The network, solutions, and services partner that securely connects North Carolina's community anchor institutions.

Research Triangle Park, NC
Joined April 2009
In this episode of #ConnectedNation, we explore how North Carolina’s statewide fiber network is powering everything from AI research to “medical-grade” connectivity that supports telehealth across rural communities. 🎧LISTEN HERE: bit.ly/4br2FNZ
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Office of Digital Opportunity Director Maggie Woods, Mapping Lead Stephanie Jane Edwards, @KennethSherin and @zackhawkinsnc led an @MCNC Community Day panel on how partnerships can help North Carolinians get the skills, devices and internet access needed in our digital world.
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Deputy Secretary @annettetaylorNC, @NCSCIO, Susan McLeod, Nicole Coughlin and Tracy Doakes led a panel yesterday at @MCNC Community Day to discuss the future of women in tech and the importance of preparing for AI and advanced technologies. #MCNCCommunityDay
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MCNC retweeted
Hooray for @mcnc's Community Day! @NCSCIO gave a keynote address and joined @NCBroadband Deputy Secretary Annette Taylor on a panel highlighting women in tech. Our team also discussed broadband funding & digital opportunity, and @NCSCIO was honored with the MCNC Empower Award.
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#AnchorNets2025 is one week away! Join broadband leaders for three days of collaboration and impact. Don’t miss sessions like Research & Education Networks Advancing Community Healthcare. 📅 Oct 29–31 | Crystal City, VA 🔗 shlb.org/anchornets-2025
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Deputy Secretary @AnnetteTaylorNC celebrated the new Johnston Community College Fiber Optic Technician Training Program in Four Oaks yesterday. This hands-on training will equip participants to support NC broadband expansion projects. @Corning @jccEDU @gobrightspeed @mcnc
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Cybersecurity threats are on the rise – and from schools to hospitals to your own home computer, connecting safely has never been more important. Consumer Investigator Caresse Jackman talks about why expanding access must include protecting your data. youtu.be/ntMe8EZVfo4
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Congratulations Pankaj @OARnet!!! ... thequilt.net/quilt-news/the-… Please join us in celebrating this year's recipient of the Dave Reese Distinguished Service Award. #QuiltinDearborn #RENsRock
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Former FCC Chairwoman @JRosenworcel will deliver remarks at #AnchorNets2025, where broadband policy meets real-world action. Agenda highlights: ⤷ Extreme Conditions, Extraordinary Response ⤷ Enhancing Rural Health Care Resilience See the full agenda➤ shlb.org/anchornets-2025
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Tomorrow! Learn how evolving federal guidance, grant programs, and threat intelligence will impact the focus on state and local preparedness. @AspenInstitute @DellTech @mcnc #Technology #leadership Register for free here: napawash.org/events/state-an…
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We’re proud to welcome MCNC as a Silver Sponsor of #AnchorNets2025! @mcnc provides high-performance internet, cybersecurity, & IT services to NC’s schools, libraries, health providers, and public agencies. Register by Aug 20 to save $100 on AnchorNets: shlb.org/anchornets-2025
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🎤 NEW PODCAST — From Middle Mile to high stakes in the High Court: MCNC's leadership tackles connectivity in a unique way We chat with @MCNC CEO Tracy Doaks about connecting schools, healthcare, and more across North Carolina. 🎧 Listen now: bit.ly/45HP42I
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🎉 Welcome to Our Newest Members! 🎉 ⭐Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes ⭐AccessPlus ⭐LHTC Broadband ⭐Loop Internet ⭐MCNC ⭐ProTek Fiber ⭐Elecnor Broadband ⭐ITA ⭐Kaptivate ⭐Universal Services #FiberBroadband #FBA #NewMembers#ConnectedCommunity #BroadbandInnovation
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For the first time, public and charter school IT staff got a deep dive into the full scope of @ncpublicschools resources and services provided at no cost during the pilot NCDPI #K12 #Cybersecurity Bootcamp. Learn more: bit.ly/43unUJA @mcnc @nclgisa @NCDIT
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Tracy Doaks, President and CEO of MCNC, will deliver a keynote at the State Broadband Summit on Wednesday, June 4 at Fiber Connect 2025 in Nashville! Register Now: hubs.la/Q03m_vCJ0 #FiberConnect25 #FC25 #FiberBroadband #Broadband
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The 2025 edition of The Quilt Circle is now available! ... thequilt.net/the-quilt-circl… Thanks for all of the incredible contributions this year to make it the biggest issue published to date. Please enjoy and share any feedback with us. #RENsRock #QuiltCircle
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eNCore, a new organization formed by Fybe, @mcnc and Roanoke Cooperative have announced the leaders who will be spearheading the efforts to bridge the digital divide in North Carolina. Read the full press release here: encorenc.org/encore-names-bo…
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.@NC_Governor has proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month to recognize the importance of online safety. Being aware of cyberthreats is especially critical in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Learn more & get tips: governor.nc.gov/news/press-r… #SecureOurWorld #CyberSecureNC
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It begins with a sneaky attempt from a hacker and ends with them being devastatingly disappointed. Your new passwords have many characters: letters, numbers and symbols and they stop attacks. Learn about online safety: it.nc.gov/CyberSecureNC #CyberSecureNC #SecureOurWorld
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