Stephen Cox returned to Indiana as Chief Broadband Officer after retiring in Florida, finding the role rewarding yet challenging. Initially, responsible for the entire state broadband office with only one colleague, he has now expanded the team to 17. Cox prioritizes stakeholder communication, ensuring that feedback from local leaders influences the distribution of broadband funding, particularly for the BEAD program. His focus on community engagement aims to effectively address the needs of rural areas in Indiana, enhancing broadband accessibility for underserved populations.
Cox emphasized the importance of stakeholder communication, stating, "As we built the program out, we wanted to make sure we communicated with stakeholders on all aspects and get their feedback."
Cox reflected on the challenge of leading Indiana's Broadband Office, saying, "It seemed like an incredibly interesting challenge, doing something I felt would have tremendous impact for those that really needed it."
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