Ben Foster is a distinguished leader in the broadband and technology industries. He serves as the President and CEO of Twin Valley, the largest independent broadband and communications company in Kansas, and ISG Technology, a respected Managed IT & Cloud Services company.

Ben’s interest in telecommunications stems from a deep-seated family legacy that extends over 75 years. As a young man, his hands-on experience as an installation and repair technician during school breaks laid the foundation for his impressive career path. Armed with a degree from Kansas State University, Ben embarked on his journey with Southwestern Bell, where he held several leadership roles, ultimately culminating in the position of Chief-of-Staff for the President of Consumer Operations.

In 2004, he chose to return to Twin Valley, applying his experience, expertise, and strategic vision to his family’s business. His robust understanding of the industry led to a series of promotions, progressing from Director to Vice President, and COO, before his ultimate appointment as President & CEO in 2011.

During Ben’s leadership, Twin Valley has expanded by more than 1,000%, transforming the company through a focused approach to acquisitions, investment, and organic growth. His focus on improving broadband accessibility in rural communities led to the strategic acquisition of SKT in 2021, a move that doubled the company’s broadband holdings and brought together Kansas’ two largest privately-held broadband enterprises.

One of his standout accomplishments includes the 2011 acquisition of ISG Technology. With Ben at the helm, ISG transitioned from a regional IT reseller to a national Managed IT & Cloud Services provider, achieving a remarkable increase of over 600% in recurring revenue.

Ben’s expertise is regularly called upon, and he serves on state and national boards, such as the Kansas Fiber Network and NTCA – The Rural Broadband Association. Additionally, he is a well-regarded speaker, often sharing his insights on broadband and technology-related topics on national platforms.

Living in Overland Park, Kansas, with his wife and three children, Ben’s leadership is characterized by humility and a relentless drive for innovation. His depth of experience and insightful vision position him as a valuable contributor to the technology and telecommunications landscape.