Our seasoned leaders bring decades of experience in scaling businesses, specializing in high-speed connectivity, global telecom planning, rapid network deployment, IoT design, DFARS compliance, and joint ventures with DIA. Our team's expertise and partnerships drive our success. We are dedicated to creating an exceptional work environment focused on leadership, engagement, and fun, and we pride ourselves on being a values-based organization.
As a family of brands element8, AtLink, and Wisper continue to keep our local roots while being led by visionary leaders. By combining cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer support we provide a great internet experience our customers can depend on.
We are obsessed with sharing this customer experience and currently service Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, and Arkansas with a carrier-grade network.
We are proud recipients of the 2024 TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEAL OF THE YEAR: Acquisition of AtLink Services by Element8 and Digital Alpha
element8 and its family of brands are building a next generation internet service provider. We work closely with our partners to deliver a carrier grade network that millions can rely on. To support this vision, we’re backed by $200M from Digital Alpha and Cisco.
Learn about our business and what separates element8 from traditional Internet Service Providers.
Through a revolutionary experience, we promote poverty reduction, learning, remote work, communication, entertainment, and access to all services for daily life in the digital age.
Through investment in people, leading technology, and innovation, we will secure our place in people's homes for decades to come. Keeping these priorities in proper order will ensure a timeless strategy for our growth and families.
These core priorities enable our team and clients to enjoy a fun, engaging, and sustainable culture to grow an impactful company. The impact extends beyond our team and clients - but also to the communities we serve.
Traditionally, Internet Service Providers sustain their business model based on overselling service to the end-user. That's why often you don't get what you pay for from your provider.
In a nutshell, other providers count on you not using the services that you purchase! If you do, you might find that your streaming video services buffer or an excruciating hold time while you wait to resolve an issue.
Our re-imagined approach prioritizes honesty and transparency in all aspects of the business, including pricing and speeds. It also means an organization dedicated to providing superior service in all areas.
Led by a diverse group of seasoned industry leaders.
Kevin is a visionary leader and entrepreneur with 17 years of tech success building market leading ISPs. He has extensive M&A and operational growth expertise. His tech forward thinking is demonstrated by element8’s growing patents portfolio. He holds an MBA from TCU M.J. Neeley School of Business.
Opie serves as COO with 20 years of experience in general management. He is charged with driving efficiency and operational excellence that leads to customer satisfaction and network scalability. He holds a Bachelor’s in Management from UT Arlington and an MBA from TCU's M.J. Neeley School of Business.
Samual Curtis, P.E., is the CEO of element8 and a recognized leader in broadband innovation. Before joining element8, Samual founded and led AtLink Services, where he built one of Oklahoma’s largest independent internet providers focused on delivering reliable, high-speed access to rural and underserved communities. His leadership at AtLink set new standards for customer service and connectivity, ultimately leading to the company’s acquisition by element8.
Now at the helm of element8, Samual is driving the company’s national growth and mission to bridge the digital divide. He is passionate about using technology to empower communities, promote digital equity, and make internet access as seamless and essential as possible. With a strong engineering background and a proven track record, Samual is committed to ensuring element8 delivers next-generation connectivity for homes and businesses across the country.
Mike Field is the Executive Vice President and Texas General Manager at element8. With 25 years in tech and telecom, Mike brings deep expertise in strategy, marketing, and business development. Before element8, he built and exited an Internet of Things company and holds an MBA from TCU’s M.J. Neeley School of Business.
At element8, Mike is focused on delivering reliable, next-generation internet and a customer-first experience to Texas communities. His leadership helps drive the company’s mission to make fast, transparent, and essential connectivity as effortless as oxygen.
Shu serves as CFO with 20 years of experience in treasury, strategy, M&A, and operational finance. She has previously served at CBRE and Kimberly-Clark. At CBRE, she built financial infrastructure that made the Treasury department a strategic partner for all business segments that was paramount to CBRE’s transformation. She holds her CFA and an MBA from University of Scranton.
Serving as Asst. EVP, Jonathan drives strategic growth, innovation and business development. Prior to element8, Jonathan led and built multiple venture backed startups. He brings a decade of experience in product led business development and strategic partnerships for transformative growth. He holds a BBA from the University of Texas McCombs School of Business.
Element 8 is also known as Oxygen (Atomic Element 8) on the periodic table. We believe internet is oxygen for the connected world. We are proud to deliver essential, fast-paced connectivity to North Texas communities and beyond.