Two Kansas-based Fiber Companies Join Forces

Two Kansas-based Fiber Companies Join Forces
January 13, 2023

Iola, KS (FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE)

Iola, Kansas-based KwiKom Communications (“KwiKom”), a leader of fixed wireless and fiber-to-the-premise Internet in Kansas and surrounding states has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by WANRack, LLC (“WANRack”), a national leader of custom fiber optic network deployments headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. KwiKom builds and operates fiber optic and fixed wireless broadband networks that serve residential and business customers in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Oklahoma. The two companies will continue operating under their respective brands following the acquisition.

Zach Peres, President of KwiKom stated: “KwiKom’s mission is to connect communities, big and small.  Our team has built a great network and business over the past 10 years, and we are geared up for future growth!  In partnership with WANRack and their financial partner, CBRE Investment Management, we will now be able to exponentially advance our strategic goals.  The two companies are an excellent fit!”

“We are extremely excited to welcome KwiKom into the WANRack family,” said Mike Brigman, WANRack’s President & Chief Operating Officer.  “KwiKom has a proven track record of stellar customer service and capacity to expand.  Their high-caliber team and impressive services portfolio align perfectly with WANRack’s vision for growth.”

About KwiKom
KwiKom provides internet and voice services, with video service launching in the first quarter of 2023.  Founded in 2010, KwiKom’s ever-expanding network services an area of more than 30,000 square miles, across 75 counties in four states.  For the last five years, KwiKom has been expanding into gigabit fiber network services to homes and businesses across multiple markets in Kansas. KwiKom looks forward to continuing to serve these areas, contributing a superior level of service and customer support. We strive to meet the home, business, and educational needs and demands of our consumers. While there will be no changes for existing customers, this new partnership will allow us to expand and upgrade even faster and to provide the world class service our customers expect and deserve. To learn more about KwiKom, visit www.KwiKom.com

About WANRack
WANRack provides high-bandwidth, fiber-based infrastructure and related services to schools, hospitals, libraries, enterprise and carrier customers throughout the continental United States. Service offerings include E-Rate-compliant lit fiber, dark fiber, and special construction solutions. Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, the company provides bespoke fiber solutions, which eliminates countless points of failure found in typical legacy networks. To learn more about WANRack, visit www.wanrack.com.

Kincaid, KS Internet Service Expansion

Kwikom has expanded and completed installing new equipment to service the city of Kincaid, Kansas! Our ongoing promise with this expansion is to provide the best High-Speed Internet to all of our customers.

Kwikom offers an array of services. With packages for both business and residential customers, there is a package to fit everyone’s needs. Plans start as low as $55 per month. With KwiKom you can enjoy Unlimited Data, with as much streaming, gaming, and browsing as you need. You can even add a phone with unlimited calling for as low as $25 per month plus applicable taxes and fees (Phone not required to get Internet). If you have a local business, check out our Cloud PBX service. Our PBX system is very affordable and designed for all sizes of businesses.

Service is available today, give us a call at 800-379-7292 or sign-up Online at KwiKom.com.

PAOLA, KS GIGABIT FIBER EXPANSION

KwiKom Communications is proud to announce the expansion of fiber optic Internet to Paola, Kansas. This expansion will provide state-of-the-art reliable Internet service with bandwidth up to 1 gigabit per second to homes and businesses in and around Paola.

In addition to Internet, optional phone with unlimited calling is available for as low as $25 per month plus applicable taxes and fees (Phone not required to get Internet). If you have a local business, check out our Cloud PBX service, our PBX system is very affordable and designed for all size of businesses.

With KwiKom you can enjoy Unlimited Data, with as much streaming, gaming, and browsing as you need. To inquire about service for your home or business, or to sign up call 800-379-7292 or sign-up online.

For more information about: Home Fiber Internet, Business Fiber Internet, Home Phone Service, or Business Phone Service

October 12, 2022

Gigabit Fiber in Eastern Osage & Western Franklin County, KS

KwiKom is pleased to announce expansion of gigabit fiber-optic Internet in Eastern Osage & Western Franklin County, KS. The upcoming project will deliver 10 gigabit capable fiber-optic Internet to the homes and businesses in and around the communities of Quenemo & Pomona.

This project will also establish a robust fiber backbone in both Counties, a piece of critical infrastructure that will pace and encourage future development and investment. This project is being completed in partnership with the City of Quenemo, the City of Pomona, Franklin County Development Council, and the Kansas Office of Broadband Development through a Capital Project Fund grant. This project is expected to begin in 2023 and be completed within 18 months of commencement.

KwiKom is a telecommunications company headquartered in Iola, Kansas. Our mission is to connect communities, rural and urban, with reliable, quality service using innovative technology and knowledgeable people. We are excited to bring KwiKom fiber to rural Osage and Franklin County and expand our services to the residents and businesses in and around Pomona and Quenemo.

LYON COUNTY, KS EXPANSION

KwiKom is pleased to announce expansion of gigabit fiber-optic Internet in rural Lyon County, KS. The upcoming project will deliver 10 gigabit capable fiber-optic Internet to the homes and businesses in the communities of Neosho Rapids and Hartford and adjacent rural areas of Eastern Lyon County.

