Focal Communications - Ownership and Business Overview

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Focal Communications Ownership

Who owns Focal Communications?

Focal Communications is owned by Broadwing Communications. It was acquired on March 8, 2004.

Was Focal Communications formerly PE-backed?

Yes. Focal Communications was formerly owned by 1 private investor.

Focal Communications Business Overview

Where is Focal Communications headquartered?

Focal Communications is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

How many employees does Focal Communications have?

Focal Communications has 800 employees.

What sector is Focal Communications in?

Focal Communications is a communications company.

When was Focal Communications founded?

Focal Communications was founded in 1996.

Communications M&A Summary in 2004

Out of 60 sectors in the Mergr database, communications ranked 9 in number of deals in 2004. The largest communications acquisition in 2004 was New Cingular Wireless Services - which was acquired by AT&T Mobility for $41.0B.

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Focal Communications Corp.

200 North Lasalle Street, Suite 1100,
Chicago, Illinois 60601
United States,
(312)895-8400

Focal Communications Corporation is a national communications provider, offering a range of solutions, including local phone and data services, to large communications-intensive customers.


Company Summary

SECTOR

Communications

Employees

800

Established

1996

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