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Vyve Execs Recognized among Telecom Industry’s Top 100 Power Players by Cablefax Magazine
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Vyve Broadband, pioneers in bringing game-changing internet technology to traditionally underserved communities, announces that its CEO, Phil Spencer, and EVP and CFO, Andrew Kober, have been named to the Cablefax 100 top power players within the cable telecom industry. Phil and Andy have been instrumental in implementing a business strategy that ensures Vyve’s long-term viability and customer and employee satisfaction while remaining highly focused on the company’s mission to bridge the digital divide. The Cablefax Top 100 Power Players recognizes the duo’s vision and commitment to bringing meaningful opportunities across its service footprint.
“Access to affordable internet service levels the playing field for so many across our great country,” maintains Spencer. “Our commitment to providing that access to those who have been traditionally underserved, is a big part of our mission and passion. If knowledge is power, then I’d like to think that Vyve is giving power to communities through access to knowledge and opportunity. So, I share this top power player recognition with all of those we serve. Thank you for the honor of serving you.”
Vyve Broadband serves largely non-urban communities in sixteen states, including Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Nebraska, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming. The company offers a comprehensive suite of access, fiber connectivity, cable television and voice services for commercial and residential customers, including support for next generation technologies such as AR/VR, IoT, SD-WAN and Cloud.
“Vyve values hard work, inclusion, and kindness,” continues Kober. “Our employees are the bedrock upon which our mission rests. They are how we got here, and they are driving where we go – and we’re going to a lot of new places. So, we share this honor with our product engineers, installers, support staff and everyone who has had a hand in our shared successes. Collectively we are continuing our mission to provide essential high-speed internet services to traditionally underserved communities, regardless of location or socioeconomics.”

Vyve Participating in FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) to Bring High-Speed Internet to Eligible Low-Income Households
Vyve Participating in FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) to Bring High-Speed Internet to Eligible Low-Income Households 150 150 Vyve Broadband

Eligible Households Can Receive a $30 Credit for High-Speed Internet on Plans Starting at 105Mbps up to Vyve Gig, Where Available

Vyve Broadband, pioneers in bringing game-changing internet technology to traditionally underserved communities, announces it is participating in the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). The ACP provides a credit of up to $30 per month ($75 on Tribal lands, which includes nearly all of Oklahoma) towards the cost of high-speed internet access for eligible low-income households. Eligible households can apply Vyve’s ACP credit to internet plans ranging from 105Mbps to Vyve Gig, where available.

“Affordable internet service helps to level the playing field for so many low-income families – it’s about access to opportunity,” comments Phil Spencer, Chief Executive Officer, Vyve Broadband. “The FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program uniquely aligns with what has always been our mission. Since day one, we have championed delivering the best technologies to everyone, everywhere, regardless of location or financial status. The ACP program helps us to further that mission.”

Vyve believes that access to information, literature, scholarly articles, arts and sciences, entertainment, politics, and people (among many others) are the building blocks of opportunity. Vyve continues its founding mission to provide essential high-speed internet services to traditionally underserved communities, regardless of location or socioeconomics.

To learn more about Vyve’s ACP program, call 855-734-VYVE (8983) or visit www.vyvebroadband.com/acp

Amid Europe’s Growing Humanitarian Crisis, Vyve Offers Free Calling to Ukraine, Moldova, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia
Amid Europe’s Growing Humanitarian Crisis, Vyve Offers Free Calling to Ukraine, Moldova, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia 150 150 Vyve Broadband

Vyve is part of a growing, grassroots movement by American companies to support Ukrainian refugees and those affected by the ongoing conflict. 

Vyve Broadband, pioneers in bringing game-changing internet technology to traditionally underserved communities, announces that it is offering Vyve Phone customers free long-distance calling to the countries of Moldova, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Ukraine for the month of March. Additionally, Vyve has set up phones in each of its 38 local offices across the U.S. that both customers and non-customers can use to make free calls to these countries.

