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WTA Spring Educational Forum – April  13-16, 2025

Make plans today and join us in beautiful Miramar Beach, Florida at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Resort. Ride the Waves of Change at WTA’s Spring Educational Forum in Miramar Beach, FL, from April 13-16, 2025 at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa! As the tides of rural broadband shift, join us to explore new opportunities and navigate challenges through insightful educational sessions and expert speakers. Together, we’ll embrace innovation, chart fresh courses, and make an impact in the communities you serve. Don’t get swept away—catch the Waves of Change with us!

Spring Forum Registration
Reserve your room today!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Topic & Speaker Submission

EMERALD SPONSORS

Thank you to our Emerald Sponsors for their financial support and commitment of WTA’s 2025 Educational Forums.

 

CORAL FORUM SPONSORS

Thank you to our Coral Sponsors for their support and commitment to WTA’s 2025 Spring Educational Forums.

 

TURQUOISE SPONSORS

Thank you to our Turquoise Sponsors for their support and commitment to WTA’s 2025 Spring Educational Forums.

 

Spring A LA CARTE Sponsors

Thank you to our Spring Educational Forum A La Carte Sponsors for their support and commitment.

TOLY DIGITAL | TCA | OLSEN THIELEN | TELCOM INSURANCE GROUP

Spring Educational Forum Agenda (Subject to Change)

Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Sunday, April 13, 2025:
Sunday, April 13th:  Table-Top Set Up/Registration/ Welcome Reception

Monday, April 14, 2025:
Monday, April 14th:  Opening/General Session I/Golf Tournament/Beach Party

Tuesday, April 15, 2025:
Tuesday, April 15th:  Committee Breakfast Meetings/General Session II & III/PPC Luncheon Meeting/Dinner on Your Own

Wednesday, April 16, 2025:
Wednesday, April 16th:  Committee Breakfast Meetings/General Session IV/Adjourn at 12:00p/Board of Directors Luncheon Meeting

2025 WTA Sponsorship Opportunities

STEP INTO THE SPOTLIGHT AND MAKE WAVES WITH WTA’S 2025 TAILORED SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES AND RIDE THE TIDE OF SUCCESS!

Are you ready to make waves and boost your brand’s visibility among key industry leaders, decision-makers, and innovators in 2025? WTA invites you to join us on an exciting journey with our tailored sponsorship packages for our spring and fall educational forums. These beach-inspired events are designed to elevate your brand to new heights with our members!

Why Sponsor WTA’s 2025 Educational Forums?
1. Unrivaled Exposure: Gain unparalleled visibility among a diverse audience of influential industry professionals.
2. Connect with Industry Leaders: Forge valuable connections, partnerships, and collaborations with industry leaders and decision-makers in a dynamic and engaging environment.
3. Networking Opportunities: Forge meaningful connections with potential clients, partners, and industry stakeholders during our forums and networking events.
4. Leave a Lasting Impression: Showcase your brand’s commitment to innovation and excellence, leaving a lasting impression on attendees and potential customers.

2025 SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE:
1. Emerald Sponsorship Packages
2. Coral Sponsorship Packages
3. Turquoise Sponsorship Packages
4. À la Carte Sponsorships are available but are not part of the sponsorship packages.

The Emerald, Coral and Turquoise packages are structured based on associate member feedback; membership growth; increased attendance; and networking opportunities with industry leaders. Sponsorship packages are designed to give sponsors the opportunity for exclusive sponsorships for greater exposure. Packages provide a variety of benefits, from logo on print and digital communications; signage and visual branding to sponsored events; promotional items; event/session recognition; and more. Choosing a sponsorship package ensures continuous recognition not just during our educational forums but throughout the entirety of 2025.

Customization is available, and we are happy to fine-tune our sponsorship packages to your specific needs. Want to sponsor something not on the list? Let us know and we can work with you to develop a unique sponsorship that meets your marketing needs! Packages may be combined for additional exposure.

