Robert Schmidt

Midwest Energy & Communications

Midwest Energy & Communications (MEC) brings fiber internet and phone solutions to underserved rural businesses and residents in southern Michigan, northern Indiana, and northwest Ohio. We are dedicated to eliminating the digital divide that limits success for those without access to high-speed communications. Through 2026, we will expand internet and phone service to an additional 30,000+ business and residential customers, ensuring that they have the connectivity they need to thrive. We also house a scalable, state-of-the-art colocation data center in Cassopolis, MI. Our center includes critical systems infrastructure, rigorous incremental multi-tier security, and reliable cross-connects. Point-to-point Layer 2 and Layer 3 IP transport options are available as well as private space and unmetered data. Finally, MEC provides electricity and propane as well to customers in the rural space.