About Us

Fueling regional growth through robust fiber-based communications.

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Connecting Communities

Since 1998, IRIS Networks has been a leading provider of advanced networking solutions for businesses, educational institutions, and government organizations across Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, Virginia, and Georgia. We specialize in delivering high-speed fiber connectivity, diverse middle-mile solutions, voice services, and tailored broadband access designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s digital landscape.

The IRIS network is uniquely positioned to serve both rural communities and major cities along express routes, bringing next-generation data services to areas that need them most. From managed services to dedicated 24/7 technical support, we are committed to providing reliable, scalable, and innovative telecommunications infrastructure with unmatched customer service, agility, and integrity. At IRIS, we take pride in contributing to the growth and welfare of the communities and businesses we serve, ensuring they stay connected, secure, and empowered to achieve their missions.

Core Focus

Connecting Communities and Businesses with Worry-free Technology

Core Values

Work hard for our customers (tirelessly, to understand and exceed expectations)
Have honesty and integrity (in our actions and every interaction)
Take ownership (of our commitments and outcomes)
Embrace teamwork (the power of collaboration)
Make smart decisions (informed, strategic decisions that prioritize long-term value)

Leading the Way

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Our commitment to excellence permeates the entire IRIS organization and extends from our front-line crew to our leadership team. Decades of experience delivering innovative solutions, building a culture of accountability, and putting our customers first, position us to be the first choice for your business.

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Our History Supports the Area’s Future

In November of 1998, eleven telephone companies in the state of Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia, each with millions of dollars invested in fiber optic cable routes, formed IRIS Networks to deliver broadband services via an interconnected network.
Today, IRIS’s powerful infrastructure comprises over 5,000 miles of advanced optical network, using a highly scalable backbone monitored 24/7/365.

As a fiber-based service provider, IRIS sells dedicated point-to-point broadband transport for voice, video and data at speeds between 20Mbps and 400Gbps to competitive local exchange carriers, Internet service providers, long-distance companies, wireless telecommunications service providers, enterprises and SMBs.