GigaBeam Networks Honored With Collins Marketing Innovation Award Presented by Calix

GigaBeam Networks team receiving the Collins Marketing Innovation Award presented by Calix. — Left to right: Jacob Key, Director of Customer Success for GigaBeam; Eric Workman, CSO for GigaBeam; John Wiegel, RSM for Calix; Lynn Hall, CMO for GigaBeam; Michael Clemons, CEO for GigaBeam; and Sean Supan, Senior Customer Success Manager for Calix.

Release Date: October 19, 2026

GigaBeam Networks has been named the winner of the Collins Marketing Innovation Award presented by Calix. The award recognizes the company’s efforts to better understand its customers, strengthen community connections, and create a more personal internet experience.

“We are honored to receive this recognition from Calix,” said Michael Clemons, CEO of GigaBeam Networks. “We want to thank all of our subscribers who put their trust in GigaBeam Networks. Their support helps make our continued growth possible, and we look forward to bringing fast, reliable internet and local service to more homes and businesses throughout our region.”

GigaBeam’s approach begins with listening. Working with Calix, the company gathered customer feedback to understand what residents value most from their internet provider. That feedback reinforced the importance of dependable service, helpful local support, and a provider with a connection to the community.

Those priorities have helped shape how GigaBeam communicates with customers and introduces its services. Through customer stories, community outreach, and information tailored to everyday needs, the company is helping residents understand how its services can support working from home, learning online, enjoying entertainment, and staying connected with family and friends.

For GigaBeam, this recognition is also an opportunity to look ahead. The company serves communities in Grayson, Bland, and Montgomery counties in Virginia and Logan and Mingo counties in West Virginia. Network construction is actively underway in portions of these areas as GigaBeam works to bring fast, reliable internet to more residents.

As that work continues, GigaBeam remains focused on delivering an experience backed by local people who understand the communities they serve. The company looks forward to welcoming new customers, strengthening existing relationships, and helping more households connect to the opportunities reliable internet makes possible.

Residents can visit www.gigabeam.net, call 540-726-2317, or email info@gigabeam.net to find out whether service is available at their address.

About GigaBeam Networks

GigaBeam Networks is a local internet provider serving communities in southwestern Virginia and southern West Virginia. Through continued network investment and a focus on customer care, GigaBeam is working to bring fast, reliable internet to more homes and businesses across the region.

GigaBeam Networks Named a Top 10 Company in Virginia Tech’s 2026 Hokie 100

Official Virginia Tech 2026 Hokie 100 Top-Ranked Company graphic

Ranked No. 10, the Appalachian broadband provider earns recognition among the fastest-growing businesses founded, owned, or led by Virginia Tech alumni.

Announcement date: September 10, 2026

BLUEFIELD, W.Va. — GigaBeam Networks, a rapidly growing regional broadband and fiber-optic infrastructure provider, is proud to announce its recognition as a Top 10 company in Virginia Tech’s 2026 Hokie 100, ranking No. 10. The annual program recognizes the fastest-growing businesses founded, owned, or led by Virginia Tech alumni.

The recognition places GigaBeam among an accomplished group of Hokie-led businesses demonstrating exceptional growth, entrepreneurship, and leadership across a wide range of industries.

For GigaBeam, the distinction represents more than business growth. It reflects the company’s continued investment in expanding high-speed broadband infrastructure, connecting underserved communities, and creating new opportunities for residents and businesses throughout the Appalachian region.

“Being recognized as a Top 10 company in Virginia Tech’s 2026 Hokie 100 is an incredible honor,” said Michael Clemons, CEO of GigaBeam Networks. “We have built GigaBeam around the belief that communities throughout Appalachia deserve access to the same quality of connectivity available in major metropolitan markets. This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our employees, the trust of our customers, and the communities that have supported our growth.”

Investing in Appalachia’s Connected Future

Headquartered in Bluefield, West Virginia, GigaBeam Networks has established itself as a regional telecommunications provider focused on delivering reliable, high-performance internet connectivity through continued investment in fiber-optic networks and broadband infrastructure.

As demand for connectivity continues to grow, GigaBeam remains committed to expanding its network, improving service capabilities, and helping bridge the digital divide across rural Appalachia.

The company’s growth reflects a broader opportunity to strengthen the region’s economic competitiveness through modern telecommunications infrastructure that supports businesses, education, healthcare, and everyday life.

A Commitment to Innovation and Community

The Hokie 100 recognition also highlights the lasting impact of Virginia Tech’s entrepreneurial community and the role its alumni play in building successful businesses.

For GigaBeam, the university’s emphasis on innovation, leadership, and service aligns closely with the company’s mission to deliver meaningful technological progress in the communities it serves.

“Our success has always been about more than building networks,” Clemons added. “It’s about building opportunities. We’re proud of how far we’ve come, but we’re even more excited about what’s ahead as we continue investing in our communities and expanding our reach.”

About GigaBeam Networks

GigaBeam Networks is a regional broadband and telecommunications provider headquartered in Bluefield, West Virginia. A Top 10 company in Virginia Tech’s 2026 Hokie 100, GigaBeam ranked No. 10 among the program’s recognized businesses. The company specializes in delivering high-speed internet services and developing advanced fiber-optic and wireless broadband infrastructure throughout Appalachia. With a focus on reliability, customer service, and long-term community investment, GigaBeam is committed to connecting the region with the technology and infrastructure needed to thrive in an increasingly digital economy.

Learn more: www.gigabeam.net

About the Hokie 100

The Hokie 100 is an annual Virginia Tech recognition program celebrating the fastest-growing businesses founded, owned, or led by Virginia Tech alumni. The program recognizes entrepreneurial achievement and the contributions of Hokie business leaders across industries and communities.

Media Contact

GigaBeam Networks
Bluefield, West Virginia
www.gigabeam.net

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