Full Name
Ebony Cooksey
Job Title
Market Development Manager and Government Affairs Coordinator
Company
Nextlink Internet
Attendee Bio
Ebony Elaine Cooksey is a multifaceted professional who has made significant contributions across different sectors. Her diverse background spans public education, television, and telecom industries. With a fervent commitment to enhancing education and narrowing the digital gap, she encourages collaboration and resource-sharing to address critical challenges. Her unique perspective and wealth of experience empower her to inspire others and drive positive change.
In her role as Market Development Manager and Government Affairs Coordinator at Nextlink Internet, Ebony skillfully combines her expertise in allyship, communications, government affairs, media relations, and education. Her strategic acumen drives revenue and market growth within the broadband and information technology sector. By fostering relationships with key stakeholders, she facilitates the deployment of broadband infrastructure and digital resources in emerging rural areas. Ebony’s impact extends far beyond her immediate responsibilities, making her a valuable asset in bridging the digital divide.
Ebony draws upon her lived experiences to share best practices, lessons learned, and success stories. As an advocate for education, she effectively communicates with empathy, bridging the gap between stakeholders. With over 17 years of experience as an educator, mentor, reporter, spokesperson, and volunteer, Ebony is passionate about enhancing resources, education, and opportunities at local, state, and federal levels. She actively serves on various boards, committees, and task forces, including the Texas Business and Telecom Task Force, the Nebraska Digital Equity Planning Committee, and the George W. Bush Presidential Institute’s Dallas Festival of Arts. Ebony’s multifaceted background extends to writing, producing, and delivering concise news as a television anchor and reporter. In her current role as a Government Affairs Coordinator, she engages with media outlets to positively convey her company’s mission, policies, and practices.
Ebony’s impact resonates far beyond her immediate responsibilities, making her a catalyst for positive change in addressing the digital divide.
In her role as Market Development Manager and Government Affairs Coordinator at Nextlink Internet, Ebony skillfully combines her expertise in allyship, communications, government affairs, media relations, and education. Her strategic acumen drives revenue and market growth within the broadband and information technology sector. By fostering relationships with key stakeholders, she facilitates the deployment of broadband infrastructure and digital resources in emerging rural areas. Ebony’s impact extends far beyond her immediate responsibilities, making her a valuable asset in bridging the digital divide.
Ebony draws upon her lived experiences to share best practices, lessons learned, and success stories. As an advocate for education, she effectively communicates with empathy, bridging the gap between stakeholders. With over 17 years of experience as an educator, mentor, reporter, spokesperson, and volunteer, Ebony is passionate about enhancing resources, education, and opportunities at local, state, and federal levels. She actively serves on various boards, committees, and task forces, including the Texas Business and Telecom Task Force, the Nebraska Digital Equity Planning Committee, and the George W. Bush Presidential Institute’s Dallas Festival of Arts. Ebony’s multifaceted background extends to writing, producing, and delivering concise news as a television anchor and reporter. In her current role as a Government Affairs Coordinator, she engages with media outlets to positively convey her company’s mission, policies, and practices.
Ebony’s impact resonates far beyond her immediate responsibilities, making her a catalyst for positive change in addressing the digital divide.
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