Verizon Frontline demos public safety solutions at Axon Week

Apr 24, 2024 | Business

WASHINGTON, D.C. – WEBWIRE –

As a featured sponsor, Verizon Frontline will demonstrate its suite of public safety solutions at Axon Week. Hosted by public safety technology leader Axon, Axon Week combines two conferences, Axon Accelerate and TASERCON, to assemble the best from public safetys premier technology and training conferences.

Axon Week is the ideal environment to showcase Verizon Frontlines public safety solutions, said Michael Adams, vice president, public sector at Verizon. When you talk to as many first responders as we do, you know right away that 5G is a top priority when it comes to doing their job safely, and efficiently, Adams continued. And through our 5G spectrum holdings, Verizon is able to more quickly expand and enhance our 5G Ultra Wideband network nationwide more than doubling and, in some markets, tripling the 5G bandwidth available to serve first responders.

In addition to the solutions being demonstrated, Verizon Frontline is also participating in a number of panels and sessions.

Bryan Schromsky, managing partner for public sector at Verizon will join Lt. John Chapman from the Palm Beach County Sheriffs office to discuss the importance of 5G, with an emphasis on fleet management.

Verizons work with the Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office is a great example of both the agencys commitment to adopting cutting edge technology and innovation as part of their mission, and also Verizons ability to deliver more than 1,000 fixed wireless access points throughout Palm Beach County, enabling faster data transmission for critical operations such as real-time video surveillance, emergency communications, and access to cloud-based applications.

Schromsky will also present on network slicing on Wednesday, April 24.

Network slicing is emerging as a key component of any organizations cloud strategy, including in the public sector, said Schromsky. A field demonstration with Axon last year proved network slicing can be a game-changer in supporting mission-critical functions and enhancing situational awareness for first responders.

Verizon will have a number of mobile assets on display at the show floor, including its Rapid Response Connectivity Unit, a heavy-duty, all-terrain multi-user portable asset custom-built to help provide first responders with mission-critical connectivity under nearly any conditions. In addition, Verizons Robotic Emergency Dog, known as RED, will also be at the show. RED uses Private 5G for communications and is part of creating an emerging technology ecosystem that combines machine learning, AI, robotics, and analytics to create new capabilities.

For more information on Verizons work across the public sector, visit https://www.verizon.com/business/solutions/public-sector/

For more information on Verizon Public Sectors public safety solutions, visit www.verizon.com/Fronline

Axon Week takes place at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Verizon provides accessible, affordable and reliable connectivity options for those who need it most

Apr 17, 2024 | Business

New Verizon Forward offer brings home internet cost down to as low as $0 per month

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Verizon is committed to providing households with access to high-quality connectivity and reliable home internet without data caps, and does not believe that income should be a barrier to accessing it.

Funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program, which has helped nearly 23 million households across the nation connect to the internet, is expected to end soon. However, Verizons commitment to keeping families connected will continue.

Verizon Forward: Home Internet for as low as $20. Plus, new offer brings cost down to $0 per month1

In 2020, we launched Verizon Forward to help customers access affordable and reliable broadband, and we will continue to offer the program to customers who qualify. Verizon Forward offers Verizon Home Internet (Fios, 5G Home and LTE Home) for as low as $20 per month, and is available to new and existing Verizon customers.

To further help bridge the gap to cover the cost of home internet, Verizon recently launched a limited-time offer: An additional discount for new Verizon Forward subscribers that brings the cost of home internet down to $0 per month for six months.

Unlike other providers home internet assistance programs, Verizon Forward provides discounts on our standard in-market service options, with the speed and capacity needed for the multi-user demands of families for at-home work, learning and entertainment. Get details on the offer by visiting the Verizon Forward site: https://www.verizon.com/discounts/verizon-forward/.

What do customers get? Verizon Forward features the same service, reliability and choice that comes with being a Verizon customer to those who need access the most. For example, Fios speeds they get with Verizon Forward start at 300/300 Mbps.

Other providers programs limit subscribers to slower speeds and fewer features than in the services they offer to the general public.But with Verizon Forward, customers can choose the plan that works best for their families; and, even our lowest-cost plans have no data caps, equipment charges or annual contracts. Verizon Forward customers also have access to all limited-time promotions offered through Verizon when they sign up.

Who is eligible for Verizon Forward? Verizon Forward is available to new and existing Verizon customers and eligibility does not require Auto Pay or a Verizon wireless mobile plan to enroll. Households with 5G Home, LTE Home and ACP transfer-in customers may be eligible for Verizon Forward if they activate Verizon Home Internet service on an eligible plan, as well as households meeting additional eligibility income criteria. Plus, Verizon Forward can be combined with other discounts, like Lifeline and the Military & Veterans Discount.

