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Fibernow Appoints Jason Praeter as Chief Executive Officer

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Fibernow Appoints Jason Praeter as Chief Executive Officer
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Fibernow Appoints Jason Praeter as Chief Executive Officer

2026-02-10 00:00 Last Updated At:13:34

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 9, 2026--

Fibernow, a leading provider of fiber-based broadband, cloud-based video, and digital voice services, today announced the appointment of Jason Praeter as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Praeter succeeds Luis Rodriguez, who successfully led Fibernow through a period of foundational growth, platform development, and operational buildout. Rodriguez will continue to support the company on an ongoing basis.

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“Jason is a proven operator with deep experience scaling fiber-based businesses and leading organizations through periods of growth and transformation,” said Jonathan Friesel, Senior Managing Director and Head of Fiber at DigitalBridge. “His disciplined, customer-first approach and track record of translating fiber investment into market expansion position Fibernow strongly as we execute the next phase of our strategy and broaden our footprint.”

Praeter brings nearly two decades of experience in the consumer broadband and fiber infrastructure space, having begun his career in the industry in 2007. He joins Fibernow from altafiber, where he helped oversee nearly $1 billion in revenue and served a customer base of more than 500,000 subscribers. During his tenure, Praeter held senior leadership roles across sales, operations, and general management, leading large-scale network expansions, operational scaling initiatives, and sustained customer growth across multiple markets.

“I’m excited to step into the role of Chief Executive Officer at Fibernow and lead the company into its next phase of growth,” said Praeter. “Fibernow has built a strong platform and a reputation for delivering reliable, high-capacity fiber services. As demand continues to grow, our focus will be on expanding our network footprint while bringing world-class service to customers across Florida and beyond, strengthening execution, and building the operational foundation needed to support the next phase of long-term, sustainable growth.”

DigitalBridge remains committed to supporting Fibernow as it enters its next phase of growth. In parallel with Fibernow’s growth initiatives, the company is deeply focused on elevating the customer experience across every touchpoint, from onboarding through ongoing lifecycle enhancements. This commitment is reflected in the evolution of our Customer Support organization into a dedicated Customer Experience team, underscoring our belief that exceptional service must match the strength of our technology. Backed by DigitalBridge and its extensive network of digital infrastructure companies, Fibernow also benefits from a significant competitive advantage in its ability to execute quickly and scale efficiently. This support enables Fibernow to accelerate network expansion, strengthen operations, and deliver world-class broadband services to communities and businesses across Florida and beyond.

About Fibernow

Founded in 2004 and based in South Florida, Fibernow is a leading fiber broadband provider serving communities and businesses across Florida. Fibernow delivers high-speed fiber internet, cloud-based television, digital voice, and business services, including managed IT and hosted voice solutions, tailored to support small- to mid-sized businesses and large-scale community properties.

Fibernow Appoints Jason Praeter as Chief Executive Officer

Fibernow Appoints Jason Praeter as Chief Executive Officer

CHICAGO (AP) — Oscar Cluff scored 21 points, Trey Kaufman-Renn had 20 and No. 18 Purdue topped No. 3 Michigan 80-72 on Sunday for the Big Ten Tournament championship.

Braden Smith had 14 points, 11 assists and three steals as Purdue (27-8) added to an impressive turnaround after closing the regular season with four losses in six games. Fletcher Loyer made three 3-pointers and finished with 14 points.

Purdue won the Big Ten Tournament for the first time since 2023 and third time overall. It lost to Michigan in the final in 1998 and 2018.

The Boilermakers received a No. 2 seed for the NCAA Tournament. They will play Queens on Friday in the first round of the West Region.

Yaxel Lendeborg scored 20 points for top-seeded Michigan (31-3), which beat Purdue 91-80 in their regular-season meeting on Feb. 17. Aday Mara had 17 points, seven rebounds and two blocked shots.

The loss seemingly had no effect on the Wolverines' road for the NCAA tourney. They were awarded the No. 1 seed in the Midwest Region and a Thursday matchup with the winner of the UMBC-Howard game in the First Four.

“We know the month that we have ahead,” Mara said. “We’ve just got to be ready, be better, and feel this right now because it doesn’t feel good, and use it to be better in the tournament.”

Wearing No. 41 after he ripped his No. 3 jersey in frustration early in the game, Smith helped the Boilermakers seize control by deftly running the pick and roll with Kaufman-Renn in the second half. The senior point guard has 1,075 career assists, just one shy of Bobby Hurley’s NCAA record.

Two jumpers by Kaufman-Renn off passes from Smith powered Purdue to a 55-44 lead with 12:55 left. After Elliot Cadeau scored for Michigan, the 6-foot Smith drove inside, drew a foul on the 7-3 Mara and scored, drawing a big cheer from the Purdue fans in the crowd at the United Center.

Smith celebrated by pounding his chest as he walked toward a rollicking Purdue bench. He made the ensuing free throw for a 58-46 lead with 12:06 to go.

The Boilermakers made nine of their first 11 shots in the second half. They shot 15 for 26 in the second half overall.

Cadeau finished with 10 points and 10 assists for Michigan, which won the Big Ten tourney in 2025. Playing in his hometown, Nimari Burnett scored 12 points.

“They earned it,” Michigan coach Dusty May said. “Obviously we weren’t at our best, but obviously Purdue has something to do with that.”

Purdue used a 12-2 run to take a 38-34 lead late in the first half. But Cadeau found Mara for an alley-oop dunk and converted a tying layup in the final seconds.

Purdue has been a top-four seed in its last nine NCAA Tournament appearances.

Michigan is a No. 1 seed for the fourth time in program history. With two more wins, it would return to the United Center for the Sweet 16.

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Purdue center Oscar Cluff (45) dunks past Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the championship of the Big 10 Conference tournament, Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Purdue center Oscar Cluff (45) dunks past Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the championship of the Big 10 Conference tournament, Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

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