Internet Service Provider Business

2 Internet Service Provider Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 8th, 2024

The global broadband internet services market has grown significantly over the past decade. As the work-from-home culture becomes the new normal, more people will need a network connection. Therefore, starting an internet service provider business can be a lucrative opportunity.

You must get your ISP license approval and invest in network infrastructure to start an ISP business.

In this list, you'll find real-world internet service provider business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a internet service provider business that makes money.

1. Tesix Wireless Network ($5.16M/year)

Chaymeriyia Moncrief, the founder of Tesix Wireless Network, came up with the idea for her prepaid wireless carrier after experiencing frustration with high phone bills and fees from traditional contract carriers. She realized that there was a need for a carrier that catered to young adults and millennials who wanted lower-cost phone services without contracts or data limits. Through extensive research and learning about MVNOs, she discovered a way to launch her own carrier without requiring millions of dollars and towers in every state. After 412 days of planning and preparation, Tesix Wireless Network was successfully launched, attracting thousands of subscribers and generating significant monthly revenue.

How much money it makes: $5.16M/year
How much did it cost to start: $125K
How many people on the team: 8

How I Built A Wireless Carrier Company At 28 And Grew It To $430K/Monthly Revenue

This case study is about how Chaymeriyia Moncrief launched Tesix Wireless Network, a prepaid wireless carrier with around 7,000 mobile subscribers and an average monthly revenue of $430,000 from mobile subscriptions, box sells, and activations kits, targeting young adults and millennials who want lower phone services, zero fees, no contracts, and zero limits on their data by leveraging influencers, raising funds, and building an online presence.

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2. Fli-Fi ($360K/year)

Ashley Smith stumbled upon the idea for Fli-Fi while working as an IT support consultant. After encountering a client who needed temporary internet connectivity for their photo booth at a music festival, Ashley teamed up with the founder, Will Skewes, and saw the potential for the business to grow. With a unique product called the PaW (Portable access WiFi) and a focus on providing exceptional service, Fli-Fi has experienced triple-digit growth each year and attracted clients from various industries.

How much money it makes: $360K/year
How much did it cost to start: $5K
How many people on the team: 2

How We Developed A Portable Wi-Fi Product And Are Now Generating $30K/Month Revenue

Fli-Fi is a temporary internet connectivity and WiFi company that has seen consistent triple-digit growth over the last 6 years, with more than 30 jobs and repeat business from clients who trust and rely on their great service.

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