Dee Anna Sobczak: How to Scale a Business in a Competitive Industry | Episode 009 | 02-27-2025
Guest: Dee Anna Sobczak, Founder of ThinkBig Networks
Host: Leo Kelly, CEO of Verdence Capital Advisors
In this episode of From the Ground Up, we sit down with Dee Anna Sobczak, the visionary behind ThinkBig Networks, a company transforming broadband infrastructure by bringing high-speed fiber internet to underserved communities. Unlike traditional internet providers, ThinkBig Networks focuses on bridging the digital divide—connecting homes, businesses, and communities with cutting-edge technology in areas often overlooked by major carriers.
This episode covers:
• Dee Anna’s early beginnings in community college and the entrepreneurial spirit
• First business success in the accounting industry
• Challenges faced while managing family and business
• Strategies for navigating downturns in the telecommunications industry
• Insight on the process of selling a company and preparing for investment
• Emphasis on the importance of education and continuous learning
• Commitment to underserved communities through internet service
• The thrill of entrepreneurship and embracing challenges
• Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs about resilience and embracing failure