Additional savings for prepaid mobility customers

Verizon will provide ACP customers in the Verizon Value portfolio of prepaid brands, including Straight Talk, Tracfone, Total by Verizon, Simple Mobile, SafeLink, Walmart Family Mobile, Net10, GoSmart and Page Plus, with the full ACP credit of $30 for the month of May as the government program winds down.

In addition to our no-contract, no-credit check plans, Verizon will continue to lead in the Lifeline program, providing eligible individuals with mobile connectivity, at no cost, through our SafeLink brand. To help customers transition from ACP, we will provide at no cost 10 GBs of data (more than twice that required to participate in Lifeline) to Lifeline-enrolled customers on Verizons award-winning network on our SafeLink brand. We will also expand the brands to which customers will be able to apply their Lifeline discount, enabling eligible customers to purchase the services of their choosing at a discounted rate, as well as offer discounted services on additional prepaid brands.

Citizen Verizon

In 2020, Verizon created Citizen Verizon, our responsible business plan for economic, environmental and social advancement, which includes efforts to drive greater digital inclusion. In total, with Citizen Verizon and other investments, Verizons five-year responsible business spend is expected to exceed $3 billion by 2025.

Verizon will continue its commitment to providing affordable access to connectivity for those who need it most.

Learn more about Verizon Forward and how to enroll by visiting https://www.verizon.com/discounts/verizon-forward/.

Read Verizons statement on supporting Affordable Connectivity legislation: https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-welcomes-federal-acp-legislation

1. Verizon Forward offer: Offer ends 9.3.24. Availability varies. For new eligible residential customers who first sign up for 5G Home, LTE Home or Fios 300 Mbps internet and then qualify for Verizon Forward. Subject to credit approval. $99 setup charge applies for Fios internet. $0/mo for 6 mos: Must install/activate eligible service by 9.30.24. $0/mo service for 6 months applied as a promo credit/Verizon Forward discountstarting w/in 1-2 billing cycles after installation/activation; promo credit ends if eligibility requirements are no longer met. After 6 months, you will be charged the then-current price. Verizon Forward: Approved verification documents required. Discount applied w/in 1-2 billing cycles after eligibility requirements are met. One discount per eligible Verizon account.

Verizon partners with Minnesota Technology Association to create tech career pathways in Minneapolis

Dec 13, 2023 | Business

MINNEAPOLIS, M.N. – WEBWIRE –

Verizon announces a $100,000 award to the Minnesota Technology Association (MnTech) for its youth and young adult workforce development program in Minneapolis. MnTech will provide underserved communities in Minneapolis with a clear pathway to well-paying technology careers.

The partnership is part of the Verizon Forward Community Enhancement Award, a $1 million national initiative equipping communities with the tools to navigate an increasingly technological world. Through culturally competent coaching and apprenticeships, the program will support access to technology fields for high school students and other young adults.

CompTIAs Cyberstates report predicts that Minnesota will need approximately 90,000 new technologists in the next 10 years to meet industry demand.1Through culturally competent coaching and apprenticeships, the program will support access to technology fields for high school students and other young adults.

We are grateful for Verizons generous investment in building the digitally skilled workforce needed to fuel the success of Minnesotas innovation economy, said Jeff Tollefson, MnTechs President & CEO. This gift will help open doors of opportunity for countless youth in Minneapolis.

For over 30 years, MnTech has nurtured innovation and inclusion in the tech community, enabling Minnesota businesses, professionals, and communities to thrive.

The Community Enhancement Award reflects Verizons commitment to advancing digital literacy and inclusion in the communities we serve, said Tony Lewis, Vice President of Public Policy for Verizon. We are committed to listening to and meeting communities where they are by partnering with innovative organizations, such as Minnesota Technology Association, to ensure communities have the digital skills and tools they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

Verizons small business partnerships are part of the companys goal to support one million small businesses to succeed in the digital economy by 2030. Through its free platform Small Business Digital Ready (SBDR), Verizon fosters inclusive growth across the country including reaching over 56,000 business owners in 2023.

This effort is also part of Citizen Verizon, Verizons responsible business plan for economic, environmental and social advancement. Programs like this build on the companys goals of preparing 500,000 individuals for jobs of the future, providing 10 million young people with digital skills, and supporting one million small businesses with resources to succeed in the digital economy. To learn more about Verizons Digital Inclusion efforts, visit CitizenVerizon.com.

