KWIKOM Communications Connects Ottawa, Kansas to the Future as a Gigabit City
17 Julio 2024 - 8:59AM
Business Wire
KWIKOM Communications (KWIKOM), a customer-focused high-speed
internet provider headquartered in Kansas, is thrilled to announce
the designation of Ottawa, Kansas as a "Gigabit City" following the
successful deployment of the company’s state-of-the-art fiber optic
network. Certification as a Gigabit City Powered by KWIKOM
Communications is awarded once most households and businesses
within the city have access to KWIKOM’s symmetrical fiber-optic
internet with speeds of at least 1 Gigabit (1,000 megabits per
second). This milestone ensures that residents and businesses in
Ottawa now have access to gigabit internet, positioning the city as
a leader in digital innovation and technological advancement.
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Members of KWIKOM Communications, the
City of Ottawa's government, and the Kansas Office of Broadband
Development cut the ceremonial ribbon, welcoming KWIKOM's fiber
internet to the Ottawa community. Pictured left to right: Kenzie
Prewitt, Marketing Specialist of KWIKOM; Ryland Miller, President
& CEO of the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce; Zach Peres, President
of KWIKOM; Mike Brigman, President & COO of WANRack; Mike
Skidmore, Mayor of Ottawa; Ianne Dickinson, 4th District
Commissioner of the Franklin County Board of County Commissioners;
Roger Maxwell, Chamber Board Member; Joseph Le, Interim Director
from the Kansas Department of Broadband; and Paul Bean of the
Franklin County Economic Development (Photo: Business Wire)
With the launch of gigabit fiber optic services, KWIKOM
Communications continues to fulfill its commitment to bridging the
digital divide and bringing cutting-edge technology to both urban
and rural areas. The new infrastructure provides Ottawa with
internet speeds up to 10 Gbps, enabling seamless streaming, gaming,
video conferencing, and more.
“Today, Ottawa proudly becomes KWIKOM’s first-ever 'Certified
Gigabit City,' a significant achievement that enhances our
community's connectivity. It will play an integral role in driving
economic growth and improving our quality of life. Thank you to our
community partners at KWIKOM for their substantial investment in
our community and our future,” said Ottawa Mayor Mike Skidmore.
Several key benefits this certification will bring the city
include an enhanced quality of life with faster online interactions
for residents and businesses alike. Educational institutions in
Ottawa can facilitate advanced online learning and research
opportunities for students and faculty, and healthcare providers
can offer telehealth and telemedicine solutions. Becoming a Gigabit
City also increases property values, making the municipality more
appealing to potential residents seeking robust internet
connectivity. Additionally, fiber infrastructure brings greater
economic growth as startups and new technology companies, attracted
to the new fiber optic internet, set up shop in Ottawa. Not only
will this foster a more competitive and innovative local economy,
but also create new job opportunities for the city’s citizens.
"KWIKOM Communications is proud to bring gigabit fiber optic
internet to Ottawa and the surrounding area,” said Mike Brigman,
President & Chief Operating Officer of WANRack, parent company
of KWIKOM Communications. "This designation as a Gigabit City marks
a significant step forward in ensuring that our communities have
the technological resources they need to compete and thrive in
today's digital economy."
Residents and businesses in Ottawa can now order KWIKOM's
gigabit internet services, ensuring they receive service as soon as
it becomes available. In addition to high-speed internet, KWIKOM
offers a comprehensive portfolio of phone and video services,
allowing customers to meet all their communication needs with a
single, reliable provider.
KWIKOM’s rapidly expanding network will see the certification of
more Gigabit cities in the coming months and years, bringing a new
level of connectivity to some areas that have previously never had
fiber optic services.
In January 2023, KWIKOM Communications was acquired by WANRack,
LLC, a leading provider of fiber infrastructure solutions for
school districts, counties, wireless providers, municipalities, and
private enterprises for over a decade. This strategic merger, with
the support of CBRE Investment Management, enabled both KWIKOM
Communications and WANRack, LLC to expand their fiber networks and
enhance their services, furthering their shared mission to bridge
the digital divide.
For more information or to order KWIKOM’s services, please visit
our website or contact our team at 800-379-7292.
About KWIKOM Communications:
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Iola, Kansas, KWIKOM
Communications is a leading telecommunications company serving 75
counties across Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Florida
with phone and internet services. In 2023, KWIKOM Communications
expanded its network and team after being acquired by WANRack LLC,
a leader in designing, engineering, and maintaining fiber networks
nationwide that serves school districts, municipalities, and
private enterprises. Utilizing a combination of fiber optic and
fixed wireless technology, KWIKOM Communications is dedicated to
bridging the digital divide, offering high-speed, low-latency
connections that enrich the lives of the communities it serves.
Since 2017, KWIKOM has focused on expanding its fiber optic
network, bringing residents and businesses faster and symmetrical
speeds along with reliable connectivity. With the recent addition
of video services, KWIKOM offers its fiber customers a
comprehensive solution for streaming and entertainment needs under
one provider.
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