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Magnifi Broadband, formerly KCI
Member of the Week
Kentec Communications Inc. (KCI) located in Sterling, Colorado, opened in 1983 as an alphanumeric paging service including two-way radio sales and repair. Over the next 40 years, KCI grew from an alphanumeric paging service to a leading wireless and fiber optic Internet service provider. Kent Sager started KCI back in 1983 then Chip Powell purchased KCI in 2010 and owned it until selling it to Midwest Broadband Opportunities in April of 2024.
In April of 2024, KCI was acquired by Midwest Broadband Opportunities (MBO). This change in ownership marked a significant milestone for the company as it shifts its focus towards delivering exceptional customer experience, a robust network infrastructure and additional broadband offerings. In September of 2024, KCI unveiled its new brand: Magnifi Broadband. With a vision to revolutionize connectivity in the region, Magnifi Broadband is dedicated to making substantial improvements to Kentec Communications' offerings. This includes upgrading network infrastructure, implementing cutting-edge technology, and prioritizing customer satisfaction at every touchpoint. As part of its strategic initiatives, Magnifi is currently focused on strengthening its network in Yuma, a move aimed at expanding its reach and ensuring seamless connectivity for both existing and future customers in the region. This expansion aligns with the company's goal of growth and innovation.
Even though Magnif Broadband has under new ownership, the local employees who have been instrumental in the company's success have continued in their roles and have been hard at work laying the foundation for a new era.
Magnifi Broadband currently employs 11 people. Local staff members include, frontline support personnel, customer service specialists, wireless support technicians, field construction crews, specialized staff and network operations engineers having over 75+ years of technical support and customer service experience.
Magnifi Broadband’s expanded network offers fiber optic service (Internet and Telephone) to commercial and residential customers in Sterling, Atwood, Merino and Yuma, Colorado. A big differentiator for Magnifi Broadband’s fiber Internet service is that they build packages based on the way their customers live their lives and use their services. They include Managed Wi-Fi in all of their packages and a Wi-Fi app that enables customers to manage their Wi-Fi network including enhanced parental controls and built in cybersecurity.
Magnifi Broadband also offers wireless Internet service in Colorado to the following locations: Sterling, Fort Morgan, Brush, Wiggins, Akron, Log Lane Village, Weldona, Snyder, Hillrose, New Raymer, Stoneham, Merino, Atwood, Fleming, Haxtun, Padroni, Iliff, Crook, Sedgwick, and Peetz; In Nebraska: Sidney, Lodgepole and Chappell.
Magnifi Broadband provides additional services to commercial and residential users including: Secure off-site data storage, Cloud based backup and transfer, 24/7 Network Operations Center, Door Access Control Systems, Network Engineering, VoIP Phone Systems and services, Video Surveillance Systems and SmartBiz Solutions.
The company has been diligently working on infrastructure improvements for its customers, enabling Magnifi Broadband to offer increased speeds and better connectivity in markets like Yuma. Additionally, they are expanding their service area. Residents in Sterling or Yuma who were previously unable to access KCI services are encouraged to check the new website, launching in mid-September, to see if they can now receive service. Prospective customers will be able to enter their address to determine service availability and timing. Magnifi Broadband also plans to expand to other local communities in the future. They will use the online sign-up feature to gauge interest and prioritize new markets.
Magnifi Broadband is located at 710 W Main Street, Sterling CO. If you have any questions, please contact them at 970-522-8107 and www.magnifi.net. The company will also be hosting upcoming events in Sterling and Yuma to answer questions from the community and provide information about services. Join them: in Sterling Wednesday, September 18th 4:00 pm-7:00 pm at Sam & Louie's Italian Restaurant and in Yuma Thursday, September 19th 4:00 pm-7:00 pm at Red Willow on Main.
Please join the Logan County Chamber of Commerce in congratulating Magnifi Broadband as this week’s Member of the Week and tying our Community together!
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