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ABOUT US
Smart Fiber Networks was founded by our team with the main objective of constructing and managing open access networks that prioritize community needs. Our core team members possess extensive experience in various telecommunications sectors, including overseeing ISP operations, spearheading the development of new fiber networks, and successfully negotiating contracts to meet organizational goals. Since our inception, we have actively collaborated with municipalities to leverage their fiber assets and transform them into valuable resources that benefit local economies, communities, and residents. Our commitment lies in utilizing our expertise to foster growth and connectivity within the areas we serve.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Smart Fiber Networks, we prioritize specialized solutions that meet our customers’ needs. Our team actively engages with the local community to understand their requirements, budget, timeline, and technological preferences. By recognizing the distinctive challenges and goals of each municipality, we can customize our strategies to optimize the impact of their fiber assets. Our collaborative approach not only enhances the local economy but also empowers communities and individuals by providing reliable and affordable connectivity options. We are committed to offering tailored solutions that truly satisfy our customers and contribute to their growth and success.
By utilizing local vendors and subcontractors, Smart Fiber Networks not only supports the growth of the community but also ensures a more efficient and timely project completion. Additionally, this approach allows us to tap into the expertise and knowledge of these local partners, resulting in a higher quality network infrastructure for end consumers.
Our Core Values
Simplify, simplify, simplify.
Let’s keep things smart and straightforward. Leave the unnecessarily complex to the Bay Area tech companies!
Be the business buddy.
Be the kind of person you’d love to work alongside. Let’s do business with folks who share our zest for collaboration, good vibes and hard work.
Community Champions.
Think global, act local! We’re all about putting our community first and supporting local initiatives whenever possible. After all, strong communities make for stronger connections.
MEET THE TEAM
STEVE STUKAS
Co-Founder & CEO
Steve worked in telecom for over 20 years, having managed large scale operations, new construction, and upgrade projects, as a contractor, stakeholder, and owner. He has also directly managed and launched several public-private partnerships projects throughout California.
SHAWN RONICH
Co-Founder & Fiber Optic Engineer
Shawn is a highly experienced multidisciplinary engineer with a proven track record of over 20 years in planning and designing fiber networks. He has successfully worked with both public and private clients on a global scale. Irrespective of the project’s scope, Shawn possesses the expertise to strategically plan, design, and engineer solutions that have a positive impact on the environment and communities he serves.
SAMANTHA EDEEN
Co-Founder & COO
Samantha has been an Operations and People Director in the telecom industry for 15 years, running daily business administration and logistics. She is experienced in managing a variety of teams ranging from construction project managers, field crews and customer installers, as well as the support personnel in between.
