Universal Service Fund and Intercarrier Compensation Reform

Categorized Under: Community Development

ICF’s Michael Spead discussed the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) framework to modernize Universal Service Fund (USF) and Intercarrier Compensation (ICC) regulations to support next generation broadband deployment and adoption. This reform, provided by the FCC on October 27, 2011, drastically transforms ICC rate structures and redirects the billions of dollars in annual USF support.

In this webinar, Mr. Spead analyzed the impact of the FCC's order as well as the risks and opportunities it presents for regulators and providers. The broadband landscape is changing, and this webinar provided critical information for state regulators and service and equipment providers to understand the new rules.

For example:

Who are the winners and losers under the new regulatory framework?
How can states strategically position themselves to maximize funding opportunities, minimize negative impacts, and fill gaps left in the new federal program?
How can providers gain access to and maximize funding opportunities to ensure long-term viability?
What are the funding opportunities in tribal lands?

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Presenter

Michael Spead
Senior Technical SpecialistICF International

Michael Spead, former Senior Manager of the High Cost Program, has more than 10 years of experience in telecommunications and broadband, with competencies in technical, regulatory, business process, and financial analysis. He monitors changes in the broadband and telecommunications regulatory environment to support state, local, and commercial entities with technical and advisory services.

For the Universal Service Administrative Company, he performed program and regulatory compliance management and business process analysis to balance operational efficiency and control. He also served as an ambassador for a nationwide outreach initiative with telecommunications firms to build relationships, train industry leaders, and address issues relating to the Universal Service Fund (USF).