Empower your brand, embrace the beach vibes, and make waves at WTA’s 2025 Spring and Fall Educational Forums! Contact Taylor Myers (taylor@w-t-a.org) to secure or customize a sponsorship package today.

View 2025 Sponsorship Opportunities

 *Sponsorship information updated as of 11.19.24  – Contact Taylor for the most up-to-date sponsorship information at 406-443-6377.

WTA’s Educational Planning Committee Seeks Session Topics and Speakers for 2025 Educational Forums

WTA’s Educational Planning Committee invites you to share your knowledge and expertise with the attendees at the 2025 WTA Spring (April 13-16, 2025, Miramar Beach, FL) & Fall Educational Forum (October 5-8, 2025, Kauai, HI). WTA has always offered a remarkable lineup of education and networking opportunities targeting the needs and concerns of the WTA membership.

SUBMISSION PROCESS:
The deadline for submitting session proposals for the Spring Educational Forum is December 31, 2024 and the Fall Educational Forum is April 30, 2025. All proposals must be submitted through the 2025 Educational Session Submission link below. Incomplete proposals will not be considered. A separate proposal must be submitted for each proposed session.

Topic & Speaker Submission Here

WTA Spring Forum Online Registration

Spring Forum Registration

Spring Registration Information

  • Member Full Registration:
    $995 by January 31st / $1,095 after January 31st / $1,195 at-the-door
    • Registration includes admittance into all educational sessions and social events (does not include golf).
  • Sponsoring Associate Members Registration:
    $995 by January 31st / $1,095 after January 31st / $1,195 at-the-door
    • Registration includes admittance into all educational sessions and social events (does not include golf). Sponsoring Registration is for Emerald, Coral, Turquoise or Spring A la Carte Sponsors only.
  • Non-Sponsoring Associate Members Registration:
    $1,095 by January 31st / $1,195 after January 31st / $1,295 at-the-door
    • Registration includes admittance into all educational sessions and social events (does not include golf).
  • Non-WTA Telco Member Full Registration:
    $1,595 by January 31 / $1,695 after January 31 / $1,795 at-the-door
    • Registration includes admittance into all educational sessions and social events (does not include golf).
  • Non-WTA Associate Member Registration:
    $2,095 by January 31st / $2,195 after January 31st / $2,295 at-the-door
    • Registration includes admittance into all educational sessions and social events (does not include golf).
  • Social Registration for Spouse/Guest/Children 4 and older (Note: Social Registrations are not for any employee/owner/board member of a telecommunications/broadband provider, industry associations, vendor/associate member, federal, state employee in the industry).
    $300 by January 31st / $350 after January 31st / $400 at-the-door
    • Registration includes admittance to all Receptions, Beach Party and Breaks (does not include golf). Single event tickets are not available for purchase.
    • Children under 3 Registration: Children pricing is based on resort pricing for food/beverage/taxes/gratuity. Resorts do not adjust pricing based on age. Please contact taylor@w-t-a.org for pricing.
  • WTA Golf Tournament – Monday, April 14th, 2025
    $250 by January 31st / $275 after January 31st / $300 at-the-door (if space available)
    • Includes greens fee, cart fee, range balls, tournament fees, sales tax, and box lunch. Beverage carts will circulate during the tournament. The conference full/social registration fee is required in addition to your golf fee to participate in the tournament.
  • Golf Club Rentals – Limited Number of Rentals Available
    $80 per set (sales tax included)
    • Rental clubs must be paid along with registration and golf fees.  There are a limited number of rental clubs available.  Once they are sold out the golf course is unable to provide additional rentals.

Cancellation Policy and Liability

WTA will refund 50% of registration fees (golf and sponsorships will not receive any refund) if written notice of cancellation (kelly@w-t-a.org) is received on or before January 31, 2025 (phone call cancellations will not be accepted). NO REFUNDS will be made for cancellation requests received after January 31, 2025.

