The City of Hilliard has invested more than $6 million, to date, to construct HiFio, a 71-mile fiber optic network, creating more connections to broadband providers. The carrier-neutral fiber network is available to businesses, residents and schools, providing more competition among high-speed internet providers resulting in cost savings for customers.

What is HiFio

  • HiFiO is a fiber optic network stretching nearly 71 miles that creates more connections between broadband providers and businesses in Hilliard.
  • The network is owned by the City of Hilliard, which invested $6 million into its construction.
  • HiFiO is carrier-neutral, which provides more competition among high-speed internet providers.
  • HiFiO is available to businesses of all sizes.

How does HiFiO benefit Hilliard businesses?

  • Businesses can choose their own internet provider, resulting in a more competitive environment.
  • More competition among providers results in competitive pricing, meaning businesses cut internet costs.
  • HiFiO is continuing to grow. This ensures your company is connected to real-time analytics data useful in developing solutions in Hilliard and throughout Central Ohio.

How can my business get connected to HiFiO?

  • Step One: Contact Alex Boomershine, Economic Development Specialist, to learn if your company is eligible.
  • Step Two: Choose your provider from below.

In addition to national carriers established in the community, HiFiO provides Hilliard businesses with access to their choice of internet service providers for scalable, high-speed internet options. 

The result of HiFiO is greater choice and more competition which can mean lower cost for your business. To learn more about HiFiO, contact our dedicated staff or one of the HiFiO partners directly.

Our Partners

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Scott Verbus

Seth Jackson

Glo Fiber business

Brad Guiver

CNI

Russ Nartker

Brescoe Broadband

Brad McMillen

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