Telecommunications is a heavily regulated industry, and policymakers have the power to make or break broadband deployments through the rules and laws they impose on broadband service and technology providers. But by crafting a regulatory regime that strikes an appropriate balance between protecting consumers and supporting the companies that are actively working to close the digital divide, policymakers can foster a thriving broadband sector, and deliver all of the benefits of connectivity to their communities. It is essential that all stakeholders interests are represented in these policy conversations, and that policymakers and regulators get it right.
Vernonburg Group’s staff have decades of experience advocating for and making broadband policy both in the US and in different countries around the world; members of the team have represented the interests of all parties in the broadband ecosystem, from public interest groups to major service providers, and have advised governments on the development of effective broadband policies and programs. We have the expertise and capabilities to craft and execute effective advocacy campaigns, draft laws and regulations, and analyze the effectiveness of existing broadband policies in closing the digital divide.
