Founded in 1905, Columbus Telephone Company has consistently been an industry pioneer. From one of the first dial-tone switches, to one of the first 100% fiber to the home networks in 2004. Today CTC serves as a regional technology leader and as the holding company for some exciting brands. CTC’s fiber-optic division is now operated under Optic Communications, while the company’s retail division is operated under the direction of Russell Cellular. Collectively, the organizations have formed one of the most aggressive and forward-thinking independent telecoms in the country.