GCI

About GCI

GCI Communication Corp., operating as GCI, is Alaska's largest telecommunications corporation, providing a comprehensive range of services to residential, business, and government clients. Founded in 1979 by Ron Duncan and Bob Walp, the company started as a long-distance service provider to introduce competition to the Alaskan market. From its origins in an Anchorage apartment, GCI has grown into a key player in the state's infrastructure.

The company's business model revolves around offering an integrated suite of services, including mobile and internet plans, voice services, and formerly cable television. Revenue is generated from subscriptions and service contracts with a diverse customer base that includes residential users, small to large enterprises across various industries, and government entities like the Department of the Air Force and the U.S. Coast Guard. GCI has invested over $4 billion into its statewide network, which includes fiber optic, satellite, and microwave facilities, ensuring connectivity across Alaska's challenging geography and connecting the state to the contiguous United States.

GCI's product portfolio has evolved significantly over the years. It provides high-speed internet with speeds up to 2.5 Gbps, mobile services with nationwide 5G access through a partnership with T-Mobile, and wireline networking. The company has shifted from traditional cable TV to a streaming-based service called Yukon TV, reflecting changes in media consumption. Its infrastructure is critical for enabling services like telehealth and remote education, particularly in rural and remote communities. GCI is a subsidiary of Liberty Broadband.