EMPOWER Named Top Three Finalist
For 2026 Fiber Broadband Association Star Award
EMPOWER Broadband has earned national recognition as a top three finalist for the 2026 Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) Star Award. Finalists were selected by the FBA Conference Committee. This recognition highlights leadership in expanding fiber-to-the-home access and delivering community impact.
Each year, the Fiber Broadband Association recognizes organizations and communities that demonstrate exceptional leadership and innovation in advancing the Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) industry. The Star Award specifically honors those that exceed expectations in expanding access, driving technological advancement, and delivering meaningful impact through fiber broadband deployment.
“We’ve always believed our work is about more than infrastructure — it’s about empowering the communities we serve with new opportunities,” said Casey Logan, MEC president & CEO. “Being named a top three finalist for this award reinforces that we are making a real and lasting difference.”
Through the successful completion of several full-scale FTTH buildouts in areas historically underserved or overlooked by others, EMPOWER Broadband has delivered fast, scalable, and future-ready connectivity. Its emphasis on local leadership, accountability, and community impact distinguishes EMPOWER as a model for how community-based providers can advance fiber access and help close the digital divide nationwide.