Amperage Infrastructure Corporation Makes Strategic Investment in VistaBeam Internet in Support of Rural Broadband
December 15, 2024, – Amperage Infrastructure Corporation (Amperage), an investor in broadband service providers across rural America, announces a strategic investment in VistaBeam Internet (VistaBeam), a broadband service provider which delivers Fiber and Fixed Wireless high-speed internet to rural and underserved areas in Nebraska, Wyoming and Colorado.
The investment from Amperage will support VistaBeam’s network buildouts with comprehensive services to enhance value and reach, thereby aligning closely with VistaBeam’s mission to deliver great broadband service to unserved and underserved areas. VistaBeam is committed to empowering the communities they serve with quality affordable broadband, delivered by an experienced team that respects their customers. Amperage provides a full-service platform for developing and scaling broadband infrastructure, addressing expertise and resource gaps to expand connectivity. VistaBeam is a pioneering wireless service provider with coverage that spans 45,000 square miles across three states and 100 towns. VistaBeam’s network currently passes 350,000 households across Nebraska, Wyoming and Colorado.
“VistaBeam’s work to eliminate barriers to broadband deployment nationwide aligns with our mission to bridge the digital gap through fit-for-purpose strategic partnerships tailored to the needs of underserved communities,” said Amperage Co-Founder, Jack Lawrence. “Our investment and partnership will help VistaBeam more efficiently deploy and scale high-quality broadband to communities that need it most.”
VistaBeam’s CEO, Matt Larsen, has over 27 years of experience in rural broadband services. Matt currently serves as Chairman of the Board of WISPA, the trade association for the Fixed Wireless industry and actively works on national and regional policy to expand broadband access to historically ignored communities, particularly in rural communities and areas of persistent poverty.
“The VistaBeam team is pleased to have Amperage as a partner to help accelerate our network expansion,” said Matt Larsen, CEO, VistaBeam. “Our team has deep roots in this region, and a strong appreciation for the communities we serve. The partnership with Amperage gives us the resources to take our development to the next level by adding more fiber and next generation fixed wireless into our service offerings. The hybrid fiber and wireless model enables us to reach more locations quickly and efficiently and provide sorely needed competition.”
Broadband connectivity is critical for rural communities to be able to tap into greater economic potential, and VistaBeam is excited to announce that in addition to upgrades and development of its existing network, it is breaking ground on new projects in all three states. Amperage’s financial and support service investment into VistaBeam will accelerate this deployment, which aligns with Amperage’s mission to help communities nationwide tap into greater economic potential through internet connectivity.
About Amperage Infrastructure Corporation
Amperage is dedicated to bridging the digital divide in America by forming strategic partnerships and delivering high-quality broadband services to underserved communities. Leveraging its comprehensive platform and targeted investments, Amperage seizes the vast potential of the broadband fiber market to provide essential infrastructure to rural areas. By working closely with State and Federal programs, Amperage offsets the high cost of deployment and operations in rural communities. With a focus on the unprecedented wave of government grant-funded infrastructure initiatives, Amperage is committed to creating lasting impact and expanding broadband access nationwide. For more information, visit https://www.amperagecorp.com/.
About VistaBeam Inc
VistaBeam is a hybrid Fiber and Fixed Wireless broadband service provider headquartered in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, with a network covering over 45,000 square miles of Eastern Wyoming, Northern Colorado and Western Nebraska. Vistabeam’s roots in the Midwest run long and deep. Providing great Internet service to the residents and businesses of the Colorado, Nebraska and Wyoming area has always been our primary goal. For more information, visit https:/www.vistabeam.com.