Mar 17, 2025
Bill Abston serves as the 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 has proven…
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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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Joseph has served 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 and Psychology. He served as Chief of Staff for Kansas House Minority…
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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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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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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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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 Program…
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Shelley Paasch, the Kansas Office of Broadband Partnerships Coordinator, leverages 20 years of team management and leadership experience, coupled with 16 years of expertise in ecosystem building, relationship cultivation, and community outreach. Specializing in rural entrepreneurship and economic development, she excels in bridging gaps for businesses in local, unserved, and…
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