Palmetto Engineering & Consulting

10/15/2026

📍 It's the final day at the KYRBA/TNBA Fall Conference!

We've had a wonderful time connecting with broadband leaders and friends across the industry. If you're still here, come find us. There's still time to stop by our booth, say hello, and chat before the conference wraps up!

A big thank you to the organizers and to everyone who came by to visit our team. We've loved every minute of it.

See you soon! 👋

10/08/2026

👋 That's a wrap on MATSS!

PEC had a great few days at this year's MATSS, and we were proud to have Howard Gorter, David Webb, and Zachary Petix there representing the team. Across the event, we presented, took part in a panel discussion, and connected with industry colleagues at our tabletop booth.

Events like this are a great reminder of how much gets accomplished when the right people come together in one room. Thank you to the organizers for putting on a great show, and to everyone who stopped by to say hello.

Already looking forward to the next one!

10/06/2026

🧱 Look how far it's come!

A little while back, we showed you the first steel going up on the Northern Cheyenne Communications Corporation (NCCC) Central Office in Montana. Now the building has its brick exterior, and the roof trusses are set to go in next!

This facility will be a state-of-the-art telecommunications hub for the Northern Cheyenne Nation, built to deliver reliable, high-speed broadband and tough enough to handle anything Montana weather brings. PEC designed the facility and is managing the project as it comes together, and we're also designing and managing the full fiber network that will connect it to the community.

It's amazing to watch this one come together piece by piece. Stay tuned for more. the roof is next! 💪

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09/24/2026

🎙️ What a great day at the 2026 Tribal Broadband Southern Plains Regional Summit!

Yesterday, PEC's Howard Gorter presented at the NTTA AI Symposium, part of this year's summit, sharing how AI is helping shape the future of broadband and connectivity for tribal communities. Jeff Little was there too, representing PEC and connecting with others across the region.

We love being part of events that bring people together to expand connectivity and close the digital divide. A big thank you to the NTTA and everyone who made the day possible.

Way to represent, Howard and Jeff! 👏

09/22/2026

🤖 Is AI ready for primetime? Come find out!

PEC is speaking at the 2026 Great Lakes Technology Showcase, and we couldn't be more excited. Our Sr. VP of the Midwest Region, Gordy Caverly, will present "Is AI Ready for Primetime?" on Tuesday, October 6th from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM.

Gordy will break down where AI is genuinely delivering value today and what it means for the future of technology and telecom. It's a timely conversation you won't want to miss.

Headed to GLTS? Be sure to catch Gordy's session and say hello!

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

Today, we're celebrating the hard work and dedication of workers everywhere. From all of us at PEC, thank you to everyone who builds, maintains, and powers the communities we call home.

As an employee-owned company, we're especially proud of our incredible team. Their pride and commitment show up in everything we do.

Wishing everyone a happy, safe, and restful Labor Day! 👏

08/26/2026

🎓 Another successful session of our Leadership Development Series (LDS) is in the books!

At PEC, we believe leadership isn't defined by a title. It's demonstrated through service, integrity, accountability, and the ability to positively influence others. Our Leadership Development Series exists to equip current and future leaders with the knowledge, perspective, and confidence to lead our people, serve our clients, and strengthen our employee-owned culture.

This session looked a little different. Instead of bringing everyone to one location as we have in the past, those in the office watched together in conference rooms, while remote team members joined from home. But the format didn't change the mission. We were still able to achieve everything this program is designed to do and continue investing in the growth of our team.

A huge congratulations to our newest graduates! Your commitment to growing as leaders is exactly what keeps PEC strong, and we're proud of each of you.

By investing in our people today, we ensure PEC remains a company where employees grow, clients succeed, and leadership becomes part of our legacy. We're already looking forward to the next class. 👏

08/24/2026

The best partnerships are built over time. 🤝

We're grateful to our friends at ElectriCom for sharing this look at a partnership that goes back decades. From rural fiber projects in southern Indiana to broadband infrastructure across multiple markets, this relationship has been built the way the best ones always are: through years of solving problems together, adapting to new technology, and taking ownership when challenges arise.

We especially appreciate the words from David Webb, President of our Western Region, on what makes a true partner: it's not just how well a contractor performs, but what they do to make it right when something goes wrong.

Thank you, ElectriCom, for decades of trust and collaboration. Here's to many more.

Give the full story a read below. 👇

See how Palmetto Engineering and ElectriCom built a nearly 30-year partnership through communication, accountability and reliable broadband ex*****on.

08/17/2026

🍽️ What a wonderful evening!

Last night, PEC and MBM hosted South Carolina's Electric Cooperative leaders and their spouses for dinner at Saskatoon Steaks, Fish & Wild Game, in honor of the SC Electric Cooperatives August Managers Association Meeting.

We had such a great time sharing good food, good conversation, and good company with the people who work hard every day to keep our communities powered and connected.

A big thank you to Meridian Cooperative for helping sponsor the evening, and to all the leaders and their spouses who joined us. It was a night to remember!

Here's to great partnerships and even better friendships. 🤝❤️

08/06/2026

🎉 Happy 20th Anniversary to us!

It all began 20 years ago this month. In August 2006, Charles Stewart, Gregg Hughes, Eddie Godfrey, and George Wyatt met for breakfast at Athas Family Restaurant in Powdersville, SC, and by the end of the meal, Palmetto Engineering & Consulting was born.

This month, we brought the founders back to that very same restaurant to celebrate how far we've come. From a conversation over eggs and coffee to an employee-owned company serving communities across the country, it's been quite a journey.

Some of our founders have moved on to new adventures, but PEC would not be here without them. We're forever grateful for the vision they had that morning 20 years ago.

Here's to 20 years, and to many more! 🥂

Thank you to everyone who has been part of the PEC family along the way. ❤️