Why Carrier-Neutral Networks are the Backbone of Enterprise Data Connectivity
For years, network connectivity has been relegated to the background, an afterthought even. That was then. Now, network connectivity is becoming one of the most strategic decisions an organization can make. In 2025, 94% of enterprises worldwide relied on cloud services, and more than 80% operate multi-cloud environments. This shift is reshaping how data moves, […]
Meet the LSC Team — Robert Bogat
What’s your role at LSC, and what does a typical day look like for you?As the GIS manager, my role is to maintain the digital map of our infrastructure to keep our networks safe and our data accurate. I start my day by opening the 811 (“call before you dig”) websites and the 811 locate […]
A Platinum Achievement: Debra Freitas Honored at the 2026 TITAN Women in Business Awards
The 2026 TITAN Women in Business Awards has officially revealed the winners of Season 1, honoring outstanding achievements in leadership, strategic growth, and organizational success across the global business landscape. Light Source Communications is starting with a historic win. We are incredibly proud to announce that our CEO and Co-Founder, Debra Freitas, has been recognized […]
LSC Joins Edged US At Ribbon-Cutting For New AI-Enabled Phoenix-Area Data Center
Representatives of Light Source Communications (LSC) joined executives with Edged US to celebrate the grand opening of Edged’s latest state-of-the-art data center in Mesa, Arizona. Strategically located less than 20 minutes from downtown Phoenix, the custom-built facility offers 36 MW of critical capacity to the fast-growing Southwest tech corridor, enabling Artificial Intelligence (AI) and inference […]
LSC CEO Honored with Two Prestigious Stevie Awards
Debra Freitas, Co-Founder and CEO of Light Source Communications (LSC), represented the company this month at the annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business, where she accepted two prestigious honors. The Stevie Awards for Women in Business are the world’s premier business awards for female entrepreneurs, executives, employees and the organizations they run. During the […]
Dark Fiber’s Role in Meeting the AI Demand Surge
Artificial Intelligence is only as powerful as the network that supports it. As workloads grow more complex and data volumes skyrocket, dark fiber is lighting the path to a faster, more connected future. AI needs more than just fast connections. It requires high-capacity, low-latency connections between data centers that only dark fiber can provide. Here’s […]
Meet the LSC Team — Medley Branstator
Medley Branstator – Executive Assistant What’s your role at LSC, and what does a typical day look like for you?As an executive assistant, I spend most of my days helping with daily administrative tasks, as well as helping with accounts payable. What’s something unique about working for LSC?I get to bring my son with me […]
Meet the LSC Team – Pete Empie Jr.
Pete Empie Jr. – Director of Engineering What’s your role at LSC, and what does a typical day look like for you? A typical day for me includes drawing up maps for clients, managing utility locate requests (811 systems), and helping price out customer bids. It’s a dynamic role with a direct impact on our […]
Exploring the Benefits of Dark Fiber Connections for Businesses
Businesses must be savvy when it comes to where they choose to invest in their operations. Often, the decision boils down to whether the bang is worth the buck. In today’s interconnected world — which continues to quickly evolve with digital acceleration — one of the most critical areas for enterprises of all types and […]
Meet the LSC Team – Michael Sullivan
Michael Sullivan, General Manager – West What’s your role at LSC, and what does a typical day look like for you? My day starts early. I’m an old guy, so I don’t sleep in. First up is reviewing the day’s meetings, which could be with customers, municipalities, contractors, vendors and/or internal colleagues. Then, I go […]