Across the U.S., a growing number of companies are establishing a commitment to do what they can to aid the surging humanitarian crisis in Eastern Europe. Already, close to 1 million refugees have fled Ukraine, which could be just the tip of the total diaspora. The European Union (EU) estimates that up to 4 million people could end up displaced by the Russian incursion, with many seeking shelter in neighboring Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Moldova. With its strong history of bringing meaningful technology to the underserved, Vyve’s leadership felt compelled to act. 

“At Vyve, we recognize that the war in Ukraine is a global concern that is impacting real human beings both abroad and at home,” comments Andy Parrott, President and COO of Vyve Broadband. “By waiving charges for long-distance calls to the area, we want to support our customers as they seek to keep in touch with their friends, family members, and loved ones affected by this crisis.” 

According to a Morning Consult poll from March 1, 2022, most Americans want U.S.-based companies to take some form of action in support of Ukraine. While many multinational companies have already taken a firm stance on business dealings in the region, Vyve’s announcement underscores the efforts of American-owned and operated companies to support the humanitarian needs of Ukraine’s refugees.  

Vyve believes that access to information, literature, scholarly articles, arts and sciences, entertainment, politics, and people (among many other resources) are the building blocks of opportunity. With this decision, Vyve is bringing its founding mission to provide essential services to traditionally underserved communities to the international arena.  

Vyve’s 25-Market Fiber Expansion Delivers Essential, Business-Boosting Connectivity
Vyve’s 25-Market Fiber Expansion Delivers Essential, Business-Boosting Connectivity 150 150 Vyve Broadband

RYE BROOK, N.Y. (Jan. 18, 2022) — Vyve Business Services, pioneers in bringing game-changing internet technology to traditionally underserved communities, announces the expansion of its Fiber Business Services to 25 new markets. The new markets were selected for their strong business communities, leadership and growth opportunities, and Vyve is committed to advancing commerce and providing seamless pathways to digital transformation for businesses in these communities.

Fast, reliable and secure business services are essential to sustainable, long-term, business growth,” comments Ed Butler, Chief Commercial Officer, Vyve Broadband. “Since our founding, we have invested our own capital and championed the delivery of the best technologies to everyone, everywhere. Our fiber will serve as a gateway to a digital future – a gateway to endless growth for business and a technology partner that can scale easily as you grow. We’re thrilled to be a part of these communities and among the best and most innovative business leaders around.”

Vyve’s fiber expansion includes the following markets:

  • Antlers, OK
  • Atwood, KS
  • Bermuda Run – Statesboro, GA
  • Brevard, NC
  • Central City, NE
  • Clemson – Applewood, SC
  • Clemson – Dogwood, SC
  • Clemson – Summit Communities, SC
  • Douglas, WY
  • Durant, OK
  • Franklin, NC
  • Hendersonville, NC
  • Hugo, OK
  • Kingston, OK
  • Mineral Wells, TX
  • Oakhurst, CA
  • Othello, WA
  • Paris, TX
  • Ponderay, ID
  • Sandpoint, ID
  • Sapulpa, OK
  • Seminole, OK
  • Statesboro, GA
  • Wray, CO
  • Yreka, CA

These new markets will have access to Vyve’s full suite of services including symmetrical fiber-based broadband with speeds up to 10 Gigabit per second (Gbps) to businesses of all sizes. With a network spanning 16 states, built-in redundancy and reliability (99.99% uptime), and Tier 1 exchange points in some of America’s largest cities, Vyve Business Services offer a quick to deploy, highly-scalable and affordable pathway to next-generation networking and storage solutions such as Cloud and SD-WAN with the ability to manage the proliferation of bandwidth-hungry IoT applications.

“Moving from a service that essentially was built for residential users to a true business-class managed service gives us the ability to exceed our customers’ expectations and focus more on our business growth,” said Austin Montecuollo at Gregory’s Restaurant, Rutherfordton, NC.”Before we implemented Vyve Fiber Services, our ability to provide the best possible customer experience was often crippled by unreliable and sometimes downright embarrassing technology and poor connections – not anymore,” commented Dane at Clyde’s Towing, Ponderay, ID.

