Open Access Day 2025: Back; Bigger & Bolder
First off — a huge thank you to everyone who made Open Access Day 2024 such a success! Your energy, insights, and support were key to making it a standout moment for the open access community.
Now, we’re thrilled to announce:
Open Access Day 2025 is happening on June 1
Gaylord Opryland, Nashville, TN
12:00 PM to 5:00 PM – just before Fiber Connect kicks off
Attendance: Free- Invite your network!
This year, we’re leveling up. With the open access model gaining real traction across the U.S., we’re expecting 150–200 participants from across the investor, operator, and ISP ecosystem. And we’d love to have you be part of it again.
THE DAY | 12 pm to 5 pm | Insight. Connection. Momentum.
The event kicks off at 12:00 pm with a light stand-up lunch and your first opportunity to connect with key players in the industry. The afternoon program features:
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12pm-1 pm | A keynote session from an industry thought leader and lunch
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1pm-5pm | Three high-impact, highly interactive expert panels
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5pm-6pm | A post-panel networking session with beer and wine
THE NIGHT | 7 pm to 10 pm | The Open (Access) Bar Returns
Back by popular demand, our evening networking event — the Open (Access) Bar — sponsored by us and our Elite Partners will start at 7:00 PM at a location still to be revealed (we’re working on something extra special!). Expect great food, flowing drinks, and unbeatable networking.
AGENDA
Keynote – The Consolidation Race: Seizing the Golden Opportunity in Open Access
– Insights from Isak Finér, CRO, COS Systems
Open access is at a turning point. As fiber consolidation accelerates and competition intensifies, the window to lead—and win—in the open access space is closing fast. In this dynamic keynote, COS Systems CEO Isak Finér will unpack the forces driving the current wave of consolidation and what it means for operators, ISPs, investors, and municipalities alike.
With over a decade of experience at the forefront of open access innovation, Isak will explore where the real opportunities lie—both in untouched greenfields and underutilized brownfields. Attendees will gain critical insights into who’s moving fastest, where capital is flowing, and how agile players can secure long-term market position before the next wave of consolidation locks the doors.
This session is not just a call to action—it’s a strategic roadmap for anyone looking to thrive in the rapidly shifting landscape of open access broadband.
Panel Discussion I
Investor-Owned Open Access: The New Blueprint for Last Mile Networks
As open access gains momentum, investor-backed wholesale models are becoming the preferred approach to last-mile deployment. This panel will explore how groups like Meridiam, AT&T, Prime, DIG, and Ubiquity are reshaping the open access market. Hear directly from the leaders behind these networks on the financial models, operational strategies, and partnerships that are driving scalable, future-proof infrastructure.
Moderator: TBD
Panelists: TBD
Panel Discussion II
Lessons from the Frontlines: Do’s and Don’ts of Building Open Access Networks
What does it really take to launch and grow a successful Open Access network? Learn from the operators, ISPs, and municipal leaders who’ve already navigated the process. From vendor relationships to marketing and take-rate strategies, this panel delivers actionable insights and avoids the pitfalls others have faced.
Moderator: TBD
Panelists: TBD
Panel Discussion III
The Open Access ISP Playbook: Competing, Partnering, and Scaling
In an open access environment, success isn’t just about delivering great internet — it’s about standing out in a shared market, building strong relationships with infrastructure partners, and scaling smart.
This panel dives into the strategies that high-performing ISPs are using to thrive on open access networks. From pricing models and customer experience to marketing tactics and platform integration, we’ll hear directly from ISPs about what’s working, what’s not, and how to grow in a competitive, multi-provider landscape.
Whether you’re already operating on open access networks or exploring the model for the first time, this session is packed with actionable insights and real-world examples to help you sharpen your edge.
Moderator: TBD
Panelists: TBD
Sponsorship Opportunities
We’ve updated the sponsorship packages to give you even more visibility and connection time with your target audience.
Open Access Day Partner – $1,500
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Logo featured on all event marketing (website, social, signage)
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Verbal recognition during the general session keynote
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Guaranteed speaking slot on one of our three panels
(Panel selection based on order of signup)
Open Access Elite Partner – $3,000
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Premium logo placement across all event materials
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Recognition at the general session keynote
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Guaranteed panel speaking slot
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Featured branding + 5-minute speaking opportunity at the Open Access Bar
Attendance is Free — Invite Your Network
As always, Open Access Day is free to attend.
As a sponsor, we encourage you to invite colleagues, partners, or anyone curious about the open access model.
Note: Open Access Day registration does not include access to Fiber Connect.
Ready to sponsor or have questions?
Get in touch with us at adam.puckett@cossystems.com or reach out directly through the links below.
Let’s make Open Access Day 2025 one for the books!
