Glo Fiber Expands Service and Opens New Retail Location in Suffolk, Virginia

Glo Fiber, powered by Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (SHEN), has announced the opening of a new retail store in Suffolk, Virginia, further expanding its ultra-fast fiber internet service in the region. The grand opening event, scheduled for February 13th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., will take place at the Kensington Square shopping plaza on Godwin Boulevard. The event will feature live broadcasting by 92.9 The Wave, with special Glo Fiber offers and chances to win concert tickets and other prizes.

Glo Fiber's internet, streaming TV, and voice services are already available to over 17,000 homes and businesses in Suffolk, with construction planned to extend coverage to over 8,000 additional locations by the end of the year. The company's 100% fiber optic network provides residential and commercial customers with ultra-fast, ultra-reliable internet technology, allowing for growth at the speed of life and business. Glo Fiber offers symmetrical upload and download speeds of up to 5 gigabits per second (Gbps), ensuring high speeds, low latency, and unparalleled internet reliability.

Chris Kyle, Vice President of Government Affairs at Glo Fiber, stated, "We are excited to bring ultra-fast, ultra-reliable fiber-to-the-home technology to the Suffolk area. Our 100% fiber optic network provides Suffolk residential and commercial customers with the technology to allow for growth at the speed of life and business. We are proud to be partners with the City of Suffolk and look forward to continuing to foster economic growth for Suffolk for years to come."

Glo Fiber's key competitive advantages include:

1. Fiber-to-the-home technology with exceptional reliability: Fiber optic cables are less susceptible to interference, weather conditions, and physical damage, ensuring a more reliable connection compared to traditional copper-based networks.
2. Symmetrical download and upload speeds of up to 5 Gbps: Glo Fiber offers users the same fast speeds for both uploading and downloading data, making it ideal for online gaming, video conferencing, or file sharing.
3. Easy, straight-forward pricing with no long-term contracts: Glo Fiber's all-inclusive pricing excludes only taxes, ensuring transparency and value for customers.
4. Prompt and friendly local customer service: Glo Fiber takes pride in providing superior local customer service, which helps to build customer loyalty and satisfaction.

The opening of a new retail location in Suffolk allows Glo Fiber to provide better local customer service and support, expand its service availability, and offer faster internet speeds and competitive pricing to both residential and commercial customers in the region. Additionally, the partnership with the City of Suffolk can lead to improved infrastructure, increased investment, and better services for Suffolk residents and businesses.



In conclusion, Glo Fiber's expansion in Suffolk, Virginia, aligns with the company's broader growth strategy and is expected to have positive financial implications for Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (SHEN). The new retail location will enable Glo Fiber to attract and retain customers by offering a more reliable, flexible, and future-proof broadband experience compared to traditional cable or DSL-based services. The company's competitive advantages, such as exceptional reliability, symmetrical speeds, and no long-term contracts, contribute to its ability to attract and retain customers in the competitive broadband market.