ATN Origins: Looking Back to Move Forward

55 min · 1. dec. 2025

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In this special episode, Paige and Whitney sit down with Gregg Bennett, retired ATN Center Director, to explore the history of the Alabama Technology Network and the origins that shaped who we are today. Gregg takes us back to ATN’s earliest days, sharing the vision, challenges, and milestones that built the foundation of the statewide network we know today.Understanding where ATN began is essential to understanding who we are now and where we are headed. Our story matters, and telling it helps us stay grounded in our mission, connected to our purpose, and focused on the industries and communities we serve. Join us as we reflect on ATN’s roots, honor the leaders who paved the way, and celebrate how far we’ve come.

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