Author: Tyler Lee

Grain Management Enters Exclusive Arrangement to Acquire 800 MHz Spectrum Portfolio from T-Mobile, with Plan to Support Critical Utility Communications

By Tyler Lee

Black & Veatch to serve as exclusive sales agent and industry partner Washington, D.C. (March 20, 2025) Grain Management, LLC (“Grain”), a leading private investment firm focused on digital infrastructure and solutions to the global broadband industry, today announced it has reached an agreement with T-Mobile and are in exclusive discussions to finalize a transaction … Continued

Grain Management’s Ontario-based Data Center, 55H, Announces Capacity Expansion

By Tyler Lee

Brampton, ON. (March 5, 2025) 55H recently announced the phased expansion of its data center capacity, specifically designed to meet the growing demands of artificial intelligence (AI) clients. This strategic development will provide 20 megawatts (MW) of available IT power in three stages: Immediate Availability: 2.5 MW is now available for lease, offering immediate support … Continued

Grain Management-Backed NWS Announces Two Senior Hires to Accelerate Growth and Innovation

By Tyler Lee

Greensboro, NC. (February 25, 2025) Network Wireless Solutions (NWS), an industry-leading infrastructure solution provider for wireless and wireline communications, proudly announces the addition of Dr. Louis Hutchinson as President and Chief Revenue Officer, and John Oppold as Chief Financial Officer. NWS is a portfolio company of Grain Management, LLC (“Grain”), a leading Washington, D.C.-based investment firm focused on the global … Continued

Grain Management Elevates Leadership with Strategic Senior Appointments and Promotions for 2025

By Tyler Lee

Washington, D.C. (January 9, 2025) Grain Management, a leading private investment firm and solutions provider to the global broadband industry, announced today several leadership appointments and a series of investment and operational team promotions in 2025. “We are grateful to all our team members for playing a significant role in the seamless execution of our … Continued

Grain Management-Backed Summit Broadband Secures $100 Million for Florida Expansion

By Tyler Lee

Orlando, Fl. (December 17, 2024) Summit Broadband, a leading fiber-optics telecommunications provider in Florida, announced the successful closing of an incremental $100 million debt facility and term expansion with Brookfield Asset Management (“Brookfield”). Backed by financial sponsor Grain Management (“Grain”), the company is committed to enhancing service for existing customers while expanding its residential and commercial fiber network … Continued

2024 Grain Management Responsible Investing Report

By Tyler Lee

(December 11, 2024) It is with great pride that we present this year’s Responsible Investing Report. This document marks another year of Grain’s commitment to responsible investing—an approach we believe is not only necessary but imperative for the future of both private investments and the telecommunications industry. In a rapidly evolving world, where technology continues … Continued

Investing in Fiber Infrastructure: A Compelling, Long-Term Bet in a Digital-First World

By Tyler Lee

(December 4, 2024) As consumers, businesses, and governments alike move toward more bandwidth-intensive applications, the importance of fiber as a foundational asset for connectivity continues to rise. We believe investing in fiber infrastructure, both in the United States and abroad, represents an unparalleled opportunity to tap into this demand. In our latest insight, Investing in … Continued

Grain Management-Backed Alares Concludes Acquisition of Azza Telecom

By Tyler Lee

With 320,000 subscribers, the state of São Paulo consolidates as the largest market for the operator. São Paulo, S.P. (October 2, 2024) Alares, a telecommunications operator headquartered in São Paulo that offers fiber optic internet services, pay TV, streaming, and fixed telephony, announces that it has completed the acquisition of Azza Telecom. With the acquisition, … Continued

Grain Management Welcomes Claire Fefer as Senior Advisor

By Tyler Lee

Washington, D.C. (October 1, 2024) Grain Management, LLC (“Grain”), investment firm and solutions provider to the global broadband industry, announced today the appointment of Claire Fefer as Senior Advisor.  With decades of experience in the private equity asset class, Fefer brings unparalleled expertise in investment strategy and a deep understanding of global capital allocation, having … Continued

Grain Management Welcomes Steven Smith as a Managing Director

By Tyler Lee

Washington, D.C. (September 17, 2024) Grain Management, LLC (“Grain” or the “Firm”), a trusted solutions provider to the broadband and communications industry, is pleased to announce the addition of Steven R. Smith as Managing Director on the Investment Team. Smith, who has more than 30 years of experience in advancing enterprise growth in the global … Continued