It is mutually agreed that WTA is not responsible for damaged, lost or stolen property, or personal injuries resulting from any cause. All claims for any such loss, damage or injury are expressly waived by the attendee or exhibitor.

HILTON SANDESTIN BEACH GOLF RESORT & SPA IS THE WTA SPRING EDUCATIONAL FORUM HEADQUARTERS

Everything You Need at One Florida Gulf Coast Beach Resort to Learn and Relax!

One of the best things about Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa is the range of amenities and activities available. From dining to beach activities, yoga classes, shopping and more — the Resort has everything you need to unwind, all in one location. Plus, a prime location directly on Florida’s Gulf Coast beaches! Plan to stay a few extra days before or after the WTA Spring Meeting to enjoy everything the Resort and area has to offer.

WTA has contracted a limited number of rooms directly with the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. WTA will not have the opportunity to increase the number of contracted rooms once the group block is full. Be sure to check the hotel’s tax, resort fees, parking fees, additional persons charge, early departure, and cancellation policies when making your reservations.

RESORT RESERVATIONS:
Call the Hilton Sandestin directly at 1.850.267.9500 (Group Code is WTA 2025 Spring) or click here to make your hotel reservations. Cut-off date for the group reservations, based on availability is March 10, 2025. (If you have any problems with your reservation, please contact Taylor at taylor@w-t-a.org.)

RESORT RATES:
A mixture of double/double and king beach view and partial beach view rooms are available at $289 per night. Room rates are based on double occupancy ($20 per night charge for each additional person) and subject to applicable state and local taxes in effect at time of check-in. Room rates do not include a discounted $15 daily resort fee (normally $40 daily resort fee). The Resort fee covers items, including but not limited to, self-parking, Resort Tram Service; and guest room Wi-Fi. Rates apply only to those registered and attending the WTA Spring Educational Forum. Resort rate is good for three (3) days prior and three days after the program dates, if rooms are available.

DEPOSIT/CANCELLATION:
The Resort requires a one night’s room deposit at the time of booking. The required advance deposit for each reservation is refundable only if the reservation is canceled or arrival/departure dates are changed at least fourteen (14) days prior to arrival date. Rates apply only to those registered and attending the WTA Spring Educational Forum. Resort check-in time begins at 4:00p. Resort check-out time is 11:00a.

EARLY DEPARTURE FEE:
The Resort may add an early checkout fee of one room night and tax to the guest’s individual account for early departures. Attendees wishing to avoid an early checkout fee should advise the Resort at least fourteen (14) days prior to arrival date with any change in planned length of stay to avoid the early departure fee.

Reserve your room today!

SPA DISCOUNT AVAILABLE

Ultimate Luxury at Destin’s Finest Spa! The name truly sums up what this spa is all about. A visit to Serenity by the Sea Spa at Hilton Sandestin Beach is a calming and comforting treat that shouldn’t be missed while you’re at the Resort. This world-class spa’s atmosphere, services and products, inspired by the seaside setting on beautiful Destin beach, will leave you feeling refreshed, relaxed and rejuvenated.

Spa services, including facials, massages and body treatments for both men and women, incorporate elements like seawater pearls and sea salts – inspired by the location on the lovely Emerald Coast. The 14,500-square-foot spa property features colors and décor inspired by the sand and sea. It houses spa facilities – men’s and women’s whirlpools, saunas, steam rooms and lounges – as well as a separate full-service salon, nail salon and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

To make reservations contact the Spa at 850.622.9595 or Serenity By The Sea Spa. A 15% spa discount is available to WTA attendees (excludes packages and products).

ABOUT MIRAMAR BEACH, FLORIDA

Miramar Beach is a city in northwest Florida. It’s known for its incredible Gulf of Mexico sugar white sand beaches, emerald water, world-class deep-sea fishing, golf courses, nature trails, waterfalls and pools, and boat loads of outdoor adventures. You’ll find just what you need in Miramar Beach, Florida, where temperatures heat up and the city comes to life!

