In the Wild: TDS Grows in Montana

The state of Montana puts the “big” in Big Sky Country, but that’s not stopping TDS from trying to conquer it. The company marked its fiber expansion in the state with the opening of a new office and warehouse facility in Butte. On hand were not only folks from TDS like President/CEO Jim Butman, but also Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte.

The facility represents a $21 million investment in Butte from TDS. The warehouse will facilitate TDS’ fiber network that powers its internet, digital TV and phone products to Butte and other Montana communities. It’ll also be crucial as TDS builds out its network to over 15,000 homes and businesses in the Butte community.

“We’re creating an environment where businesses like TDS can thrive, supported by Montanans’ unparalleled work ethic and an unmatched quality of life,” Gianforte said. “TDS’ investment underscores the importance of expanding broadband access to all Montanans in order to increase access to healthcare, education, and career opportunities and to create more good-paying jobs.”

To commemorate its ribbon-cutting ceremony for the facility, TDS donated $5,000 to the Hungry Hill Center for Art, Education and Outreach. The organization helps fight hunger and provides educational programming in Butte.

The new warehouse is another chapter in TDS’ $160 million investment in Montana. TDS currently serves seven different areas throughout the state including Billings, Great Falls, Helena, Helena Valley, Lolo and Missoula. On top of providing internet options for many, TDS has so far created over 100 jobs across the state and will have more opportunities as its new facility gets into swing.