Broadband Association of Michigan


The Broadband Association of Michigan (BAM) is Michigan's most effective trade association serving the broadband industry. Our members engineer, build and operate state-of-the-art high speed Internet networks that deliver broadband services to customers across Michigan. From the most remote locations to the state’s largest cities, BAM members are critical partners in moving Michigan’s economy forward.

Throughout our 89-year history, the Broadband Association of Michigan has actively supported and promoted the state's broadband and telecom industry. As the industry continues to evolve, BAM is committed to providing services and promoting policies that allow its members to thrive.


Broadband Association of Michigan Member Companies

Broadband, Data, Voice and Video Service Providers


BAM Board of Directors and Officers

Koray Inal, Director
Vice President, Baraga Telephone Company

Barb Main, Director
General Manager, Agri-Valley Services

Robert Parisien, Director
General Manager, D&P Communications

Teresa Sadler, Director
General Manager, Sand Creek Communications

Kelly Shipley, Director
Government Affairs and Public Polity Director, Brightspeed

Phil Truran, Director
General Manager, Michigan Broadband Services

Joelle Demand
Secretary, BAM

Chris Bogner, Chair
Manager, Carr Communications

Mark Bernath, First Vice Chair
President, Waldron Telephone Company

Steve Shults Second Vice Chair
CEO, Bloomingdale Communications

James P. Brogan III, Treasurer
CEO, Hiawatha Communications

Corey Compagner, Director
Operations Manager, AcenTek

Bob Evenson, Director
Senior Carrier Account Executive, 123Net

Doug Gabrielson, Director
Great Lakes Region Sales Director, Goldfield Telecom