN Great Plains Regional Conference on Wednesday, October 9, in Kansas City, Kansas. It has been crafted to address current issues such as BEAD Funding, the state of the Insurance Market, and so much more. Attendees can expect to gain invaluable insight from this event's lineup of speakers and panel discussions.

To register or become a sponsor for the NATE WIN Great Plains Regional Conference, please click https://bit.ly/49XZkCa for more information.



GME Supply Co
Inside Towers
Insurance Office of America
Kansas Department of Commerce
Nebraska Broadband Office
U.S. Department of Labor
RoninLift
TrueNorth
USA Telecom Insurance Services

Tower Family Foundation Celebrates 10th Anniversary https://bit.ly/3zdyHNk Since its inception, the Tower Family Foundation has awarded over $1.7 million in financial support and scholarships to support industry workers and families during their times of need.

Register today! In-Person and Remote Training Options Available: https://bit.ly/3SbkU0y for the 2024 PPE for Telecom Workers: Hazard ID, Selection, and Use Training Course in Tampa, Florida. Training is made possible through a DOL-OSHA Training Grant. The new curriculum is focused on personal protective equipment.

Start your 2025 golf season early by participating in the Tower Family Foundation Golf Event: https://bit.ly/3AVKmRn All proceeds raised will benefit tower workers and their families in the aftermath of an industry accident, fatality, or emergency situation.

TIME: Registration Opens 8:30 AM • Shotgun Start 10:00 AM
COST: Team of Four - $1,550 • Individual Golfer - $425 • Golf Club Rental -$$
FORMAT: 4 Person Scramble

Team and individual registration fees include: Lunch/Dinner • 18-hole Round of Golf • Cart Fee

Check out the Peer Learning Program Member Benefit https://bit.ly/3RFFzcR From emerging professionals to industry veterans, participants can grow by learning from each other’s perspectives, discussing professional issues, & supporting their peers in their challenges.

The NATE Member Communications Survey deadline has been extended. Take the survey by midnight on Monday, September 9, 2024, for a chance to win: https://bit.ly/3Z7rGZ4

When you complete this survey, your name will automatically be entered in a drawing to win one of two (2) complimentary NATE UNITE 2025 full-conference passes (valued at $249) or one of four (4) American Express gift cards valued at $100 each.

Join the CCA Annual Convention at the Omni Amelia Island Resort on September 9-11, 2024: https://www.cca-convention.org/ The educational program at CCA 2024, along with its networking opportunities and exhibit hall, will explore technology trends that are changing the way we work and live, and provide a platform for companies to reach the competitive carrier market.

To save on registration: Choose the non-member choice and, at checkout, in the Discount Box, enter NATE24.

September 9-13 is Su***de Prevention Week — a week dedicated to raising awareness about the higher-than-average number of suicides in the construction industry, and to providing resources to help prevent those deaths. For resources and webinar information: https://bit.ly/3wOBLv8

Welcome to this week's new NATE member ALT, Inc. https://bit.ly/4dVwOEi For information on how to become a member of NATE visit: https://bit.ly/33ukgBd

NATE wants to hear from you! Click the link to take NATE's Communications Survey: https://bit.ly/3Z7rGZ4

When you complete this survey, your name will be automatically entered in a drawing to win one of two (2) complimentary NATE UNITE 2025 full conference passes (valued at $249) or one of four (4) American Express gift cards valued at $100 each.

The survey will be available until midnight on Sunday, September 8th. Please take 8-10 minutes to participate.

Read the Government Relations Newsletter https://bit.ly/4gb2JSt from September 2-6, 2024, featuring a coalition letter on deployment, the program's alternative broadband technology policy notice, and the and deal.

On Thursday, October 3, 2024, at 10:00 AM CDT, Gallagher representatives will conduct a live NATE webinar https://bit.ly/4ghhC62 titled “Exploring Another Benefit of NATE Membership: Employee Benefits Quoting and Consulting Services”.

With many companies preparing to renew their insurance benefit options this fall, NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association is reminding its members of the Member Company Employee Benefits Hub.

The NATE Employee Benefits Hub powered by Gallagher is structured to give small businesses the buying power with expansive menu options such as medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and worksite insurance that big corporations typically have.

During the session, we will cover topics such as employee benefits consulting, overall benefits strategy for both small and large groups, pricing, carrier selection, and open enrollment.

Register today to gain valuable insights and support for your employee benefits planning.