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Celebrating Connectivity: Conexon Recognizes 40 Electric Cooperatives

In a heartwarming event held at Co-ops Connect 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri, Conexon celebrated the achievements of 40 electric cooperatives that have proven their unwavering commitment to expanding high-speed internet access in rural America. These cooperatives were inducted into Conexon's inaugural 100 Club, a prestigious accolade awarded to those who have successfully completed the construction of fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) networks. This initiative has played a transformative role in bridging the connectivity gap for underserved communities across the nation.

The 100 Club, introduced in 2024 with its first group of inductees, aims to highlight the vital efforts of electric co-ops pursuing high-speed internet deployment. The revelation of this year’s honorees took place during a special recognition ceremony in May, emphasizing the ongoing dedication of these cooperatives to ensuring that their members receive 100% broadband access. Randy Klindt, a founding partner of Conexon, articulated the significance of this milestone, stating, “Our electric co-op partners don’t just build networks—they build futures. By committing to ensuring broadband access to 100% of their membership, they’ve opened the door to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.”

Conexon continues to support these cooperatives in designing and constructing fiber networks within their service territories. In addition, Conexon Connect, the firm's ISP division, acts as the internet service provider for select partners. Despite the sheer scale of the fiber broadband challenges in rural areas, the cooperation between Conexon and the electric cooperatives has led to remarkable achievements. These collaborative initiatives encompass years of community engagement and infrastructure investments, significantly enhancing the quality of life in many regions.

Since the inception of the Conexon 100 Club, an impressive array of 40 electric co-ops from ten states have now been recognized for their completed FTTH projects through the second quarter of 2025. Some of these initiatives trace back to 2017, showcasing their long-term dedication to improving digital accessibility. Looking ahead, Conexon plans to continue recognizing new co-ops annually, underlining the critical role electric cooperatives play in addressing the digital divide through broadband delivery.

For those interested in the comprehensive list of the Conexon 100 Club inductees, further details can be accessed through Conexon’s official website.

About Conexon

Conexon stands at the forefront of broadband network design and operations, partnering with electric cooperatives and communities to deploy fiber-to-the-home solutions throughout rural America. Over the past decade, the company has collaborated with electric co-ops across 80 markets, effectively launching and expanding fiber-to-the-home networks. Today, Conexon Connect provides multi-gigabit speed internet access to communities previously bereft of reliable service. By harnessing federal, state, and local grants and subsidies for FTTH projects, the company has secured over $2 billion in funding, leading the nation in the quest for better broadband connectivity. Through this impactful work, nearly three million rural Americans now enjoy access to fiber-optic internet, exemplifying Conexon’s commitment to building a connected future.