Company Profile

Founded in 1997, Birch was one of the first companies in the Midwest certified as an alternative provider of local telephone service. Early on, Birch expanded its portfolio to include long distance and broadband Internet services. Birch has consistently grown its business while maintaining its reputation for quality of service, and today is one of the largest CLECs in the industry.

Throughout its history, Birch has consistently targeted the business customer, fueling its growth with a strong focus on personal attention to its customers and great service at better prices than the Bell companies. Customer satisfaction is guaranteed, or Birch pays to switch customers back to their previous provider.

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The Birch Management Team

The Facts & Figures

• Serviceable Markets - across 12 states
• Customers - 110,000
• Employees - 290
• 2005 Revenue of $270 Million
• Headquarters - Kansas City, MO