GETTING TO/FROM MIRAMAR BEACH, FLORIDA
With daily flights from many international airports, including Atlanta, Houston, Washington, Dallas, Nashville, Baltimore and Orlando and within a relaxing drive along the beach from three main regional airports, getting to the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa could not be easier. Located along US. Hwy 98, the property is easy to find. Emerald waters, sugar-white sands await you.

Fort Walton Beach (Airport Code VPS): 24 miles to the Resort
• Turn RIGHT onto Hwy 85 North/Government Ave (2 miles)
• Turn LEFT onto Hwy 20 East/John Sims Pkwy (6 miles)
• Turn RIGHT onto Hwy 293 South; Cross Mid-Bay Bridge ($4.00 Toll) (7 miles)
• Turn LEFT onto Hwy 98 East (6 miles)
• Turn RIGHT onto Sandestin Blvd South and proceed through Sandestin guard gate

From Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport Panama City (Airport Code ECP): 40 miles to the Resort
• Turn RIGHT onto Hwy 388 West (4 miles)
• Turn LEFT onto Hwy 79 South (5 miles)
• Turn RIGHT onto Hwy 98 West (30 miles)
• Turn LEFT onto Sandestin Blvd South and proceed through Sandestin guard gate

From Pensacola Regional Municipal Airport Pensacola/ (Airport Code PNS): 65 miles
• Turn LEFT onto North 9th Ave/CR-289 (6 miles)
• Turn LEFT onto Gregory St/Hwy 98 East (40 miles)
• Turn RIGHT onto Sandestin Blvd South and proceed through Sandestin guard gate

WTA’S SPRING GOLF TOURNAMENT – MONDAY, APRIL 14, 2025

A natural wonder that presents drama and strategy on every tee. Robert Trent Jones Jr. crafted this unique and visually stunning 6,900-yard par 71 into what he calls “a true modern traditional.” Masterfully carved through the marshes and pine trees of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, golfers can elevate their game with a myriad of exciting shot options.

Experience dramatic changes in color and texture throughout the course, such as large, undulating greens that make club selection an essential part of each round. Raven was home to the Boeing Championship—a stop on the PGA Champions Tour—in 2006 and 2007.

Raven Sandestin Golf Club is located at 1199 Troon Drive, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 and can be reached at (850) 267-8155.

Golf Club Rentals:
$80 per set (sales tax included)
Rental clubs must be paid along with registration and golf fees.
*There are a limited number of rental clubs available and once they are sold out the golf course is unable to provide rental clubs.

Shot Gun Start: 12:30p (check-in required by 12:00p)

Teams: Pairing requests will not be accepted. Golf pairings will be selected as follows: All associate member and member golfers will be divided evenly among all the teams. Spouses will be paired together.

A minimum of 60 golfers will be required for a shotgun start. Be sure to check with the WTA Registration Desk prior to the Tournament to verify rules, teams and shot gun start/tee times. Proper golf attire is required.

Golf Club Rental Form

Spring Educational Forum Attire

Resort casual is the dress throughout WTA’s Spring Educational Forum (unless otherwise noted). Just as a reminder it is difficult to maintain a comfortable temperature for everyone in the meeting rooms. Please bring a jacket or sweater for your comfort. This is a large resort, wear comfortable shoes and plan your time accordingly.

RUS Meetings Available

Private meetings with RUS representatives from Washington, DC will be scheduled on Monday and Tuesday. WTA invites you to take advantage of these one-on-one meetings. Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please complete the RUS information on the Registration Form to schedule your meeting times.

If you have any questions, please contact WTA at 202.548.0202 or email eric@w-t-a.org.

Questions & Special Needs

If you have any questions or need any assistance regarding the WTA Spring Meeting or need accommodations to fully participate, please contact WTA.

Call 406-443-6377 or email taylor@w-t-a.org