The National Content & Technology Cooperative (NCTC) and America’s Communications Association (ACA Connects) concluded the 21st annual The Independent Show, held July 26–29 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts.
Under the theme “Imagination Meets Innovation,” the event connected NCTC and ACA Connects independent service provider members with industry leaders, technology partners and policymakers. Collectively, NCTC’s members serve one-third of all households and businesses across North America and U.S. territories.
Sessions and workshops helped members apply new ideas, strengthen operations, serve customers and compete in a rapidly changing market while supporting the critical broadband infrastructure their communities rely on.
The Independent Show 2026 at a glance
TIS 2026 drew more than 1,200 attendees, including representatives from more than 120 member companies and more than 75 partner and supplier organizations, 10 of which participated for the first time.
New tools for video, mobile and AI
AI was integrated throughout the program, with sessions on deployment, data readiness and governance, plus a hands-on workshop for marketers.
The organization also announced two new initiatives to help members:
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NCTC’s Minerva partnership gives members access to one branded platform for live TV, on-demand programming and streaming across devices. It helps providers upgrade their video services without giving up control of their brand or customer relationships.
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NCTC and Prosurety launched Complete Device Advantage through NCTC’s Mobile Solution on the Telgoo5 platform. The program brings device subsidies, financing, trade-ins, upgrades and protection together in one place, helping members make mobile devices more affordable for their customers.
NCTC expanded its partner ecosystem by adding Geospatial Analytics, Minerva, Ozmo, Telgoo5 and WISI, strengthening the resources and technology solutions available to members.
Read the full press release here.
