Are bundle customers willing to upgrade their internet services? NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association has published a report based on a national survey of rural and independent telecommunications companies, examining bundle price points, internet connection speeds and the number of TV channels offered across bundles. The report also reveals the extent to which different bundle offerings are meeting telco expectations. Our guest for this episode, Laura Withers, director of communications for NTCA, discusses details of the report and how telcos can purchase a copy.

Website: http://www.ntca.org/estore

HTC, the nation's largest telephone cooperative, recently launched a glossy magazine and several features on their website. How will those help them reach their audiences?

Website: http://www.htcinc.net/

When Golden West turned 100 years old, they used that as an opportunity to create unique events in many of the communities they serve.

Website: https://goldenwest.com/Tour

Cliff Albertson shares the importance of rural telcos marketing their areas to remote workers.

Website: http://www.badgercommunications.com/

You've built the network and gotten NTCA's Gig Certification. Now what? How do you leverage that? This episode also covers marketing to tourist areas and

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How does the "little phone company down the road" become a respected telecom provider? As CCT has learned, you do it by leveraging your Gig Certification.

Website: www.cochranete

CTC runs the broadband service for Arrowhead Electric from 200 miles away. How do they make this long distance relationship work?

Website: http://www.connectctc.com/

Is it a good idea to name your 20 Mbps service your "Slow" Package? According to ARPU, yes!

Website: http://redrivercomm.com/internet/

How do you know your branding is ready for an update and how do you change it? Amanda Wood of Central Texas Telephone Cooperative shares her experience in making some big changes to the company's identity.

Website: www.tdstelecom.com

When do you need a rebrand and how long will it take? CEO Randy Grogan of Ballard Telephone talks us through the cooperative's efforts to change it's identity.

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