Vyve Broadband Announces New Head of Marketing, Jill Arbet
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SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA (September 7, 2021) – Vyve Broadband, a leading provider of broadband services across the Southeast, Northwest, and Mid-South United States, today announced that Jill Arbet has been recruited to assume the role of Senior Vice President, Marketing, effective immediately. Ms. Arbet will manage customer communications, acquisition, loyalty, and marketing strategies with a key focus on high-speed data customer growth.

Ms. Arbet has spent over 19 years working in the telecommunications and cable television industries. Most recently, she served as the Vice President of Marketing for Suddenlink Communications where she directed the company’s Marketing and Brand Initiatives with a special focus on television advertising campaigns. While at Suddenlink, she also spearheaded the rebranding and name change of the company, not once but twice, and led the marketing transition and name change for eight separate acquisitions.

Ms. Arbet received her Bachelor of Science from Oklahoma State University. She was selected to participate in CTAM’s Cable Executive Management Program at Harvard Business School. She was also selected for the Women In Cable Telecommunications, Betsy Magness Leadership Institute. She also belonged to the National Cable Television Cooperative Lancelot Group, was a Beacon Award Judge that honors excellence in cable communications and public affairs, and a Judge for the Cable and Telecommunications Cable Marketing Awards Program.

Passionate about kids, Ms. Arbet serves on the board of the Magic House. She has actively supported and participated in several children’s causes including a Glass Slipper initiative that created a prom for teens with special needs, and Jamestown New Horizons which provides therapeutic horseback riding lessons. She’s also active in several other civic and non-profit organizations.

Ms. Arbet will report to Andy Parrott, President and Chief Operating Officer of Vyve Broadband.  “I’m extremely pleased we were able to recruit Jill as a member of our executive leadership team,” said Andy Parrott, “With her knowledge and experience in the industry, I look forward to her contributions and leadership of Vyve’s marketing and strategic growth efforts.”

 

Mega Broadband Investments Promotes Andy Parrott to President
Mega Broadband Investments Promotes Andy Parrott to President 150 150 Vyve Broadband

SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA – Mega Broadband Investments LLC (“MBI”), a leading provider of broadband services across the Southeast, Northwest, and Mid-South United States, today announced that Andy Parrott has been promoted to the role of President, effective immediately. He will also retain his title as Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Parrott will continue to manage day-to-day operations across field services, engineering, network and technical operations, marketing, construction, IT, and customer care.

An industry veteran, Mr. Parrott began his career in technical operations for Charter Communications before serving in roles of increasing seniority at Suddenlink Communications and, eventually, Altice USA after their 2015 acquisition of Suddenlink. Since joining MBI as Chief Operating Officer in 2019, Mr. Parrott has led the ongoing system upgrade efforts, integration of MBI’s acquisitions, and continued focus on customer-centricity.

“Andy has been an invaluable asset to the MBI team and has been instrumental in helping us build MBI into the business it is today,” said Phil Spencer, Chief Executive Officer of MBI. “Over the last few years we have invested significant capital to upgrade our networks, roll out Gigabit internet service across our footprint, and improve our customer experience – none of these initiatives would have been possible without Andy and we look forward to his continued leadership.”

“We are incredibly proud of the contributions Andy has made to MBI since joining us in 2019,” said Andy Kober, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of MBI. “Andy’s enthusiasm for service and entrepreneurship is contagious throughout our organization and we are excited for him to continue to excel in his role.” 

About Mega Broadband Investments

Mega Broadband Investments LLC, operating as Vyve Broadband, largely serves rural communities in sixteen states across the Southeast, Northwest, and Mid-South United States. Vyve Broadband offers an extensive range of broadband, fiber connectivity, cable television and voice services for commercial and residential customers. Residential services include high-speed internet with services up to Vyve Gig, all-digital and high-definition video and digital voice services. Vyve Business Services provides optical Ethernet, PRI and hosted voice services to the business community. For more information, please visit www.vyvebroadband.com.