This project will also establish a robust fiber backbone in Eastern Lyon County, a piece of critical infrastructure that will pace and encourage future development and investment. This project is the result of a co-investment partnership with the City of Hartford, the City of Neosho Rapids, and the State of Kansas Office of Broadband Development utilizing the Capital Project Fund. This project will begin in 2023 and be completed within 18 months of commencement.

KwiKom is a telecommunications company headquartered in Iola, Kansas. Our mission is to connect communities, rural and urban, with reliable, quality service using innovative technology and knowledgeable people. We are excited to bring KwiKom fiber to rural Lyon County and expand our fiber-optic services to the residents and businesses in and around Neosho Rapids and Hartford.

Coffeyville, KS Internet Service Expansion

KwiKom Communications is expanding our coverage in Coffeyville, Kansas, and the surrounding area. Service is available now – Call 800-379-7292 today and schedule your installation!

We are proud to bring this great option to you as part of our on-going expansion into the area. KwiKom services in-town and the surrounding rural areas, with the fastest available Fixed Wireless Internet. With KwiKom you can enjoy High-Speed internet with Truly Unlimited Data. Streaming, gaming, browsing, and more!

Bringing the best available Internet and Phone service, we offer packages designed for both business and residentialcustomers. You can add a phone with unlimited calling for as low as $25 per month plus applicable taxes and fees (Phone not required to get Internet). If you have a local business, check out our Cloud PBX service by clicking here, our PBX system is very affordable and designed with businesses of all sizes in mind.

You can order service now by clicking here, or give us a call at 800-379-7292.

September 15, 2022

Osage City, KS

OSAGE CITY, KS GIGABIT FIBER EXPANSION

KwiKom Communications is proud to announce the expansion of fiber optic Internet to Osage City, Kansas. This expansion will provide state-of-the-art reliable Internet service with bandwidth up to 1 gigabit per second (1000 megabit per second) to homes and businesses in and around Osage City.

In addition to Internet, optional phone with unlimited calling is available for as low as $25 per month plus applicable taxes and fees (Phone not required to get Internet). If you have a local business, check out our Cloud PBX service, our PBX system is very affordable and designed for all size of businesses.

With KwiKom you can enjoy Unlimited Data, with as much streaming, gaming, and browsing as you need. To inquire about service for your home or business, or to sign up call 800-379-7292 or sign-up online.

For more information about:

September 2, 2022

Caney/Tyro, KS Internet Service Expansion

KwiKom Communications has new wireless services in rural areas surrounding both the Caney and Tyro towns! This upgrade is apart of our ongoing promise to provide the best High-Speed Internet, in-town and rural. With KwiKom you can Enjoy Unlimited data, with as much streaming, gaming, browsing, and more.

We offer packages designed for both business and residential customers.

You can even add a phone with unlimited calling for as low as $25 per month plus applicable taxes and fees (Phone not required to get Internet). If you have a local business, check out our Cloud PBX service by clicking here, our PBX system is very affordable and designed with businesses of all sizes in mind.

Service is available in town and the surrounding rural area. You can order new service for your home by clicking here, for your business by clicking here, or by calling us at 800-379-7292.

August 8, 2022

WESTERN LINN COUNTY, KS EXPANSION

KwiKom is pleased to announce expansion of gigabit fiber-optic Internet in Western Linn County, KS. The upcoming project will deliver 10 gigabit capable fiber-optic Internet to the homes and businesses in the communities of Parker, Goodrich, Centerville, and Blue Mound. 

This project will also establish a robust fiber backbone in Western Linn County, a piece of critical infrastructure that will pace and encourage future development and investment. The overall project is estimated to cost 1.16 million dollars, with Linn County committing $580,000 through a grant to KwiKom, and KwiKom investing the balance. This project is expected to begin in summer 2022 and be completed within 24 months of commencement. 

KwiKom is a telecommunications company headquartered in Iola, Kansas. Our mission is to connect communities, rural and urban, with reliable, quality service using innovative technology and knowledgeable people. We are excited to bring KwiKom fiber to rural Linn County and expand our services to the residents and businesses in Parker, Goodrich, Centerville, and Blue Mound. 

Kansas Broadband Acceleration Grant Awardees

Governor Laura Kelly has announced this year’s awardees for the Kansas Broadband Acceleration Grant. KwiKom is pleased to be among the 11 recipients for this year’s funding. The $992,380 project awarded to KwiKom will deliver 10 gigabit capable fiber to the doorstep of every home and business in north Paola, Kansas.

KwiKom appreciates the state’s continued investment in broadband expansion to under-served areas across the state and the recognition that fiber-optic internet is a critical infrastructure investment that will deliver significant, measurable, and long-lasting returns. The City of Paola will benefit from this partnership for years to come and we are excited to begin the work. We are also thankful for the collaborative efforts from the citizens, businesses, and leaders in Paola as well as the Kansas State Department of Commerce that will help bring this project to fruition. 

KwiKom Communications is a fixed wireless and fiber optic Internet company, headquartered in Iola, Kansas, providing service in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma.