OptConnect, a global leader in managed IoT connectivity, today announced that it has been included on the 2025 Utah 100 list presented by the MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN). The Utah 100 recognizes the state’s fastest-growing companies based on a combination of percentage and dollar growth over the past five years. This is OptConnect’s 11th year on the prestigious list.
“This recognition reflects the strength, discipline, and innovation that define OptConnect,” said Christie Kent, CFO of OptConnect. “Our team continues to raise the bar by driving growth, operational excellence, and customer success in every part of the business. Being named among Utah’s top companies is both an honor and a reminder of what’s possible when talented people come together around a shared vision. We’re proud of how far we’ve come and excited for the continued growth and opportunities ahead.”
MWCN’s Utah 100 highlights Utah-based companies that demonstrate exceptional growth and leadership in their industries. The 2025 event celebrated organizations that continue to drive Utah’s economy through innovation, global reach, and sustained performance.
“Utah’s economic strength is a direct reflection of our incredible businesses and the driven entrepreneurs and leaders behind them,” said Chris Badger, chair of the MWCN Utah 100 committee. “The Utah 100 list this year celebrates companies that have navigated challenging market conditions and come out on top, continuing to create remarkable value for customers across a variety of sectors.”
Since its founding in 2009, OptConnect has emerged as a leading provider of fully-managed and semi-managed connectivity solutions for IoT applications including ATMs, kiosks, vending, EV charging, security, digital signage, and many other markets. The company’s ongoing growth is fueled by its proprietary ConnectIQ™ platform, award-winning hardware, and expansion into international markets through recent acquisitions in Chile and the Netherlands.
To learn more about the award, visit www.mwcn.org/utah-100.
About MountainWest Capital Network
MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN) is the largest business networking organization in Utah, consisting of entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, consultants, legal professionals, bankers, and educators. MWCN seeks to promote and recognize business growth and capital development in the state through a variety of award programs and activities.
About OptConnect
Established in 2009, OptConnect has rapidly emerged as a premier provider of IoT connectivity solutions, serving diverse sectors including ATMs, vending machines, smart safes, digital signage, security assets and irrigation systems. With the strategic acquisition of Premier Wireless Solutions (PWS) in 2021 and the recent add-on addition of M2MDataGlobal in 2024, OptConnect has solidified its global presence and commitment to delivering cutting-edge wireless connectivity solutions. Our mission remains focused on helping customers design, deploy, and manage their IoT initiatives.
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