  

Contacts:

Mega Broadband Investments

Kellie Kennedy

312-933-4903

kelliek@theharbingergroup.com

Connected2Fiber Helps Vyve Broadband Serve The Underserved
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Connected2Fiber Helps Vyve Broadband Serve The Underserved

Connected2Fiber’s market participation capabilities will allow Vyve to provide critical broadband services to markets and locations often overlooked

 BOSTON — DECEMBER 1, 2020 — Connected2Fiber, the location engagement platform for network buyers and sellers, announced today that Vyve Broadband, a communications services provider primarily serving rural and underserved communities, has deployed Connected2Fiber’s The Connected World platform to automate identification of Vyve’s total addressable market of serviceable buildings across the company’s unique rural footprint and communication of that coverage to its network partners. Specifically, Vyve will use The Connected World’s near-net analysis and market participation capabilities to develop insight into previously unknown buildings and customer opportunities that are serviceable by the company, identify new network leasing partnerships, and automate communication of their serviceable locations to their industry partners.

“Connected2Fiber allows for easy identifiation of all the locations and enterprises Vyve currently services as well as those we could potentially service,” said Diane Quennoz, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Vyve. “Our passion at Vyve is bringing the fastest speeds and best service to rural communities across the country. Ultimately, the information gained from Connected2Fiber’s platform and its application set will help further automate this process and assist in the development of our network routes.”

The automated capture of near-net buildings results in more potential revenue – as those locations can be leveraged by sales to communicate network coverage to leasing partners as well as to sell into those buildings directly. Once The Connected World platform identifies all near-net buildings for a network provider, those locations are stored along with on-net buildings in a personalized instance within the platform to be leveraged for wholesale and direct selling opportunities.

“Vyve came to us with the stated goal of better serving their communities with vital broadband and other communications services,” added Robert Kenney, Chief Revenue Officer at Connected2Fiber. “And the communities they serve are indeed some of the most broadband bereft in the US. You combine this fact with the realities of a global pandemic and the critical importance of having high-speed connectivity during this time, and their mission takes on that much more importance. The unique set of location-based intelligence and automation services built into The Connected World platform will allow Vyve to focus on providing critical connectivity services to those who need it right now.”

“Our continued partnership with Connected2Fiber is going to help our organization further identify ways to lease out our networks as well as identify new serviceable building opportunities,” commented Ed Butler, Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales at Vyve. “It will also provide further insight into the businesses in the communities that we serve and help Vyve continue to offer superior internet service at the lowest possible price.”

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About Connected2Fiber
Connected2Fiber is the location engagement platform for network buyers and sellers. The Connected World platform details and displays deep, trusted location-based insight and empowers users to leverage that insight to automate go-to-market processes around deal identification, account prioritization, and product pricing. Visit Connected2Fiber on the web at www.connected2fiber.com or follow us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/connected2fiber/.

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mcollins@connected2fiber.com

About Vyve Broadband LLC
Vyve Broadband is an innovative company, founded in 2012 serving largely non-urban communities in sixteen states, including Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, Nebraska, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming. A technology leader in the cable and broadband sectors, Vyve Broadband offers an extensive range of broadband, fiber connectivity, cable television and voice services for commercial and residential customers. Vyve was formed as a platform to provide the very best next-generation services and features available, combined with a sector-leading customer experience. Residential services include high-speed Internet with speeds up to Vyve Gig, all-digital, high-definition video and fully featured digital voice. Vyve Business Services provides optical Ethernet, PRI and hosted voice services to the business community.

Media Inquiries
Vyve Broadband
Diane Quennoz
+1 (914) 450-0876
Diane.quennoz@vyvebb.com

Vyve Broadband Completes Acquisition in South Carolina
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VYVE BROADBAND(R) COMPLETES ACQUISITION IN SOUTH CAROLINA

Vyve Acquires FamilyView Cablevision Asset in Central South Carolina

Vyve Broadband announced today that it has completed the purchase of FamilyView Cablevision in and around areas of Pickens and Anderson Counties of South Carolina.

