b'I N DUSTRY FO REWO RDFor the last fifty years, our industry has been counted out more times than I can remember. And yet, decade after decade we successfully reinvent ourselves and evolve our business model to not only survive, but thrive in anever-changing and complex digital world. Why is that? Certainly, on one level we are blessed with powerful, fiber-rich networks that have fueled innovation and played a critical role in the development of the Internet ecosystem as we know it. Simply put, Web 2.0 doesnt exist without fast, reliable, and ubiquitous connectivity. Broadband changed everything, and we were the firstto deliver it.So, whats next? How do we continue to lead in a worldof new fiber competitors, satellite platforms, fixedwireless access, and powerful 5G mobile networks?How do we enable, yet again, the next generation ofthe Webwhere AI, robotics, autonomous vehicles,VR/AR, and the Metaverse dominate consumer andIf we get this right, the true beneficiaries will be the enterprise experiences? communities and customers we serve.From the While MSOs all over the world are taking differentbeginning, these have been the constituents that paths when it comes to deploying fiber, or fixed-mobilematter most to us. If the last three years have taught us convergence, or the need for vertical integrationweanything, it is that empathy for others is what makes us share things in common that have defined our industryhuman. We can all look back on how we responded to the from the beginning.pandemicwith robust networks, essential services, and The first is conviction. We stand on the shoulders ofcompassion for those in needand feel a great sense of giants and still benefit from the grit, determination, andpride. Our communities are stronger, and we are stronger. technological prowess of the pioneers and entrepreneursOur world is changing at what feels like light speed. But who built our great industry. We will need that sameweve been here before. Our networks underpin the fortitude and conviction as we invest in and build themost exciting ecosystem on the planet. Syndeo Institutes digital networks of the future. Intrapreneurship & Innovation report reminds us that it Second, we need collaboration. Whether its withwont be technology alone that powers us through the regulators, suppliers, programmers, or big tech platforms,next 50 years. we must approach our challenges and opportunitiesMike Fries from common ground if we can. The latest developmentsCEO and Vice Chairman, Liberty Globalaround Network as a Service, or Open Gateway as it isOver the past 30+ years, Mike Fries has known in Europe, are catching on globally. built Liberty Global into a world leader in Finally, we must protect and evolve the culture that makesconverged broadband, video and mobile us so unique. Diversity in our workforce makes us stronger.communications and an active investor in Inclusion in the workplace makes us bolder and morecutting-edge infrastructure, content and impactful. Only authentic and tangible commitments totechnology ventures. He is an engaged industry both will allow us to attract the talent and partners we needleader and Cable Hall of Fame inductee. to embrace and tackle whats ahead.2023 Intrapreneurship & Innovation Report'