Kyle acknowledged the recent NAMIC study release on the diversity among cable industry.  Yes, there is still room for improvement, but the good news is that, as an industry, we continue to acknowledge and work toward a more multi-faceted workforce.  As Kyle acknowledges, we are not working with our head in the sand, but instead willing to self-assess and strive to improve.

Kyle sent out a call-to-action to the membership to make your presence known in Washington, D.C. among legislators and regulators.  We need to continue to put a face to our industry efforts across the country.  You need to come to our Nation's Capitol and tell your story.  This is a very dynamic, well-positioned industry and we need to hear from you.  NCTA staff is ready and able to provide the necessary background to prepare for such visits on the Hill and at the Commission.

Personally, I will be reaching out to our cable program networks and local systems in D.C. to bring their programming, initiatives and technology demos to NCTA's new "Cable Media Center".  Scheduled to open October 2, 2006, the center will include a small scaled down "Broadband Home", a Theater (105 seats), Boardroom and other conference room space with capabilities including, a small editing suite, HD programming, video conferencing, webcasting and downlinking capabilities.

New Capitol Hill address (effective October 1):

25 Massachusetts Avenue, NW - Suite 100
Washington, DC  20001