KWIKOM Communications (KWIKOM), a customer-focused high-speed
internet provider headquartered in Kansas, is excited to announce
that Gardner, Kansas has achieved the prestigious designation of a
“Gigabit City Powered by KWIKOM.” This recognition follows the
successful deployment of KWIKOM’s state-of-the-art fiber network
from Gardner’s Main Street to the city’s northern border. This
certification is awarded to a municipality when the majority of
households and businesses have access to KWIKOM’s symmetrical
fiber-optic internet, offering speeds of at least 1 Gigabit (1,000
megabits per second). As a newly christened Gigabit City Powered by
KWIKOM, Gardner is now positioned as a leader in technological
innovation.
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Members of KWIKOM Communications, Gardner
City Officials, and the Kansas Office of Broadband Development cut
the ceremonial ribbon, welcoming KWIKOM's fiber internet to the
Gardner community. Pictured Left to Right: Kacy Deaton, Gardner
City Council Vice President; Joseph Le, Interim Director from the
Kansas Department of Broadband; Todd Winters, Mayor of Gardner;
Mike Brigman, President & COO of WanRack; Jason Leib, President
& CEO of the Gardner Chamber of Commerce; and Steve McNeer,
Gardner City Council Member (Photo: Business Wire)
“We are excited about KWIKOM's substantial investment in Gardner
to establish a fiber network in our community. In our increasingly
digital world, reliable, high-speed internet is crucial,” said
Gardner Mayor Todd Winters. “This development not only enhances our
community's connectivity options but also helps to improve our
quality of life.”
The new fiber infrastructure delivers internet speeds up to 10
Gbps, allowing businesses and residents to have access to faster,
more reliable connectivity for streaming, video conferencing,
gaming, work from home, faster transactions, and more. Gardner
citizens will see an enhancement in quality of life, especially as
the world continues to become more reliant on digital services.
This increased need for reliable and fast connectivity throughout
the country is what drives KWIKOM’s mission – to bridge the digital
divide and bring cutting-edge technology to both rural and urban
areas.
“Bringing high speed fiber to the home puts Gardner on par with
other growing communities that current and prospective residents
and businesses expect when choosing where to locate. From the
initial planning to the ground-breaking ceremony to the official
ribbon cutting and launch event, KWIKOM has been a valuable partner
with the Gardner Chamber of Commerce, and we greatly appreciate
their investment and commitment to the community,” said Jason Leib,
President & CEO of the Gardner Chamber of Commerce.
This certification will bring many benefits to the city,
including significantly enhancing public services. Emergency
response, traffic management, and public safety officials will
benefit from improved communication capabilities, ensuring more
efficient and effective operations. Community members will also be
able to communicate faster and more reliably with better access to
digital communication platforms. Property values are expected to
increase now that Gardner is a Certified Gigabit City Powered by
KWIKOM, attracting new potential residents seeking fiber internet.
Additionally, the new fiber optic infrastructure will bring in new
businesses and startups who are seeking areas with robust
connectivity, which will boost the local economy and provide new
job opportunities within Gardner.
“It is increasingly essential for every city to have access to
fiber internet. High-speed connectivity is no longer a luxury but a
necessity for telehealth, education, remote work, and even for
online entertainment when relaxing after a long day,” said Mike
Brigman, President & Chief Operating Officer of WANRack, LLC,
parent company of KWIKOM Communications. “The designation of
Gardner as a Certified Gigabit City Powered by KWIKOM reflects the
city’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its
citizens, providing them with a vital utility in our
internet-dependent world.”
Gardner residents and businesses can now order KWIKOM’s gigabit
internet services, phone, and video services. With one provider,
customers can enjoy the ease of managing their communications and
entertainment needs through a single point of contact for billing,
technical support, and customer service, ensuring quicker
resolution times and a more satisfying user experience.
WANRack, LLC, a leading provider of fiber infrastructure
solutions for school districts, counties, wireless providers,
municipalities, and private enterprises for over a decade, acquired
KWIKOM Communications in January 2023. Supported by CBRE Investment
Management, the merger enabled KWIKOM and WANRack, LLC to grow and
strengthen their fiber networks while also elevating their
additional services. WANRack, LLC and KWIKOM Communications are
dedicated to their shared mission of bridging the digital divide
and bringing high-speed connectivity to as many areas as
possible.
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 internet, phone and video 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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