Indiana Broadband

Today the IBO announced the results of the 16th round of the Indiana Connectivity Program, awarding $620,503 to expand broadband access across Indiana. "Our goal is to ensure every Hoosier family and business has access to reliable broadband service," said @GovBraun.

As you may know, Indiana's BEAD awards have been approved by the federal government and all awardees have received next steps. The NTIA and the IBO have a number of resources for subgrantees to prepare for BEAD Subgrant Agreements coming soon! in.gov/indianabroadba…

We are hiring! Looking for a position in finance? Apply to be the IBO Controller today! workforindiana.in.gov/job/Indianapol…

Indiana’s plan to expand broadband service through the BEAD Program has been approved by the NTIA! This historic investment of more than $483 million will be Indiana’s largest to date and emphasizes @GovBraun’s commitment to ensuring that all Hoosiers have reliable broadband.

Thank you to the Ohio Telecom Association for inviting the IBO to the Great Lakes Technology Show today in Fort Wayne! CBO Steve Cox joined Chief of Broadband Ohio Peter Voderberg and Michigan Chief Connectivity Officer Eric Frederick to give updates on the BEAD program.

Today the IBO announced the results of the 15th round of the Indiana Connectivity Program, awarding $654,676 to expand broadband access across Indiana. Awardees included 156 addresses across 30 counties. Read our news release here! lnkd.in/gnaBm5uT

Chief Broadband Officer Stephen Cox joined Governor Mike Braun, Jasper Mayor Dean Vonderheide, and many others at the Broadband Forum: Beyond the Build at the beautiful Parklands of Jasper in Jasper, Indiana. We were honored to join!

The Indiana Broadband Office has CLOSED the BEAD Benefit of the Bargain Round 1! The IBO team will now begin evaluating applications. Thank you to all providers who have dedicated their time and effort in submitting applications! Stay tuned!

The Indiana Broadband Office has closed BEAD pre-qualification. Thank you to everyone who participated! We are now accepting applications in the BEAD Subgrantee Selection process which closes July 28, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. EST! 📢All pre-qualified providers can apply now!

The Indiana Broadband Office has opened the Benefit of the Bargain round for pre-qualified internet service providers! Find more info here: lnkd.in/gFxJ8nw2 We are one step closer to bringing reliable broadband service to every Hoosier!

Thank you to the Indiana Broadband and Technology Association (IBTA) and Neil Krevda for inviting Chief Broadband Officer Stephen Cox today in French Lick Resort to talk about our BEAD program! A reminder that pre-qualification is open now

The IBO opened the BEAD pre-qualification portal on Friday, June 20 at 9 a.m. EST and it closes on July 21 at 11:59 p.m. EST. The link to register can be found at lnkd.in/gwHt8yz3. The IBO's webinar recording, slide deck, FAQs and guidance document is on our website.

Chief Broadband Officer Stephen Cox speaks on a panel about the BEAD program at the Mid-America Regulatory Conference. Steve was joined by Jake Varn, Ryan Hadley, Robby Frantz, PMP, and Matt DeTura. #MARC25

The IBO is hosting a webinar this Friday, June 20 from 10-11 a.m. via a Teams meeting. Chief Broadband Officer Stephen Cox will be discussing opening our BEAD pre-qualification round and the new policy notice, followed by a Q&A session. Learn more here: lnkd.in/g-i96C2

‼️🎉Welcome IBO New Employee Erik England! Erik is a native Hoosier and IU graduate. He is a career public servant and is looking forward to contributing at the Indiana Broadband Office by providing responsible fiscal stewardship as our Controller! Welcome to the team!

IBO Staff Spotlight: Alexxus Smith has been a member of the IBO team since January 2025 and is crucial to our success! Thank you for your dedication Alexxus Smith!

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IBO Staff Spotlight: Will Hollis is our Claims Processing and Reimbursement Specialist! We’re so happy to have him on our team!

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The Indiana Broadband Office won the Indiana Office of Technology's Indy 500 Amazing Race! Each year, IOT hosts an Indy 500 Day with games and food for its employees, and this year the Indiana Broadband team won the race!