Spectrum Business Voice and Internet Fuel Old-Fashioned Meat Market’s Expansion

Every time the phone rings at Leroy Meats in rural Wisconsin, the company’s connection to the community gets a little stronger. Access to reliable voice service or high-speed internet hasn’t always been common in Dodge and Fond du Lac counties, where Valerie and Steve Christian operate a premier meat market.

Spectrum answered the call with its $7 billion private investment to reach more than 1.7 million previously unserved or underserved homes and small businesses across the country. And today, all three Leroy Meats locations have access to the Spectrum Business suite of Fiber-Powered Internet and Business Phone services.

“With so much of their business reliant on voice services, being able to properly and efficiently route calls was of the utmost importance,” added Josh Metzger, Senior Account Executive of Sales for Spectrum Business. “I made sure calls reached the correct location and employee, and any voicemails are automatically sent via email to administrative staff to respond quickly.”

In today’s competitive world, every phone call is important, and entrepreneurs like the Christians depend on reliable connectivity to run their businesses. Spectrum is the #1 Voice provider in the Nation, offering Spectrum Business customers the peace of mind that comes with 24/7 access to dedicated business support from the Company's 100% U.S.-based employees.

“Our expansion wouldn’t have been possible without Spectrum’s Voice and Internet,” said Valerie. “High-speed, reliable phone and internet service is such a game-changer for so many individuals and businesses here in rural Wisconsin.”

Exceptional History Sets Stage for Expansion

Valerie and Steve, who purchased Leroy Meats in 2023, say customer service has always been important to the small business, dating back to its founding in 1938.

Over the years, the small business’ reputation grew as its sausages won local, national and international awards. And that demand prompted the 2024 opening of a third location and recent renovation of its Fox Lake store, which now boasts larger meat and deli cases – and a new beverage cave.

Spectrum Expands Service Into Rural America

The Spectrum Fiber Broadband Network has connected more than 1 million additional homes and small businesses nationwide, including more than 14,000 in Dodge and Fond du Lac counties combined since 2022. From improved reliability, faster Fiber-powered internet speeds and advanced voice features, Spectrum’s service allows previously unserved or underserved customers like Leroy Meats to operate seamlessly in a connected world.

More about Spectrum's broadband expansion can be found here.