Grain Management

Grain Management is a private equity investment firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., with an office in Florida, focused on investments in the communications and telecommunications infrastructure sector across North America. The firm concentrates on global broadband technology, wireless infrastructure, and tower assets, including the acquisition, construction, financing, management, and regulatory aspects of wireless networks. It builds, owns, and operates wireless infrastructure to provide cost‑efficient solutions to government and commercial customers. With a sector‑focused approach, Grain Management leverages market insight, operational experience, and a broad network of industry and governmental contacts to identify trends, form partnerships, and create long‑term value for its investors.

Suraj Aulakh

Senior Associate

Diya Berger

Principal

Donald Carey Jr.

Managing Director

Chad Crank

Managing Director

Cayque Demarqui

Vice President

Jan Ebelt

Associate

Wenbo Fang

Vice President

Mark Fortin

Managing Director

Will Foster

Senior Associate

Tanner Goode

Vice President

David Grain

Founder and CEO

Abbas Hasan

Principal

Sida He

Vice President

Arya Heidari

Principal

Will Hupp

Senior Associate

Jenny Kashdan

Managing Director

Brian Lash

Vice President

Alex Lee

Associate

Nicola Lloyd

Principal

Douglas Loveland

Managing Director

Ted Manvitz

Managing Director

Michael McKenzie JD

Managing Director

Raghav Nayar

Managing Director

Michael Rhine

Senior Associate

Ricardo Rodriguez

Managing Director

Taarini Sareen

Associate

Kevin Song

Associate

Matt Soundy

Senior Associate

Nikola Trkulja

Managing Director

William Waesche

Senior Associate

Kevin Xu

Senior Associate

Jonathan Young

Senior Associate

11 past transactions

123Net

Acquisition in 2024
123Net is a telecommunications provider based in Southfield, Michigan, specializing in fiber optic and fixed wireless internet access. Founded in 1995, the company operates its own extensive network, featuring real fiber infrastructure and an IP backbone connected to multiple tier 1 carriers. 123Net offers a variety of services, including dedicated internet access, colocation, IP transport, and private networking solutions. Its diverse clientele includes social media platforms, internet service providers, IT firms, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and local governments. The company's mission is to empower communities across Michigan through reliable and high-performance internet services.

Phoenix Tower International

Private Equity Round in 2024
Phoenix Tower International LLC is a telecommunications company based in Boca Raton, Florida, specializing in the ownership and operation of wireless infrastructure sites. Founded in 2013, the company focuses on expanding its presence in Central and South America, the Caribbean, the United States, and Europe. It operates a network of towers and related wireless infrastructure, providing essential services to a diverse range of clients, including tower and real estate owners, developers, landlords, and communities. Phoenix Tower International is dedicated to facilitating the growth and enhancement of wireless networks by offering efficient and cost-effective solutions to its partners and customers.

Quintillion

Acquisition in 2023
Quintillion offers broadband connectivity services primarily in Alaska, catering to clients including government entities, military organizations, and commercial businesses, as well as supporting space operations. The company specializes in middle-mile backhaul services aimed at telecommunication providers. Quintillion develops and constructs both submarine and terrestrial fiber optic cable networks, selling capacity on its infrastructure on a wholesale basis. This approach facilitates broadband connectivity and supports satellite ground station operations, along with big data and cloud services.

Spectrotel

Acquisition in 2023
Spectrotel is a telecommunications company that specializes in delivering internet, cloud, and managed services to mid-market and enterprise businesses. The company focuses on building, managing, and maintaining advanced solutions that encompass cloud communications, connectivity, managed services, security, and consulting. By offering these services, Spectrotel aims to help its clients minimize risks, optimize resources, and modernize their technology infrastructure.

LightRiver Software

Acquisition in 2022
LightRiver Technologies, Inc. is a multi-vendor integrator specializing in transport solutions for mission-critical networks. The company focuses on the design, engineering, integration, and commissioning of optical networks, catering to sectors such as utilities, service providers, transit, education, and government. Its service offerings include consulting and architectural services, technology analysis, network upgrade planning, and compliance consulting, as well as design and engineering, installation, and training. Additionally, LightRiver provides fiber optic characterization and optimization services. The company integrates and commissions a range of equipment, including advanced optical transport solutions and network management tools. Founded in 1998 and based in Concord, California, LightRiver serves a diverse clientele, including utilities, telecommunications providers, educational institutions, and government agencies throughout North America.

Tachus

Acquisition in 2021
Tachus is a provider of fiber-optic internet services designed for residential customers in Texas. The company offers fast and reliable internet with unlimited, enterprise-grade data-only services at a lifetime fixed rate. Tachus emphasizes straightforward billing and provides waterproof connections, ensuring dependable service for its clients. With a network that has reached over 26,000 homes and serves thousands of customers, Tachus is actively expanding its residential fiber network throughout the Houston area while maintaining a focus on local customer service.

Aurora Insight

Series A in 2019
Aurora Insight, Inc., located in Washington, D.C., specializes in providing comprehensive insights into wireless connectivity and radio spectrum. The company offers a dynamic map that serves as a reliable resource for understanding the availability of spectrum and existing wireless infrastructure. By analyzing radio frequency environments, Aurora Insight enables organizations to optimize their wireless deployments and make informed business decisions. Its focus on delivering accurate and detailed information positions it as a key player in the telecommunications industry, addressing the growing need for enhanced connectivity solutions.

Hunter Communications

Acquisition in 2019
Hunter Communications is a telecommunications provider that operates a private, all-fiber network serving Southern Oregon and Northern California. Headquartered in Central Point, Oregon, the company delivers fiber broadband Internet, data and voice services to business and residential customers, including ethernet private line, ethernet VPN, dedicated Internet access, dark fiber, and hosted voice services. It also supports local and wide-area networks with engineering solutions, aiming to be a sole-source provider for telecommunications and networking needs. Hunter's network is described as the largest privately held fiber-optic network in Oregon, enabling scalable connectivity and advanced technical support across its service area.

Summit Broadband

Acquisition in 2019
Summit Broadband Inc. is a provider of broadband communication services based in Orlando, Florida, serving both residential and commercial customers across Central and Southwest Florida. Established in 2009, the company offers a range of services, including high-speed internet access through its fiber-optic network, cable television, and digital telephone services such as local and long-distance calling, voicemail, and direct inward dialing. Additionally, Summit Broadband provides Ethernet and dark fiber transport services, ensuring fast and reliable internet connectivity at competitive prices. The company primarily focuses on enhancing communication solutions for homes, hotels, and businesses in the region.

Ritter Communications

Acquisition in 2019
Ritter Communications is a regional independent communications company based in Jonesboro, Arkansas, established in 1906. It provides a comprehensive range of services, including advanced internet, phone, video, and cloud solutions, catering to businesses, residential customers, and wholesale clients in the Mid-South region of the United States. The company focuses on delivering high-quality infrastructure and technology, ensuring a superior customer experience. By investing significantly in the communities it serves, Ritter Communications is committed to evolving its offerings to meet the demands of an increasingly connected society.

Great Plains Communications

Acquisition in 2018
Great Plains Communications is a privately-owned telecommunications provider that offers high-speed internet, cable television, and voice services to over 90 communities throughout the state. The company focuses on serving both business and residential customers, facilitating effective communication across its extensive regional fiber network. Great Plains Communications is dedicated to meeting the unique requirements of various telecommunications carriers, local exchange carriers, internet service providers, and wireless carriers by employing advanced engineering and custom build strategies. This commitment enables clients to access reliable and efficient communication services tailored to their specific needs.
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