BEAD Restructuring & CBRS: What You Need to Know

By Becky Bobzien-Simms and Kurt Schaubach

As the national broadband landscape rapidly evolves, the rules and resources shaping broadband deployment are shifting right along with it. In this on-demand webinar, Federated Wireless CRO Becky Bobzien-Simms and CTO Kurt Schaubach unpack the latest updates to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program — and what they mean for service providers looking to leverage CBRS (Citizens Broadband Radio Service) to expand high-speed internet access.

The BEAD Restructuring: What Changed?

The BEAD program, originally established to bring broadband to underserved communities, is undergoing key regulatory and policy updates that could significantly impact how funds are allocated and which technologies qualify for support. As more states finalize their Five-Year Action Plans and Initial Proposals, providers must navigate a more complex — but opportunity-rich — funding environment.

This webinar explores:

New BEAD rules that impact technology neutrality and the definition of reliable broadband
Eligibility criteria for fixed wireless deployments using shared spectrum
Implications for rural and unserved markets

Why CBRS Is the Opportunity You Can’t Miss

As BEAD regulations evolve, CBRS has emerged as a front-runner for enabling flexible, scalable, and cost-effective broadband deployments, especially in hard-to-reach areas. With the right ecosystem, operators can rapidly stand up networks that deliver performance on par with fiber — without the long build-out timelines or prohibitive costs.

During the session, you’ll learn how Federated Wireless and our partners are pioneering shared spectrum use cases with:

End-to-end CBRS network support
BEAD-compliant fixed wireless access (FWA) solutions
A proven ecosystem of OEMs, tower providers, and system integrators

Whether you’re a rural ISP, tribal operator, utility, or enterprise deploying private broadband, this session offers actionable insights on aligning your strategy with BEAD funding — and scaling with shared spectrum.