{"id":47232,"date":"2025-07-07T23:44:14","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T23:44:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/47232\/"},"modified":"2025-07-07T23:44:14","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T23:44:14","slug":"emerald-broadband-more-than-a-utility-a-community-connector","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/47232\/","title":{"rendered":"Emerald Broadband: More than a utility\u2014 a community connector"},"content":{"rendered":"

In Eugene, Oregon, Emerald Broadband<\/a> is doing more than just bringing high-speed fiber internet to homes and businesses\u2014they\u2019re about fostering relationships, uplifting creative voices, and creating shared spaces where neighbors can connect in meaningful ways. Whether it\u2019s through public events, sponsorships, or free community Wi-Fi, Emerald Broadband positions itself as a local hub, dedicated to not only serving but strengthening the Eugene community.<\/p>\n

\"\"Winners from Fibo\u2019s UV Clue Hunt held at BEAM Festival in 2023.<\/p>\n

Supporting Eugene, Oregon Through Events, Sponsorships, and Giving Back<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the arts to athletics, Emerald Broadband actively supports the vibrant cultural life of Eugene. As resurrector of the Eugene Film Society\u2019s 72 Hour Horror Film Competition<\/a>, Emerald celebrates local filmmakers and the region\u2019s creative talent. The company also sponsors the iconic Butte to Butte<\/a> run every Fourth of July and provides free Wi-Fi at the River Road Santa Clara Volunteer Library<\/a>, now celebrating its 20th year as a beloved neighborhood resource. Their support of local print publication Graffiti Zine<\/a> gives independent artists and writers a platform to be heard, and at the BEAM Festival in years past, Emerald delighted attendees with \u201cFibo\u2019s UV Clue Hunt,\u201d a creative scavenger experience highlighting light-based arts.<\/p>\n

\"\"Emerald Broadband proudly supports their favorite peregrine falcon, Max! Credit: Emerald Broadband<\/p>\n

The company doesn\u2019t stop there. In a unique nod to local nature, Emerald Broadband sponsors \u201cMax,\u201d a peregrine falcon at the Cascade Raptor Center<\/a>\u2014an animal known for being the fastest in the world, just like Emerald\u2019s internet. Music lovers are also in good hands: Emerald is the title sponsor of \u201cThursdays in the Park\u201d at Emerald Park<\/a>, a free live music series featuring local acts, food trucks, and community vibes from June 26 to August 14. From sponsored disc golf holes at Stewart Pond to creating donation drives on behalf of Food for Lane County, Emerald Broadband is everywhere the community thrives.<\/p>\n

Empowering Eugene Area Locals with Rewards and Business Partnerships<\/strong><\/p>\n

Emerald Broadband doesn\u2019t rely on bait-and-switch pricing tactics. Instead, they offer clear, straightforward discounts<\/a> and ways to save. Seniors receive $10 off each month, customers can pay annually for a 10% discount, and both existing and new customers can earn free months of service through Emerald\u2019s referral program\u2014once the referred person is installed, both get a free month. And it\u2019s not just customers that benefit. Local businesses can participate in a unique referral program through Emerald\u2019s window decals and yard signs, which feature QR codes for new sign-ups. For example, if a business refers 12 customers, that\u2019s an entire year of free internet. There\u2019s no limit, and Emerald proudly highlights these businesses on social media. Through community-focused campaigns like the past Super Fibo Contest and this summer\u2019s \u201c$500 Contest\u201d<\/a> (install by July 31 to enter), Emerald Broadband encourages neighbors to spread the word and share the love.<\/p>\n

\"\"A local business displays their referral decal to spread the word and earn free internet. Credit: Emerald Broadband<\/p>\n

Disaster Relief and the Power of WIX<\/strong><\/p>\n

Emerald Broadband also supports Eugene during its most urgent moments. In partnership with the Whiteaker Community Council<\/a>, they provide emergency Wi-Fi hubs in case of outages, helping keep residents informed and connected during crises. During the devastating Holiday Farm Fire, Emerald assisted in offering internet relief and helping restore vital digital connections. Additionally, Emerald helped develop the WIX Exchange<\/a>\u2014a powerful, underutilized local internet exchange point based in Eugene.<\/p>\n

\"\"The Emerald Broadband recovery team traverses Castle Rock to aid in the 2020 Holiday Farm Fire. Credit: Holli Eckstine<\/p>\n

WIX enables schools, local businesses, and institutions to route their traffic more efficiently and securely, reducing latency and improving regional performance. Emerald encourages the public to learn more about the WIX Exchange and support its expansion\u2014it\u2019s a crucial resource hiding in plain sight, and it can make Eugene\u2019s internet infrastructure even stronger.<\/p>\n

Marketing with Heart, Humor, and Fibo<\/strong><\/p>\n

Advertising at Emerald Broadband isn\u2019t just another checkbox on a corporate budget\u2014it\u2019s an in-house passion project. All their marketing and creative work is crafted in downtown Eugene, where the creative team has one rule: have fun. \u201cI know what it\u2019s like to see ads every day,\u201d says Emerald\u2019s creative director. \u201cSo we make sure they\u2019re funny, full of local flavor, and packed with personality.\u201d Their campaigns often include playful parodies, Eugene-specific jokes, and their fiber-fast mascot, Fibo\u2122. From clever billboards to quirky digital videos, Emerald\u2019s advertising reflects its grassroots energy and love for the local community. As the director likes to quote, \u201cDidn\u2019t make sense not to live for fun\u201d\u2014a Smash Mouth lyric that captures Emerald\u2019s outlook on life, business, and broadband.<\/p>\n

\"\"A collage of Emerald Broadband postcards past and present. Credit: Emerald Broadband<\/p>\n

Emerald Broadband<\/a>\u2019s deep roots in Eugene are evident through its wide-reaching sponsorships, community events, customer appreciation efforts, and disaster relief support. Whether it\u2019s launching a fiber internet referral system for businesses, partnering with local arts and music events, or helping neighbors save on their bills, Emerald Broadband continues to prioritize people over profits. It\u2019s why they sponsor new local publications like Lookout Eugene-Springfield<\/a> and why their customers\u2014current and future\u2014are their biggest priority.<\/p>\n

\"\"Eugene residents who attend Emerald Broadband-sponsored events can pick up company swag and ask in-person about fiber internet service. Credit: Emerald Broadband<\/p>\n

Find service availability<\/a>, ask questions, or just say hello\u2014they\u2019d love to connect. Don\u2019t forget to follow Emerald Broadband on social media to find out where we\u2019ll pop up next!<\/p>\n

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