ZTLSC
ZiTel is a competitive local exchange carrier (CLEC) and regional ISP headquartered in Moneta, VA. We operate more than 600 miles of fiber in Virginia and deliver service to over 3,000 subscribers. Our proven track record demonstrates both technical expertise and financial stability, enabling us to successfully manage multi-county fiber deployments. With BEAD funding awarded through the SC Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS), ZiTEL will  invest $22.37M to deploy 535 miles of fiber in South Carolina. This project will bring reliable, future-proof broadband to 4,966 unserved and underserved passings and extend service availability to a total of 27,753 passings within 1,000 feet of the new network. Grant support of $8.12M combined with ZiTEL�s private investment ensures both scalability and 
sustainability.This project is designed to transform broadband access in Spartanburg, Greenville, Anderson, and Newberry counties. Customers will benefit from symmetrical speeds up to 2 Gbps, low latency, and world-class reliability. The dual-homed ring topology ensures 
resiliency, while strategic partnerships with local EMS and fire departments strengthen community ties. Subscriber turn-up begins at month 14, with positive cash flow projected by Year 3 and profitability by Year 4. Beyond connectivity, this project represents an economic catalyst. Broadband improves home values, supports small business growth, empowers remote work, and expands educational and healthcare opportunities. ZiTEL�s South Carolina expansion will not only close the digital divide but also foster long-term 
regional growth and prosperity.