Mission Broadband and HealthConnect Networks Announce Expansion

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Mission Broadband and HealthConnect Networks Announce Expansion

Bangor-based digital pioneer adds two new team members

BANGOR, Maine (July, 2, 2024) – As demand for access to high-speed Internet continues to grow, Mission Broadband, a leader in strategic broadband planning for New England, is pleased to announce the addition of Nathanial Gass to its staff, and the addition of Amy Anderson to its sister company, HealthConnect Networks.

Mission Broadband is an independent consulting firm based in Bangor, Maine, working to bring equitable broadband access to all, helping communities access funding to build networks through public-private partnerships.

Nathaniel Gass has joined Mission Broadband as a Business Analyst and Network Technician. Previously Gass was a freelance Software QA Tester, and was the Community Development Director for electronic sports (esports) team, Polar Ace. He is currently pursuing his master's degree in Computer Science at Arizona State University.

Amy Anderson has joined Mission’s sister company, HealthConnect Networks, as Director of Account Management. HealthConnect Networks connects hospitals and healthcare systems nationwide with Healthcare Connect Fund subsidies administered by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). In this role, Amy will be responsible for customer relations and business development.

Amy comes to HealthConnect Networks from the Salvation Army, where she served as Director of Gift Planning for nearly a decade. She brings more than 24 years of account management and fundraising experience to this new role. She previously worked at organizations including Ovation Fundraising Counsel LLC, the Cancer Community Center, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and United Way of Greater Portland.

“It is an exciting time as we grow our team,” said Jim Rogers, founder of Mission Broadband and

HealthConnect Networks. “The need for broadband for families, hospitals businesses, and communities has never been more intense. With the addition of Nathaniel, and Amy we are well-positioned to meet that need.”

About Mission Broadband and HealthConnect Networks
Mission Broadband is a Maine-based company committed to helping clients across the United States gain insights and solve challenges related to broadband connectivity through our community focused approach and dedication to broadband equity. Mission Broadband serves 530 communities throughout Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. Mission Broadband’s sister company, HealthConnect Networks, works to advance health care nationwide, by improve telecommunications and reducing costs. The company designs fast, stable, and secure health care data and broadband networks for hospitals, health care systems, and medical clinics, and helps them access federal subsidies from the Healthcare Connect Fund, which is administered by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). HealthConnect Networks has worked with 2,500 healthcare locations and 180 healthcare systems since its founding in 2013. From healthcare and business to education, access to broadband shapes the future of every citizen and we are committed to bringing equitable access to all. For more information, visit www.missionbroadband.com.

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