Peninsula Fiber Network, LLC (PFN) and WINN Communications announced today an agreement that will see the two companies merging, pending regulatory approvals. PFN is a leading provider of fiber optic-based telecommunications and Next Generation 911 services throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, and parts of Minnesota. WINN Communications is an established telecommunications firm operating a fiber optic network in central Michigan with its headquarters in Mount Pleasant.
PFN’s General Manager, Scott Randall, stated, “We have known and worked with WINN for many years. Its fiber optic network fills a void for us in central Michigan and we are very excited to add its employees to the PFN family. We continue to grow rapidly and feel this move is key to continuing to deliver a quality customer experience.”
Mark Graf, WINN Communications General Manager, stated, “We are very excited to join the PFN team. The synergies create great opportunities for both customers and team members. We feel this is a excellent fit as our cultural backgrounds are very similar and the growth potentials are vast, not just to gain and service customers but for team members to grow their talents.
The combined companies will operate a fiber optic network that spans three states covering more than 6,000 miles. The merger will allow both companies to provide a more robust and more resilient network to their customers.
In addition to its offices in Marquette and Lansing, PFN will gain offices in Mt Pleasant and Gaylord.
The close of the transaction is anticipated for March 1, 2023, pending usual federal and state regulatory approvals.
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