ORLANDO, FL – July 27, 2025 – Summit Broadband, a leading fiber-optics telecommunications provider for residential and business customers in Florida, has announced its new investment with the Orlando Economic Partnership (OEP), strengthening its commitment to the economic prosperity and future development of Central Florida. This strategic alliance underscores a shared vision for growth, innovation, and enhanced community connectivity.

The OEP is dedicated to attracting, relocating, retaining, and expanding businesses within Orlando and the broader Central Florida area. Summit Broadband’s investment aligns directly with this mission, recognizing the critical role that robust infrastructure plays in fostering a vibrant economy.

“Becoming an investor with the OEP was an easy decision, as both our organizations share a vision of contributing to the growth and innovation in the Greater Orlando region,” said Kurt Van Wagenen, CEO at Summit Broadband.

For over 30 years, Summit Broadband has been deeply committed to the community and the local economy, noting its support for several OEP Board Members who are also long-term Summit Broadband partners, including respected organizations like Orlando Health, AdventHealth, Universal Parks and Resorts, KPMG, UCF, Tavistock, Nemours, Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, Orange County, and Valencia College.

“We have the same mission and recognize that with fiber infrastructure, the economy will grow. It will attract new companies, create new jobs, drive investment, improve competitiveness, and fuel the region,” said Van Wagenen.

Summit Broadband’s advanced fiber network is a foundational element for future economic development, providing the high-speed, reliable connectivity essential for businesses to thrive, innovate, and expand. This collaboration with OEP will amplify efforts to attract new industries, empower existing enterprises, and cultivate a dynamic environment where businesses can flourish and residents can connect seamlessly.