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Building Connections Since 1996

A family and veteran-owned business delivering excellence in telecommunications since 1996.

Background

Building Connections Since 1996

Communications Connection Corp was founded with a simple mission: to provide exceptional telecommunications infrastructure solutions with integrity, expertise, and dedication to customer service.

As a veteran-owned business, we bring military precision and attention to detail to every project. Our commitment to excellence has earned us the trust of businesses throughout Colorado, from small offices to large enterprise facilities.

Today, we continue to evolve with the industry, embracing new technologies while maintaining our core values of quality, reliability, and outstanding service.

1996
Founded in Colorado
50+
Years combined experience
100%
Veteran & family owned
2019
Incorporated
Veteran discounts available
The team

Meet Our Team

Dedicated professionals committed to excellence in telecommunications.

Steve Thurston

Steve Thurston

Founder & CEO

Steve began his communications career in 1983 serving in the US Army where he was trained as an avionics mechanic to service and repair US Army aircraft radio and navigation systems. Steve has been a network technician since 1992. He has experience in the development and implementation of Ethernet twisted pair, broadband coaxial, fiber optic, DAS cellular and point to point microwave networks in support of enterprises of all size, from small business automotive, to multiple building campus communications. Steve started Communications Connection in January 1996 where it has been a business entity for over 30 years.

Keith Thiel

Keith Thiel

Senior Field Technician / Field Operations Manager / Co-Owner

Keith worked with the company from 2009 until 2019, when it incorporated and became Communications Connection Corporation. Keith is the Senior Field Technician, Field Operations Manager, and Co-Owner/Partner. Keith helps bring a bright and friendly attitude to our customers along with quality work and peace of mind to our worksites. Keith also believes it is important to exceed the call of duty whenever possible.

Heather Sprague

Heather Sprague

Executive Assistant / Office Manager

Heather has 25+ years of experience in customer service, customer relations, management, data entry, billing, bookkeeping, scheduling, and more. Her tenacity and dedication ensure everything runs efficiently and productively. Her expertise in handling customer and employee relations, along with her organizational skills and diligence, brings professionalism and team cohesion to the company.

Joseph (Jay) Thurston

Joseph (Jay) Thurston

Bookkeeper

Joe assists in the office with bookkeeping and data entry.

Alex Carpenter

Alex Carpenter

Communications Technician

Alex Carpenter worked in retail for 20 years, learning inventory management, basic installation and assembly of electronics, and scissor lift/forklift operation. He attended the Art Institute of Denver where he learned the workings of audio and video equipment in detail and gained a basic understanding of electricity. Since starting with Communications Connection Corp in June of 2025, he has been instrumental in installing cabling and cellular boosters for Google Boulder. He has also been immersed in installing dialer systems for elevator emergency phones throughout Denver Public Schools. He is a hardworking individual with a can-do attitude and a willingness to learn new skills.

Sean Thompson

Sean Thompson

Client Solutions Engineer

Sean has spent 20+ years building and supporting the infrastructure that keeps organizations connected and secure. Starting with telecom and fiber networks for major government and healthcare clients, he's evolved his expertise into modern cloud networking, Linux systems, and network security infrastructure. His current focus is telecom, Ubiquiti networking and security, and comprehensive IT infrastructure. Sean delivers results that work, backed by decades of hands-on technical experience.

Referral program

Referral Rewards Program

Thank you for spreading the word about our services.

1 Hour

Free Cable Work

Receive a complimentary hour of cable work for your successful referral.

$50

Cash Reward

Choose a $50 cash reward for your successful referral.

*A successful referral is defined as a new client who completes a project with Communications Connection Corp. Choose one reward option per referral.

Industry insights

Staying Ahead of Telecommunications Trends

Staying ahead of telecommunications trends and technologies.

Smart Building Integration

The future of telecommunications infrastructure lies in smart building integration. We're staying ahead with IoT-ready installations and future-proof cabling solutions.

Sustainable Practices

We're committed to environmentally conscious installations, using sustainable materials and implementing energy-efficient solutions wherever possible.

Security-First Approach

In an increasingly connected world, we prioritize cybersecurity in our infrastructure designs, protecting our clients' networks from modern threats.

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