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<p class="MsoNormal">The new <a href="https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/mihi">
Michigan High-Speed Internet Office</a> has hired their new <a href="https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2022/07/26/gilchrist-announces-eric-frederick-selected-as-first-chief-connectivity-officer">
Chief Connectivity Officer</a> and it is Eric Frederick, formerly of Connect Michigan. You may already be familiar with Eric or have worked with him before. He has been a super advocate of libraries and other community anchor institutions during his career
and works closely with staff at the Library of Michigan. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Below is an upcoming event of interest to those wanting to learn more about broadband programs in Michigan. Please use the links provided and direct any questions about the event to the MIHI office.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Shannon<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Shannon White<br>
Library Development Manager<br>
Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909<br>
<a href="mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov">Whites29@michigan.gov</a> 517-335-1507 | <a href="http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan">
www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan</a> <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Internet for All: Michigan Local Coordination Workshop<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Greetings,<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">My name is Eric Frederick, and I am the new <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fwhitmer%2Fnews%2Fpress-releases%2F2022%2F07%2F26%2Fgilchrist-announces-eric-frederick-selected-as-first-chief-connectivity-officer&data=05%7C01%7CWhiteS29%40michigan.gov%7C7680853a9ea14ec2670408da75b9267a%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637951735348768994%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qg%2BhUnDUyGke1DjXDxtZuyTUw1vl8FnWRshfg3bS198%3D&reserved=0">
Chief Connectivity Officer</a> leading the Michigan High-Speed Internet (MIHI) Office at the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. While my tenure in this position just began, I am excited to work with you and the myriad of other communities, organizations,
non-profits, and internet service providers to ensure every Michigander can access the internet to improve their quality of life.
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<p class="MsoNormal">One of first things I want to do is invite you to an <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Finternet-for-all-michigan-local-coordination-workshop-tickets-392074594667&data=05%7C01%7CWhiteS29%40michigan.gov%7C7680853a9ea14ec2670408da75b9267a%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637951735348768994%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PWi8IgLfb%2BqmEH8GecZWI%2Ft04vjZWaS%2F1%2FRKoYnZuxA%3D&reserved=0">
event</a> on August 18<sup>th</sup> that the MIHI Office is hosting in partnership with the National Telecommunications and Information Administration:
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Finternet-for-all-michigan-local-coordination-workshop-tickets-392074594667&data=05%7C01%7CWhiteS29%40michigan.gov%7C7680853a9ea14ec2670408da75b9267a%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637951735348768994%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PWi8IgLfb%2BqmEH8GecZWI%2Ft04vjZWaS%2F1%2FRKoYnZuxA%3D&reserved=0">The
Internet for All: Michigan Local Coordination Workshop</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Join community leaders, federal representatives, and staff from the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office on August 18<sup>th</sup> at this
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Finternet-for-all-michigan-local-coordination-workshop-tickets-392074594667&data=05%7C01%7CWhiteS29%40michigan.gov%7C7680853a9ea14ec2670408da75b9267a%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637951735348768994%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PWi8IgLfb%2BqmEH8GecZWI%2Ft04vjZWaS%2F1%2FRKoYnZuxA%3D&reserved=0">
free event</a> to learn about critical programs to expand broadband infrastructure and digital equity throughout the state. During this day-long summit, discussions will include local government and community needs, legislative and program updates, working
with industry, data collection and mapping, and supply chain and talent needs, among others.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Connecting all Michiganders to affordable, reliable high-speed internet is critical to our economic stability and this event will provide an opportunity for us to discuss ways we can work together to efficiently and effectively utilize
broadband funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and other federal broadband dollars to the maximum extent.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">I encourage you to forward this invitation to others in your network and your organizational members.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">I look forward to working with you and hope to see you on <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Finternet-for-all-michigan-local-coordination-workshop-tickets-392074594667&data=05%7C01%7CWhiteS29%40michigan.gov%7C7680853a9ea14ec2670408da75b9267a%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637951735348768994%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PWi8IgLfb%2BqmEH8GecZWI%2Ft04vjZWaS%2F1%2FRKoYnZuxA%3D&reserved=0">
August 18<sup>th</sup></a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#2E74B5">Eric Frederick</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:#2E74B5">
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#44546A">Chief Connectivity Officer
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</span><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#C45911">Michigan High-Speed Internet Office</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#7BBDE1"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#FFC000">Dept. of Labor & Economic Opportunity</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#2E74B5">State of Michigan</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#44546A">Lansing, MI 48933 </span><o:p></o:p></p>
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