Verizon commissions mural in Boston as part of #ACallForKindness

Aug 23, 2022 | Business

BOSTON, MA – WEBWIRE –



Verizon is spreading kindness in Boston, thanks to a partnership with local artist, Ben Jundanian to paint a custom mural at 1250 Massachusetts Ave. It’s all part of Verizon’s national #ACallForKindness campaign, which aims to make the world a kinder place, one act at a time.


“I have been painting cityscapes for the past ten years, taking the streets and neighborhoods and adding my own imaginative twist. I find that each place has its own personality and I try to emphasize the special nature of each place I depict,” said Ben Jundanian. “In this image I wanted to capture the character of Dorchester and the kindness of the community through my illustration. I am so excited to partner with Verizon’s #ACallForKindness and Dorchester Brewing Company to bring some kindness and life to a community I love so much!”


You can learn more about the artist and see his other murals on Instagram: @benjundanian.

Celebrating kindness through art

Verizon continues to spread kindness, one mural at a time, as it partners with local artists in cities across the country.


So far, we’ve completed more than 30 murals across the country. You can check out murals in Chicago, Denver, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Lexington, Madison, Nashville, NoLa, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh, Riverside, CA, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C.

s in choosing kindness

Take the kindness pledge at verizon.com/kindness, where you’ll find a number of options for kind acts. Click “Count Me In” and share your act of kindness using the hashtag #ACallForKindness. Tag three friends to spread the word.


Download and share Kind Cards that feature an act of kindness you can do today to make a difference. New Kind Cards are added each month so you’ll always have fresh cards to share.


Visit a Kindness mural in your neighborhood, scan the QR code and post a selfie with it on social media using the #ACallForKindness hashtag with the kind act you plan on performing.


Tell your employer to join the movement. We’re looking for more partners to help make the world a kinder place.

About the campaign

The #ACallForKindness campaign started in October 2020 with the goal of reminding everyone that we’re all in this together, and a little kindness goes a long way. Since then, we’ve shared a study on the state of kindness in America, and teamed up with two brothers walking across the country to raise money for restaurant workers and spread kindness; and recently launched our Fuel The Love campaign, surprising drivers at local gas stations with free tanks of gas.


To join the movement and learn more about #ACallForKindness campaign, visit https://www.verizon.com/kindness.

Verizon Frontline connects first responders battling wildfires nationwide

Aug 9, 2022 | Business

NEW YORK – WEBWIRE –


  • The Verizon Frontline Response Team has deployed nearly 1,000 Verizon Frontline solutions to wildland firefighters in 18 states this year alone.


  • Nearly 70 communities and 39 public safety agencies have received Verizon Frontline support during 2022 wildfire response efforts.

With more than 60 wildfires actively burning in more than a dozen states, the Verizon Frontline Response Team continues to deploy mission-critical communications technology in support of public safety agencies and the nearly 10,000 wildland firefighters currently on the front lines.


This year alone, the Verizon Frontline Response Team has deployed nearly 1,000 Verizon Frontline solutions to first responders in 18 states including Alaska, North Carolina, Florida, California, Texas and New Mexico.


Verizon Frontline technology has been delivered to multiple interagency command posts and 39 public safety agencies operating in nearly 70 communities. This technology provides mission-critical voice and data service to incident managers and firefighters operating in remote areas and helps coordinate fire mitigation efforts. The Verizon Frontline solutions provided by the Verizon Frontline Response Team have included Satellite Picocells on Trailers (SPOTs), routers, network extenders, mobile hotspots, smartphones and more.


“First responders are now battling wildfires year-round and we remain committed to delivering the reliable and secure communications technology they need to achieve their mission wherever and whenever they need it,” said Cory Davis, Director of Public Safety Operations for Verizon Frontline. “The Verizon Frontline Response Team stands ready to support wildland firefighters across the country as they work tirelessly to protect our communities.”


The Verizon Frontline Response Team has supported federal, state and local agencies at 49 named wildfires this year including Arizona’s Tunnel Fire, New Mexico’s Hermits Peak Fire, Colorado’s Marshall Fire and the Washburn Fire in Yosemite National Park.


This support is provided at no cost to the supported agencies and represents a continuation of Verizon Frontline’s commitment to investing and innovating in partnership with public safety and government.


Verizon Frontline is the advanced network and technology built for first responders – developed over nearly three decades of partnership with public safety officials and agencies on the front lines – to meet their unique and evolving needs.