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Charter Communications (NASDAQ: CHTR) has announced it will host a webcast on Friday, April 25, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss its first quarter 2025 financial and operating results. The company will release its Q1 2025 earnings press release at 7:00 a.m. ET on the same day. Investors and interested parties can access the live webcast through Charter's investor relations website at ir.charter.com, where it will also be archived approximately two hours after completion.

Charter Communications (CHTR) and Comcast (CMCSA) have announced the launch of satellite-based services for their mobile businesses through a partnership with Skylo, a non-terrestrial network provider. The service is initially available on Samsung Galaxy S25 and Google Pixel 9 devices, with SMS text messaging capabilities over satellite expected in the coming weeks.

The service provides emergency messaging when cellular or WiFi networks are unavailable. Both Spectrum Mobile and Xfinity Mobile customers already have access to satellite backup services on select Apple and Google devices. The companies' business mobile services, Spectrum Business and Comcast Business Mobile, will also benefit from Skylo's satellite services.

Currently, customers have access to the nation's largest WiFi network and 5G coverage, with approximately 87% of mobile traffic utilizing their respective WiFi networks. The satellite service expansion aims to provide continuous connectivity even in remote locations.

Spectrum (CHTR) announced significant success with its Education Benefit program launched in August 2023, which covers 100% of tuition costs upfront for full-time employees pursuing online degrees and certificates. The program has shown impressive results with enrolled employees achieving 24% higher promotion rates and 10% higher retention compared to non-participants.

Over 13,000 employees have participated in or completed programs - 8.5 times higher than the legacy program's participation rate. The initiative provides access to nearly 300 online programs from 30 universities, with 68% of participants being frontline, customer-facing employees. The program, powered by Guild, replaced a previous $10,000 annual reimbursement model with full tuition coverage, eliminating out-of-pocket expenses.

This education initiative complements Spectrum's other employee benefits, including a $20 per hour starting minimum wage, variable compensation for 80% of employees, healthcare benefits, and a retirement plan with up to 9% company contribution.

Spectrum Reach, Charter Communications' advertising arm, has announced the full rollout of its Audience Reach Optimizer (ARO) tool. ARO leverages data insights to enhance advertisers' campaign effectiveness through household-level targeting across TV and streaming platforms.

Following a successful pilot in 2024 with over 5,600 reports, ARO combines broadcast and cable ad log data from MediaRadar and Spectrum's campaign orders. The tool revealed that over 80% of quarterly broadcast-only campaigns underperformed in reaching households, while cable advertising showed increased engagement.

A case study featuring Matter Brothers furniture store demonstrated ARO's effectiveness. The tool discovered that their target customers spent 70% of their time watching cable networks rather than local broadcast channels. After adjusting their strategy, Matter Brothers' sales exceeded industry benchmarks by 10%.

ARO distinguishes itself by tracking ad views on both traditional TV and the Spectrum TV App, which is the most-watched streaming service in the U.S. based on hours-per-household metrics.

Spectrum, a major broadband provider, has announced a significant expansion of its partnership with TeamSnap, the leading youth sports management platform. The multi-year agreement will triple investment in community sports organizations, sponsoring over 720 youth leagues nationwide through 2027.

The collaboration, which began in fall 2023, currently supports 240 leagues annually across 30+ markets within Spectrum's 41-state footprint. The partnership has already reached 150,000 youth sports households through branded jerseys, field signage, and custom communications, focusing primarily on soccer, baseball, and softball.

A significant portion of Spectrum's support will directly benefit leagues and teams by reducing participation costs, providing player scholarships, and funding new equipment. The partnership also creates unique experiences connecting youth sports with professional athletics, including VIP stadium access and meet-and-greets with Major League players through Spectrum's partnerships with the LA Dodgers and Tampa Bay Rays.

Spectrum has promoted Keith Dardis to Executive Vice President of Spectrum Business, the company's newly combined SMB and Enterprise operation serving commercial customers across all segments. In his expanded role, Dardis will oversee all sales and business operations, including customer service, product, human resources, and business planning, while implementing the company's Customer Commitment initiative for businesses.

Dardis, a 30-year industry veteran, previously served as Senior Vice President for Spectrum Community Solutions' MDU business since 2021. His experience includes various sales leadership positions at Spectrum since 2015, Sprint (now T-Mobile), and Bluewater Information Convergence. The appointment is effective immediately, with Dardis continuing to report to Adam Ray, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer.

Charter Communications (NASDAQ: CHTR) has announced its participation in the upcoming Deutsche Bank Media, Internet & Telecom Conference in Palm Beach, Florida. Chief Financial Officer Jessica Fischer will represent the company at the event, scheduled for Monday, March 10, 2025.

Fischer's presentation is set to begin at 1:00 p.m. ET. Investors and interested parties can access a live webcast of the event through Charter's investor relations website at ir.charter.com. The presentation will also be archived on the same platform for future reference.

Charter Communications (NASDAQ: CHTR) has announced its participation in the upcoming Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference in San Francisco. The company's President and CEO, Christopher Winfrey, will deliver remarks at the event on Monday, March 3, 2025, starting at 10:00 a.m. PT (1:00 p.m. ET).

Investors and interested parties can access a live webcast of the presentation through Charter's investor relations website at ir.charter.com. The recorded session will also be archived on the same platform for future reference.

Spectrum (CHTR) has announced a $1 million commitment to its Spectrum Digital Education program for 2025, bringing the total investment to over $11 million since 2017. The program provides grants to nonprofits that expand access to digital tools, skills training, and resources across Spectrum's 41-state service area.

The grant application period runs from March 3-28, 2025. Since 2017, the program has awarded 327 grants to 170 organizations, impacting over 173,000 community members. These grants have facilitated the distribution of more than 18,700 laptops and devices and sponsored over 42,000 digital education classes.

Success stories include Seniors in Service in Tampa, Florida, which teaches digital skills to older adults, and Compudopt in Dallas, Texas, which provides free devices and digital education to underserved families. Eligible nonprofits must operate within Spectrum's service area and maintain 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.