Nominations and Event Sponsorship Being Accepted
ATLANTA, Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Loyal Order of the 704, the premier social club and community organization for veteran cable television engineers and technicians, is pleased to announce its 2026 Annual Meeting and Induction Celebration. The event will take place in conjunction with SCTE TechExpo26, on Wednesday September 30th at 7pm in Room B402, Georgia World Congress in Atlanta, Georgia.
The annual gathering honors the legacy and contributions of technical operations professionals who have spent decades building and sustaining the broadband industry. Named after the classic Jerrold 704 Field Strength Meter, the club serves as a bridge connecting industry pioneers with modern advancements. Through its annual events, the non-profit organization raises funds to sponsor educational scholarships for talented young budding engineers individually and through the Syndeo Institute.
This is a loyal and trusted network of engineering innovators who continue to shape the future of global connectivity.
Event Highlights:
- The 2026 Induction Ceremony: Welcoming a new cohort of industry veterans. Nominees must be actively engaged in cable system technical operations and have a strong desire to participate in the club's lighthearted traditions, including wearing the signature Pink Flamingo cap and kissing "Pinky," the group’s official mascot. NOMINATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED
- Annual Charity Auction: Members will gather to buy and sell rare, vintage cable memorabilia. All proceeds from the auction will be donated to a charity selected by the winning bidders, continuing the club's tradition of giving back to the community.
- Networking & Honor Roll Recognition: Attendees will have the opportunity to reconnect with peers amidst the energy of North America's largest broadband event. Financial supporters of the community will also be recognized on the Loyal Order of the 704 Honor Roll, hosted by the Syndeo Institute at The Cable Center.
"As the broadband sector converges around AI and next-generation fiber infrastructure at TechExpo26, it is vital to celebrate the foundational technicians who laid the groundwork for today’s networks," said Andy Healey, one of the organization’s cofounders and Executive Vice President, Engineering & Construction for Cityside Fiber. "Our annual meeting combines unparalleled industry camaraderie with a deep commitment to charitable giving."
To maintain active membership, members must be personally present at the annual SCTE meeting. Veterans interested in joining must be nominated by a current member in good standing.
About the Loyal Order of the 704
Founded in 1994, the Loyal Order of the 704 is a community network for veteran cable technical operations personnel. The Loyal Order of the 704 honors the legendary Jerrold We are a loyal and trusted network of engineering innovators who continue to shape the future of global connectivity. We unite veteran technicians, engineers, and technical leaders in lifelong fellowship, tradition, and camaraderie. Through our annual events, we raise funds to sponsor educational scholarships for talented young budding engineers individually and through the Syndeo Institute. For more information visit: https://syndeoinstitute.org/industry/loyal-order-of-the-704/
For more information, contact:
Robert Brownlie
Bob Gold & Associates
310-320-2010
Robert@bobgoldpr.com
Loyal Order of the 704
membership@loyalorderofthe704.org
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