IRIS Networks

06/17/2026

Higher education institutions face increasing demand for connectivity, from cloud computing and research networks to interconnection with other education centers. IRIS Networks helps colleges and universities meet those needs with Gigabit bandwidth and advanced security services designed to protect institutional networks and data.

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06/15/2026

We are closing out Q2 with some well-deserved recognition!

This month we celebrate three team members who show up, put in the work, and make a real difference every day.

Josh Edler, 1 Year
Drew Cannon, 4 Years
Dwayne Laxton, 10 Years

A combined 15 years of commitment, consistency, and character. Whether you are just getting started or hitting a major milestone, every year with this team counts.

Congratulations to all three. We are proud to have you!

06/11/2026

Knoxville Technology Council Thank you for highlighting the organizations helping drive East Tennessee's technology ecosystem. We're proud to be recognized as a key provider supporting connectivity and growth throughout the region.

Knoxville’s first-ever Technology State of the Union is here!

This report evaluates Knoxville’s potential as a leader in technology innovation, assessing three areas:
🧑🏻‍💻 Tech Workforce and Talent Systems
🏢 Technological Landscape
🚀 Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

Download the full report: https://www.knoxtech.org/state-of-the-union/

From the start, KTech has worked to advance Knoxville as a nationally recognized tech hub. This report is another step forward, promoting our region‘s tech industry and aligning the efforts of policymakers, workforce leaders, and the technology community.

Read the report: https://www.knoxtech.org/state-of-the-union/

06/11/2026

Network uptime is critical for businesses that rely on digital services. A successful DDoS attack can quickly overwhelm infrastructure and disrupt connectivity. With proactive monitoring and carrier-grade DDoS protection, organizations can stop malicious traffic before it impacts customers or operations. IRIS Networks helps businesses maintain reliable connectivity with scalable DDoS mitigation built for high-capacity networks.

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06/08/2026

Dedicated Internet Access gives your site consistent throughput, low latency, and predictable capacity even during peak demand. With uncontended bandwidth and
proactive network monitoring, DIA reduces variability and ensures data transfers and cloud access complete on time.

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06/04/2026

This month we get to recognize three amazing people who make our team what it is. A big Happy Birthday goes out to Kris Schachtschneider, Blake Baker, and Eli
Champion!

Each of you brings a unique perspective, a strong work ethic, and a great attitude that lifts everyone around you. We are lucky to have you all, and we hope this month brings you something worth celebrating.

Happy Birthday to four of the best!

06/03/2026

Excited to spotlight a fantastic opportunity happening today!

Cortney Williamson, our Vice President of Human Resources, is leading a peer group breakout session for HR professionals and executive assistants at the Tennessee Broadband Association (TNBA) conference — Wednesday, June 3 at 1:15 PM.

If you're attending TNBA, don't miss this one. Peer group conversations are where the real learning happens, and Cortney brings both the experience and the energy to make it a great discussion.

See you there!

06/01/2026

IRIS Networks is on site at the TNBA Annual Convention & Showcase, engaging with leaders and partners from across the industry. We’re looking forward to meaningful conversations and exploring how reliable, scalable connectivity continues to support evolving business needs.

05/27/2026

IRIS Networks is attending TVC 5/28-5/29 and we are looking forward to connecting with peers across the industry.

Events like this are a great opportunity to share ideas, strengthen relationships, and talk about how reliable connectivity continues to support evolving network needs.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.