About Magellan advisors
Magellan Advisors: Empowering Communities Nationwide with Fiber and Broadband Networks
Magellan Advisors is a leading consulting firm that specializes in planning, designing, and building fiber and broadband networks to empower communities nationwide. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Magellan Advisors has helped numerous communities across the United States to connect with each other and the world through high-speed internet access.
At Magellan Advisors, we believe that access to high-speed internet is no longer a luxury but a necessity for economic growth, education, healthcare, public safety, and social connectivity. We understand that every community has unique needs and challenges when it comes to broadband infrastructure development. That's why we offer customized solutions tailored to meet each community's specific goals and budget.
Our team of experts includes seasoned professionals who have worked on some of the most complex fiber optic network projects in the country. We have extensive knowledge of federal funding programs such as USDA ReConnect Program, E-Rate Program (Schools & Libraries), CAF II Auctions (Rural Broadband), CARES Act Funding (COVID-19 Relief), among others.
We work closely with our clients from start to finish - from conducting feasibility studies to developing business plans; from designing network architectures to managing construction projects; from securing funding sources to ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Our goal is not just to build networks but also create sustainable models for long-term success.
Our services include:
1) Strategic Planning: We help communities develop comprehensive broadband plans that align with their economic development goals.
2) Engineering Design: We provide detailed engineering designs for fiber optic networks including outside plant design (OSP), inside plant design (ISP), wireless network design (WLAN).
3) Construction Management: We manage all aspects of construction including bidding process management, contractor selection & oversight; quality control & assurance; project scheduling & reporting.
4) Funding Assistance: We assist clients in identifying potential funding sources such as grants or loans available at federal or state levels.
5) Regulatory Compliance: We ensure compliance with all applicable regulations such as environmental permits or right-of-way agreements during project implementation.
Magellan Advisors has an impressive track record of successful projects across various sectors including municipal governments, utilities companies, educational institutions, healthcare providers among others. Some notable examples include:
- City of Fort Collins - Colorado
Magellan Advisors helped Fort Collins develop a city-wide broadband plan which led them towards building their own municipal-owned fiber optic network called "Connexion". This project was funded by $142 million bond issue approved by voters in 2017.
- City of West Des Moines - Iowa
Magellan Advisors assisted West Des Moines in developing a public-private partnership model for building a city-wide fiber optic network called "West Des Moines Fiber". This project was funded by $40 million investment from Google Fiber along with private investors.
- University Medical Center New Orleans - Louisiana
Magellan Advisors provided engineering design services for UMCNO's new hospital campus which included installation of advanced technology infrastructure such as Wi-Fi enabled medical devices.
In conclusion,
If you are looking for expert guidance on how best your community can benefit from high-speed internet access through fiber optics or wireless networks then look no further than Magellan advisors! Our team will work tirelessly alongside you every step along the way until your vision becomes reality!