CHICAGO – Nitel, Inc., a single-source provider of telecommunications network services and nationwide virtual network operator, today announced a partnership with Colorado-based TowerSource, the largest and most accurate vertical asset marketplace. The two companies entered into a joint marketing agreement, which will leverage Nitel’s cost-effective backhaul connectivity to wireless towers with TowerSource’s extensive database of wireless sites across the country.

The TowerSource marketplace connects tower owners to those seeking to secure vertical real estate for co-location. The arrangement enables users of the TowerSource marketplace to source backhaul network connectivity from wireless towers in the 48 contiguous states to their terrestrial networks. Nitel uses the networks of over 100 carriers across the country to provide the best, most cost-effective option for its clients. more

CHICAGO – Nitel, Inc., a single-source provider of telecommunications network services and nationwide virtual network operator, launched a suite of flat-rate data connectivity products at the CompTel PLUS Conference and Exhibition in Orlando last week.

Available in all 48 contiguous states, Nitel OneRateâ„¢ offers T1 private line, dedicated internet access and MPLS services to its wholesale and enterprise clients. The flat-rate pricing structure simplifies what is typically a complex process to price network connectivity.

Known for its ability to provide cost-effective data connectivity in rural areas, Nitel sees the offering as a complement to its high capacity bandwidth and metro ethernet products. more

CHICAGO [September 17, 2009] – Nitel, Inc., a single-source provider of telecommunications network services and nationwide virtual network operator, is refocusing its sales and marketing strategies under the leadership of Tim Basa, a noted industry veteran and sales mentor.

Basa recently joined Nitel as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. He is responsible for overseeing the sales force nationwide, expanding marketing and business development strategies, and unifying teams to drive revenue growth.

“Tim’s proven track record of accelerating growth at mid-size telecom organizations makes him an immediate and significant asset to the Nitel team,” said Rick Stern, Nitel chief executive officer. “We have become one of the fastest-growing companies in America by focusing on niche markets where we serve customers with the best network solutions at the best prices. Tim brings to this role experience in growing revenue through identifying and developing niche markets where the company more

CHICAGO [September 17, 2009] – Nitel, Inc., a single-source provider of telecommunications network services and nationwide virtual network operator, announced that experienced telecom industry executive David Zilch has joined the company as Senior Director of Business Development.

Zilch is responsible for establishing and executing a strategy to create new market opportunities for Nitel’s products and services. His focus will include emerging markets, value added resellers, agents and other potential partners.

“Dave has a strong track record of developing and executing plans to establish new lines of business. That’s important in this newly created role for Nitel,” said Rick Stern, chief executive officer. “His well-rounded business background and relationships throughout the telecom industry will be assets as we continue the rapid pace of expansion of the company.”

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CHICAGO – Network Innovations, Inc., a leading single-source provider of telecommunications network services nationwide, announced today that it has changed its corporate name to Nitel.

Rick Stern, chief executive officer, said the new name better reflects the nature of the company’s business in a succinct, direct way.

“We have achieved a solid position in a rapidly evolving technology environment, as demonstrated by our recent recognition among the Inc. 500 and the Crain’s Chicago Business Fast 50,” Stern stated. “As our company grows and matures, it is necessary to project an image commensurate with our place in the market.” more

CHICAGO – Network Innovations, Inc. (NI), a leading single-source provider of telecommunications network services nationwide, has been named one of America’s leaders in entrepreneurial growth by Inc. magazine.

NI is No. 337 on the 2009 Inc. 500/5000, a recently released listing of the 5,000 fastest-growing private U.S.-based companies. Network Innovations’ ranking is based on the company’s extraordinary revenue growth of 726.6 percent from 2005-2008. more