Verizon Business is bringing back its highly anticipated 5G Innovation Sessions tour to New York City on June 7. The event will take place at ASPIRE New York, located at One World Observatory in the World Trade Center. Partnering with Ericsson, Verizon will showcase the immense power of 5G through captivating demonstrations of forward-thinking use cases, including the latest Verizon Frontline solutions tailored for first responders.
The event will be a gathering of industry leaders and product experts, featuring presentations, panels, and interactive displays. Prominent organizations such as PepsiCo, the National Hockey League, the City of New York, and the National Football League will participate alongside Verizon Business and Ericsson.
Kyle Malady, the CEO of Verizon Business, emphasized the critical role of connectivity in all aspects of our lives, both personal and professional. He highlighted the necessity of a high-speed, reliable network for businesses to thrive and grow. The 5G Innovation Sessions will be a showcase of Verizon Business’s capabilities, with the exciting aspect being that most of the solutions demonstrated are already available and being utilized by businesses worldwide.
Among the featured innovations will be 5G Edge Accelerated Access, 5G Edge Cashierless Checkout, 5G Edge Aerial Inspections, 5G Business Internet, Robotic Dog, Private 5G, and a Rapid Response Connectivity Unit.
Verizon’s Relationship with New York City
Verizon’s commitment to New York City extends beyond this event. Over the past decade, through nonprofit partnerships and various programs, Verizon Innovative Learning has dedicated $1 billion in market value to support digital equity and inclusion in education, specifically targeting vulnerable populations across the United States. This initiative has reached over 3 million students, including those in Title I schools.
In New York City alone, the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools program has impacted more than 26,000 students across 29 schools. This academic year, nearly 4,000 new students within the New York City Department of Education have been equipped with free technology, internet access, and innovative STEM learning programs. Additionally, educators across the country can access Verizon Innovative Learning HQ, a free online education portal offering XR content, professional development, and lesson plans.
Verizon also offers free personalized online resources through Verizon Small Business Digital Ready. Designed to help small business owners grow their ventures, the program includes workshops, one-on-one coaching, networking events, and mentorship opportunities with industry experts. Since its launch in September 2021, over 4,000 NYC-based businesses have engaged with the program.
Through its responsible business plan, Citizen Verizon, the company aims to provide digital skills training to 10 million youths by 2030 and support 1 million small businesses with the resources needed to thrive in the digital economy.
Verizon Supports First Responders
Verizon has been steadfast in its support of New York’s first responders. In 2022, the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team deployed multiple times to provide mission-critical communications capabilities to public safety agencies. These deployments included various Verizon Frontline devices and solutions such as mobile hotspots, routers, smart devices, drones, and deployable satellite solutions. The support continues in 2023, with the team participating in public safety operations and training events alongside New York public safety agencies, all at no cost to local agencies. This ongoing commitment reflects Verizon Frontline’s dedication to investing in innovation in partnership with public safety and government entities.
Verizon Gives New Yorkers Control
Verizon also puts New Yorkers in control of their personal plans with a reliable 5G network. Customers now have the freedom to design their plans according to their needs and change them anytime with myPlan. This customizable and personalized phone plan provides flexibility without compromise, giving customers complete control over their network, perks, and savings. To learn more about Verizon’s customizable plans, visit their website, local retail stores, or use the My Verizon app.
Future Events
The 5G Innovation Sessions are an integral part of Verizon’s efforts to drive technological advancement. Following the New York event, the tour will continue to San Francisco in August, Washington, D.C. in September, Los Angeles in October, and conclude in Dallas in December. Each session will cover a range of themes, including Managed Venue, Fixed Wireless Access, Private 5G, and Mobile Edge Compute.