“I am excited for FamilyView to join the Vyve Broadband family, which is a company that has the resources to bring us faster broadband speeds, and to continue to be part of our community,” said Larry Waterman, president and chief executive officer for FamilyView Cablevision.

This acquisition will complement Vyve’s existing footprint in South Carolina. Vyve currently provides high-speed internet, television and voice services to residential and business customers in rural markets across 16 states.

Vyve has already begun the upgrades to the FamilyView Cablevision system to deliver broadband speeds up to Vyve Gig (960Mbps), which is consistent with the Company upgrade strategy across the country. Vyve Broadband is focused on creating unequaled broadband speeds and per Phil Spencer, chief executive officer, Vyve Broadband “We welcome FamilyView to the Vyve Broadband family and look forward to delivering a Vyve Gig this summer.”

Vyve Broadband Announces Acquisition in South Carolina
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VYVE BROADBAND(R) ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION IN SOUTH CAROLINA
Vyve to Acquire FamilyView Cablevision Asset in Central South Carolina

Vyve Broadband announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to purchase the FamilyView Cablevision asset in and around Clemsen and Central (Pickens and Anderson Counties,) South Carolina.

“This is a very exciting time for FamilyView and I am happy that we found a company with the resources that can not only bring us faster broadband speeds, but one that shares the same commitment to the community,” said Larry Waterman, president and chief executive officer for FamilyView Cablevision.

This ‘tuck in’ acquisition will complement Vyve’s existing footprint in South Carolina. Vyve currently provides high-speed internet, television and voice services to residential and business customers in rural markets across 16 states.

Upon close of the acquisition the FamilyView Cablevision system will be upgraded to deliver broadband speeds up to a Gig (1,000Mbps), which is consistent with the Company upgrade strategy across the country. Vyve Broadband is focused on creating unequaled broadband speeds and per Phil Spencer, chief executive officer, Vyve Broadband “We are very excited to have FamilyView become part of the greater Vyve organization.”

Eagle Broadband, Northland Communications and Vyve Broadband Announce Response To Help Keep Rural Americans Connected During Covid-19 Crisis
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EAGLE BROADBAND, NORTHLAND COMMUNICATIONS AND VYVE BROADBAND ANNOUNCE RESPONSE TO HELP KEEP RURAL AMERICANS CONNECTED DURING COVID-19 CRISIS

Eagle Broadband, Northland Communications and Vyve Broadband join FCC Chairman Pai in a pledge to “Keep Americans Connected.” As part of this pledge, Eagle, Northland and Vyve will, for the next 60 days, waive late fees and not disconnect Internet or Phone service to any residential or small business customer that calls to inform the company of their inability to pay bills due to the disruptions caused by COVID-19. Additionally, customer care teams will offer flexible payment options to help see customers through this time.

Eagle, Northland and Vyve are working with local leaders to help support keeping communities connected and also invited residents in need to use WiFi in the proximity of their local offices.

“We provide a vital service that everyone will be counting on over the next several months. As our students and workforces are shifting to the home, we want to let you know that our networks and teams are built to keep you connected,” Chief Executive Officer Phil Spencer said.

To further enforce our commitment, Eagle, Northland and Vyve have implemented extra precautions at facilities, retail stores and home visits including:

• Following the CDC’s recommendation for frequent handwashing. Including posting signs as a
reminder.
• Asking employees to wear gloves during installations and repairs, front counter transactions, and
while handling customer equipment.
• Regularly sanitizing the computer keyboards, countertops, door handles, pens, and credit card
machines at our locations.
• Quarantining and sanitizing our returned equipment.
• Encouraging the practice of social distancing in our offices and in customer homes and locations.

Spencer adds, “’Our Communities Connected’ is our company philosophy. It is a real privilege and a true blessing to be able to provide services that folks will be counting on to keep in touch with their families, stay informed, educated and yes, entertained during a tough period.”

 

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