We believe all cities should have the fastest internet.
Our goal:
1,000,000
homes connected
Fiber internet access helps the whole community. Seriously.
It’s about more than streaming your favorite show or sending photos. It helps fuel economic growth and attract businesses and the workforce they require. And beyond that, fiber internet access increases housing values and spurs community development.
The real-world impact of Lumos Fiber Internet.
Alleghany Highlands, VA
Botetourt County, VA
Orange County, NC
Alleghany Highlands, VA
Population: 15,223
We worked with the US Department of Agriculture’s Rural Utilities Service initiative, in collaboration with local leadership, to complete a fiber expansion of more than 12,000 addresses and 650 route miles.
12,000
Homes added
Botetourt County, VA
Population: 33,866
In 2021, we worked with several agencies within the State of Virginia and Botetourt County to help provide residents with 59 miles of fiber optic lines, bringing the highest quality Internet to 548 new addresses, including 30 local businesses.
548
Homes added
Orange County, NC
Population: 148,884
In April of 2022, we entered into a public-private partnership to bring fiber Internet service to more than 6,000 homes and businesses, many of which had little or no Internet. We’re even investing further to cover an additional 21,000 addresses, making this one of the largest fiber infrastructure partnerships in state history!
28,000
Homes added
“The world is more connected than ever, and communities need high speeds to keep pace.”
Brian Stading, CEO
Internet built for that most hopeful of all things—the future.
Lumos Leadership Team
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Brian Stading
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Stading
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Stading is the Chief Executive Officer at Lumos. Reporting to Lumos’ Board of Directors, he joins the Lumos executive team with a bold growth plan to expand the company’s 100% Fiber Internet network to over one million homes in the next five years. Brian has a track record of proven leadership and success that spans over 30 years of experience at telecommunications companies, including Ziply, CenturyLink and Qwest. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Aurora University and a master’s from the Kellogg Graduate School of Business at Northwestern University.
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David Smith
Chief Network Officer
David Smith
Chief Network Officer
David Smith is Chief Network Officer for Lumos, leading operations, engineering, outside plant, facilities, supply chain, safety, and product development teams. He has over 15 years of experience in information technology and telecommunications and has held numerous business management leadership roles, including Booz Allen consulting. David holds a B.S. in Information Systems Management from Bridgewater College and an MBA from Averett University.
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Heather Martin
Chief Financial Officer
Heather Martin
Chief Financial Officer
Heather Martin is the Chief Financial Officer at Lumos, overseeing financial strategy, forecasting, analysis, accounting, and controls. With more than 25 years of experience in finance, operations, and leadership within the telecommunications industry, she has a proven track record of building high-performing teams that drive transformational and sustainable growth. Heather's career includes key roles at Deloitte, Ameritech, SBC, and AT&T. She holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Miami University and a master’s degree in organizational behavior from the University of Chicago.
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A.J. Brown
Chief Legal Officer
A.J. Brown
Chief Legal Officer
A.J. Brown is Chief Legal Officer for Lumos, leading the company’s legal, regulatory, and government affairs work. With over 15 years of legal experience, she previously held positions as Counsel to the Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Communications and Technology in the United States House of Representatives and as Legal Advisor to the Federal Communications Commission’s Incentive Auction Task Force, among others. A.J. earned a B.A. in Economics from Bates College and a J.D. from Yale Law School.
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Tony DeGregorio
Chief Information Officer
Tony DeGregorio
Chief Information Officer
Tony DeGregorio is Head of IT Transformation for Lumos, leading the company’s digital strategy, cybersecurity and IT transformational enablement activities. Tony brings more than 30 years’ of IT leadership experience with global organizations. Tony previously served as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Harsco Corporation and, earlier in his career was Chief Information Officer at Tyco Flow Control, a division of Tyco International, now Johnson Controls. Tony served in the US Navy and subsequently received an Associate of Science degree in Electro-Mechanical Drafting and Design from the American Institute of Design in Philadelphia, PA.
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Karen Hoch
Vice President of Marketing
Karen Hoch
Vice President of Marketing
Karen Hoch is Vice President of Marketing for Lumos, leading marketing and customer experience functions. She is an accomplished marketing leader with over 15 years of experience in various industries and agency roles. Karen holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Salem College and a master’s in digital communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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John Hill
Vice President of Sales
John Hill
Vice President of Sales
John Hill is the Vice President of Sales at Lumos and is responsible for leading the organization's bold revenue growth plan. He has 30+ years of experience in a range of disciplines, including revenue growth management, pricing strategy, marketing, and finance. His background includes telecommunication companies like Motorola and branded CPG companies like ConAgra Brands. John holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois and an MBA from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management and Northwestern University.
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Nora Mitchell
Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller
Nora Mitchell
Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller
Nora Mitchell is Vice President, Corporate Controller of Lumos, overseeing all financial operations and reporting, along with vital treasury and tax functions. Before joining the company, Nora worked at Segra, where she served as senior director, assistant controller and director of accounting. Nora has extensive experience in accounting and finance with nTelos and in the auditing practice at Ernst & Young. Nora earned an M.S. degree in accounting as well as her BBA degree in accounting from James Madison University. She is an active CPA in the state of Virginia.
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Derek Kelly
Vice President of Market Development
Derek Kelly
Vice President of Market Development
Derek Kelly is the Vice President of Market Development for Lumos, leading government affairs and expansion strategy initiatives. His team engages external partners within local and state government and the community to form public-private partnerships and increase Lumos’ impact in communities. Derek has more than 20 years of industry experience with leadership roles in sales, operations, and government relations. Derek also serves as the Virginia Broadband Industry Association president, promoting members’ interests that affect the broadband industry. He is also the vice-chairman of the Kramden Institute, a North Carolina non-profit focused on providing technology tools and training to bridge the digital divide.
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Breanna (Bre) Grandstaff
Chief of Staff
Breanna (Bre) Grandstaff
Chief of Staff
Breanna (Bre) Grandstaff is the Chief of Staff for Lumos. With extensive experience supporting executive teams, Bre has dedicated her professional career to ensuring cross-functional alignment and improving processes for strategic initiatives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Her previous experience includes roles at CenturyLink and fourteen years of service in the United States Army as a combat medic. Bre holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix.
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Sara Weiss
Vice President, Human Resources
Sara Weiss
Vice President, Human Resources
Sara Weiss is the Vice President of Human Resources for Lumos, leading all HR functions and people initiatives. With 20 years of HR experience for high-growth organizations and over 15 years in the telecom industry, she excels at building high-performing teams and fostering an engaged workforce.
Sara’s degree in Commercial Art with a minor in Fine Arts from Southwest Baptist University enhances her creative approach to HR, enabling innovative program design and talent strategies. She has also served as secretary and HR counsel on the board of directors for the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte, demonstrating her commitment to community service and leadership.
Driving Positive Change for a Sustainable Future
Together, we can make a lasting impact on the environment, our society, our communities, and the future of telecommunications.