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Bill Abston

Jul 1, 2025

" Bill Abston serves as the Executive Director of Kansas Office of Broadband Development. He will oversee the state’s broadband initiatives that are expanding high-speed internet access across Kansas. Abston has more than three decades experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects, including fiber optic network development and utility construction. Abston…

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Jessica Henry

Jun 25, 2025

Jessica Henry, who joined the Office of Broadband Development in June 2023, brings a wealth of experience and education to her role. Holding a dual Bachelor of Arts degree in Corporate Communications and Public Relations from Washburn University, with a minor in Spanish, Jessica is currently pursuing a Master of…

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Jasmine Baca

Jun 25, 2025

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Russell Dunlap

Jun 25, 2025

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Stephen Shelton

Jun 24, 2025

Stephen, who joined the KOBD team in 2023, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for exploration. Originally from California and recently transplanted from Oregon, he has embraced Kansas since 2021, enjoying its rich history, connected communities, and diverse opportunities. Holding a Bachelor's degree from Portland State University and…

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Joseph Le

Jun 24, 2025

Joseph is currently the Interim Director of Broadband Development. Prior to this role, he was the Deputy Director of Broadband Development since January 2023. He brings a diverse background in politics, public service, and technology, and he graduated from the University of Kansas with a double major in Political Science…

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Morgan Barnes

Jun 24, 2025

Morgan Barnes joined the Office of Broadband Development in October of 2022. Her background includes a bachelor's from Wichita State University with an emphasis in Integrated Marketing Communications. Before joining the Office of Broadband Development, she worked in banking and higher education. Before moving to public service, Morgan was a…

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Casey Russell

Jun 24, 2025

Casey Russell, Broadband Infrastructure Program Manager for the Office of Broadband Development since April 2023, leverages over a decade of experience as a Network Engineer at KanREN. His expertise includes installing and managing fiber optic transport equipment, Route/Switch hardware, and customer premise equipment for a network serving 85 community anchor…

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Marie McNeal

Jun 24, 2025

Marie McNeal has served the Office of Broadband Development since December 2023 and brings a wealth of experience from her 25-year tenure at the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC), where she served as the Director of Grants and Quality Assurance. In this role, Marie managed grant programs supporting adult and…

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Joshua Edgar

Jun 24, 2025

Josh, a 6th generation Kansan born and raised, joined the Office of Broadband Development team March 2023, bringing a deep connection to his roots as his family still owns and farms the same land from the 1870s. An alumnus of Kansas State University with both bachelor's and master's degrees in…

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