As artificial intelligence accelerates demand for digital infrastructure, Texas is quickly becoming a national hub for data centers and next-generation connectivity. Now, FiberLight, a high-capacity fiber optic network provider, is staking its claim by relocating its corporate headquarters to Plano.
The move drops the company smack dab in the middle of a region that’s fueling what experts call a new industrial revolution.
A Strategic Relocation
FiberLight’s new Plano headquarters marks more than just a change of address. For CEO Bill Major, it’s a homecoming that aligns the company’s physical presence with its operational priorities.
“Texas has always been central to FiberLight’s identity, network and success,” said Bill Major, CEO of FiberLight, in an official statement. “By moving our headquarters to DFW, we’re not just planting a flag — we’re positioning ourselves at the epicenter of AI innovation, infrastructure and growth. This region is a launchpad for what’s next — not just for FiberLight, but for the businesses and communities we serve.”
With 20,000 route miles of fiber, much of it running through Texas, FiberLight was already well established in the state before moving its headquarters. The company has put money into Texas projects for years, including several efforts that go beyond basic broadband:
- Region 16 Education Service Center: FiberLight is currently building a 10 Gbps fiber optic network to serve 59 school districts and 80,000 students across the Texas Panhandle. The project will also empower last-mile internet service providers and expand high-speed access in underserved communities.
- SH 130 Smart Infrastructure Corridor: Near Austin, FiberLight invested $20 million to support a 92-mile corridor equipped with over 240 Public Infrastructure Network Nodes. These smart nodes power autonomous systems, enhance traffic safety and support regional economic development.
The Local Impact
The new Plano headquarters at 7500 Dallas Parkway, Suite 450, Plano, spans nearly 11,000 square feet and hosts more than 65 employees across departments like engineering, sales, vendor management and public sector engagement. The relocation is also expected to create new jobs and contribute to the local economy.
Beyond business, FiberLight maintains a strong community presence through hands-on volunteerism. Recent efforts include partnering with Feed My Starving Children to help pack over 73,000 meals in Richardson and assisting Mission Arlington with holiday gift distributions.
The AI Surge in North Texas
FiberLight’s move coincides with a larger trend: the rapid expansion of AI infrastructure across North Texas. In Plano, Lambda Inc., a cloud computing firm backed by Nvidia, is set to occupy a $700 million, 425,000-square-foot data center currently under construction by Aligned Data Centers.
NVIDIA also recently chose Dallas as a cornerstone in its plan to manufacture AI supercomputers entirely in the U.S.. The company is working with its global manufacturing partners to build a domestic supply chain that spans from chip fabrication to final system testing.
Meanwhile, major investments are also underway in Sherman, where Texas Instruments is building four chip plants totaling $30 billion, and GlobalWafers is developing a $5 billion silicon wafer facility.
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