Lokion is a big supporter of Memphis’ application to Google for the ultra-high-speed broadband network that is planned to experimentally roll out in one or more trial locations across the country. The effect that this technology investment could have on the Memphis community is potentially amazing — particularly for research and healthcare institutions, infrastructure, economic development and education. We strongly believe Memphis is the perfect site for the network for a multitude of reasons (and not all of them based on a selfish bandwidth “need for speed”).
Meka Egwuekwe was the first Lokionite to spearhead our support. He got us together and brainstormed how we could further support the the bid. We concepted. We deliberated. We breakfasted at a local restaurant. And we decided simple was best.
Google just needs to hook Memphis up.
So last night Lokion’s own Meka Egwuekwe spotted Spike Lee at a University of Memphis event, introduced himself, and asked Spike to add his voice to the community push to bring that Google fiber network here to Memphis. Spike graciously complied and the video is on our Hook Memphis Up site.
Great work, Meka — and special thanks to Spike Lee for his participation in such an important community drive. If you would like to add your support, here are the relevant info/deets:
Tweet it: Hashtags #HookMemphisUp or #MemphisGoogle
Link to it: hookmemphisup.com
Facebook it: Become a fan of Bring Google Fiber Network To Memphis or Google Fiber For Memphis (or both)
Read about it:
Leaders say Google Fiber Network could transform Memphis (The Commercial Appeal)
Memphis sends its video message to Google in its push to land a broadband prize (The Commercial Appeal)
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