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Connected Intelligence for the Modern Grid
Join Anterix at the Utility Broadband Alliance Summit & Plugfest 2025
Charlotte, NC | November 4–6
Start Your Journey at the Anterix Private Wireless Broadband Showcase
At the Anterix Private Wireless Broadband Showcase, you’ll see how utilities can unlock Connected Intelligence for the Modern Grid — harnessing private networks for increased capacity, security and control enabling mission-critical operations.
Through nationwide licensed spectrum and the Anterix Active Ecosystem®, we’re helping utilities drive grid modernization affordably, expand capacity for tomorrow’s growth, and secure critical operations — all on a path to 5G-readiness and advanced use cases like AMI 2.0.
See Connected Intelligence in Action: Live Utility Use Cases
From grid monitoring to field force enablement, the Anterix Private Wireless Broadband Showcase features hands-on demonstrations of how private networks deliver value today — and scaling for tomorrow.
Discover how Connected Intelligence is driving real-world innovation, including demonstrations of live private network utility use cases:
Grid Monitoring & Intelligence
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Smart Metering & Data
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Field Force Enablement, Mutual Aid, and MC-PTT
Insights That Matter – Anterix Leaders and Ecosystem Experts on Stage
Beyond the showcase, Anterix leaders and members of the Anterix Active Ecosystem® will take the stage to share forward-looking perspectives on grid modernization, spectrum strategy, and the future of utility communications.
Join these thought-provoking sessions to learn how Connected Intelligence is moving from pilot programs to full-scale deployments—enabling utilities to secure operations, optimize infrastructure, and modernize for tomorrow’s grid.
Featured Sessions
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Tuesday, November 4
7:30 AMWomen of UBBA Breakfast Panel
Diverse leadership perspectives driving innovation in utility broadband.
Bobbi Harris, UBBA; Alice Moy-Gonzalez, Sr. VP Strategic Development, Anterix
Bentina Terry, Southern Company; Stacey Thompson, ADB Companies
Julie Turner, Duke Energy; Anthony Vincent Bova, Edgework Method -
Tuesday November 4
1:30 PMAnterix Tech Talk - "From Hype to Headroom"
How utilities can move beyond pilot projects into scalable PLTE deployments.
Mike Brozek, VP, Customer Success (moderator)
Ron Brady, Xcel Energy
Spencer Burks, LCRA
Rob Butts, L3 Harris
Ali Shah, Nokia
Gautam Talagery, Ericsson
Jan Forslow, Itron -
Tuesday November 4
2:45 - 3:45 PMRealizing Secure AI-Enabled Utility Grids with Private Networks
How utilities can secure AI at the grid edge: best practices for private networks.
Abhinay Sinai, Director of Technology Development, Anterix
Mitch Rappard, Palo Alto Networks
Philip Regulski, GE Vernova -
Tuesday November 4
5:30 PMWelcome Reception in Innovation Zone
Chris Guttman-McCabe, Chief Regulatory & Corporate Communications Officer, Anterix
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Wednesday, November 5
8:45 - 9:15 AMNetwork Collaboration and Expansion Deep in the Heart of Texas
Explore how utilities are addressing network boundaries and coordination challenges as they expand private LTE deployments.
Mike Brozek, VP, Customer Success
Jason Ervin, LCRA
Wendall Reimer, Xcel Energy -
Wednesday, November 5
10:15 - 10:45 AMLessons from NASCAR | Accelerating Success with Private Wireless Broadband
How utilities are accelerating with private wireless broadband—advancing safety and performance.
Steve Ryan, VP of Ecosystem & Partnerships
Jon Conway, Burns & McDonnell
Mitesh Parikh, GE Vernova -
Wednesday, November 5
11:00 - 11:30 AMFrom: 3x3 to 5x5 — What Does It Mean for Utilities?
Understanding spectrum expansion and its impact on utility growth.
Chris Guttman-McCabe, Chief Regulatory & Corporate Communications Officer
Carlos L’Abbate, Chief Technology & Engineering Officer -
Wednesday, November 5
12:00 PMLunch Keynote
Chris Guttman-McCabe, Chief Regulatory & Corporate Communications Officer, Anterix
Insights on how utilities are accelerating grid intelligence with private LTE.
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Thursday, November 6
10:15 - 12:15 PMAMI 2.0 Evolution Workshop
Driving Next-Gen AMI Innovation Through Collaboration
Mar Tarres, VP Commercial Operations, Anterix
Jimi Conway, ComEd
Richard Lam, Southern California Edison
Christopher Molineaux, Hawaiian Electric
Elaine Allyn, SDG&E
Explore 25+ Ecosystem Innovators Driving the Future of the Grid
The Anterix Active Ecosystem® brings together more than 125+ companies collaborating to deliver interoperable solutions for utilities. At UBBA 2025, you’ll find 26 ecosystem members in the Innovation Zone, showcasing how Connected Intelligence is already driving real-world results — from advanced sensors and analytics to workforce communications and AMI 2.0.
Explore how our 125+ ecosystem partners are driving innovation across the grid. Use our interactive map to connect with members exhibiting at UBBA — including technology vendors, integrators, and device manufacturers that power the private LTE movement.
Featuring more than 25 AAE members exhibiting in the Innovation Zone.
Keep Exploring Connected Intelligence with Anterix
Whether you're attending UBBA in person or following from afar, we’ll be sharing insights and content from the showcase, stage, and ecosystem throughout the week.
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