Be in-the-know on INDATEL
DCN is a proud co-host of the 2019 INDATEL Summer Symposium which brings together employees from 30 statewide networks across the nation to learn about industry trends and discuss their plans for supporting future technologies. These statewide networks, including DCN, are INDATEL members. INDATEL is a nationwide network that partners with its members to deliver […]
Ten DCN employees receive MEF-CECP certifications
BISMARCK, N.D., APRIL 15, 2019 – Ten DCN (Dakota Carrier Network) employees recently received MEF-CECP Certifications following a week of intense training and successful exam completion. MEF-CECP stands for Metro Ethernet Forum-Carrier Ethernet Certified Professional. The three-year certification is recognized industry-wide as the highest standard for carrier ethernet professionals, demonstrating their extensive knowledge of the […]
DCN promotes Aslakson, Guthmiller
Aslakson and Guthmiller promoted to sales department management positions. BISMARCK, N.D., FEB. 26, 2019 – DCN (Dakota Carrier Network) has promoted Mark Aslakson to wholesale sales manager and Jennifer Guthmiller to commercial sales manager. In his new role as wholesale sales manager, Aslakson will provide connectivity solutions for national businesses and wireless carriers expanding their […]
DCN hires first-ever intern Greg Strong
University of Mary senior Strong brings technology industry knowledge and experience. BISMARCK, N.D., FEB. 11, 2019 – DCN (Dakota Carrier Network) has hired University of Mary senior Greg Strong as its first-ever intern. Strong will graduate with degrees in Computer Information Systems and Information Technology Management in April. “DCN has built a strong reputation for […]
U.S. News & World Report: Internet Access Rankings
According to a recent report by U.S. News & World Report, North Dakota ranks second in internet access (broadband and ultra-fast internet access) compared to other states. DCN and our Owners have more than 40,000 miles of fiber across the state, connecting nearly every community and tallying over 280 Gig-enabled communities…and counting. Gig-enabled communities are areas […]
NDATC announces launch of new brand as BAND: Broadband Association of North Dakota
FARGO, N.D., DEC. 19, 2018 – The North Dakota Association of Telecommunication Cooperatives (NDATC), an organization representing members of North Dakota’s independent telecommunication industry including DCN (Dakota Carrier Network) announced today the launch of a new brand and identity. The organization will now be known as BAND: Broadband Association of North Dakota. DCN is one […]
DCN completes Tier III Great Plains Data Center expansion
FARGO, N.D., NOV. 30, 2018 – DCN (Dakota Carrier Network) today announced it has completed a 13,280 square-foot data center expansion at its Great Plains Data Center in Fargo. The addition more than doubles DCN’s Fargo footprint and increases its server floor space by six times. Business leaders and representatives from Sen. John Hoeven and […]
How Did North Dakota Become the Crown Jewel of the Internet in the Midwest?
On Nov. 15, 2018, New America journalist Nick Thieme published the article How Did North Dakota Become the Crown Jewel of the Internet in the Midwest? The article specifically recognizes the work of DCN and our Owners in bringing high-speed connectivity into nearly every community in North Dakota, and Gigabit connectivity into over 280 communities…and […]
BPS STEM Students Participate in DCN Program to Inspire Technology Careers
Bismarck, N.D., Nov. 9, 2018 – DCN hosted an event for more than 60 Bismarck Public School students that are members of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) program. Part of DCN’s program was to expose these eighth grade girls to career opportunities related to a technology-based company. Students attended the following three sessions: Women […]
Fall 2018 Newsletter