Chad Henson is a Morgantown, WV entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of ClearFiber Inc., an internet service provider operating in Monongalia and Marion Counties of West Virginia. He began his first highly successful VoIP venture in 2010 while still in college with just $50,000 in seed money from a family friend under the name Kvant, which in Swedish means “Speed of Light,” he set up a few servers in a makeshift data center and started programming the code for his new VoIP service. Besides handling the technical programming and equipment installation, he also served as the company’s sales and marketing agent, securing clients from major local industries, including call centers, medical practices, and various other East Coast businesses.

Following his initial Morgantown venture, Chad went on to launch other electronics and telecommunication services before founding ClearFiber in 2017. Over the past years, under his leadership, ClearFiber has experienced significant growth and success as he navigated his self-made journey in the business world of telecommunications. Throughout this journey, he refined his expertise in a wide range of emerging technologies, including fiber optics, wireless technologies, mobile networks, and fixed networks. In every project he undertakes, he brings a wealth of firsthand experience and technical knowledge to solve both technical and business challenges.

Early Career

Chad holds a Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis on computers and telecommunications technology. Growing up in Morgantown, he demonstrated an exceptional ability to turn ideas into reality. Much of his telecommunications education has been gained through practical experience rather than traditional learning. His passion for innovative and emerging technologies that reframe existing protocols has driven his multiple technical business ventures.

Regarded as a visionary entrepreneur who excels under pressure and thrives on challenges, he has a proven track record of scaling businesses in the telecommunications and Internet service provider industries. His early entrepreneurial ventures instilled in him an unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction as he continues to shape the future of telecommunications with each groundbreaking venture.

Professional Expertise

Entrepreneur: Skilled at raising capital and orchestrating profitable exits

Telecommunications: Entrepreneur, programmer, installation, service, and diagnostics

Internet and Fiber Service Provider: Business management and operations

Electronics Technology: Service and Sales

Entrepreneurial Career

2017 - Founder and CEO of ClearFiber Inc.

ClearFiber is a provider of affordable, high-speed internet, television, and telephone services in select counties in West Virginia and Pennsylvania.

2016 - Founder of ZaZoom

ZaZoom was a build-by-demand internet service providing up to 1,000 Mbps, including equipment and installation.

2015 - Founder of TowerLink LLC

TowerLink LLC provided mobile network installations and equipment servicing.

2011 - Founder of Computer Genies

Computer Genies specialized in selling electronics and promoting Kvant Cellular Services.

2010 - Founder of Kvant

Kvant focused on the deployment of business internet and phone services in West Virginia.

Current Role and Duties

Chad Henson is the CEO of ClearFiber Inc., an affordable telecommunications and internet service provider. The company deploys internet speeds of up to 1,000 Mbps, aiming to bring high-speed internet to digital deserts (communities that lack reliable, high-speed internet access) in the Northeast.

Henson launched ClearFiber in 2017 and has since succeeded in gaining several million in assets along with thousands of customers in the West Virginia and Pennsylvania markets. In addition to his previous successful entrepreneurial ventures, he brings extensive knowledge in fiber and wireless networks, including CBRS, mobile networks, and fixed networks. He also holds certificates from several vendors, including Dasan Zhone, Ubiquiti, Mikrotik, Calix, Baicells, and more.

This strategic investment and success in ClearFiber are a testament to his commitment to business excellence and his relentless drive to push the boundaries of emerging technologies, positioning him as a formidable force in the telecommunications industry.

Henson is regarded as a pioneering entrepreneur with a passion for creating cutting-edge telecommunications solutions that drive innovation. He has a proven track record of launching successful businesses in the telecommunications and Internet service provider industries and has mastered the art of turning ideas into profitable ventures.

Through his multiple successful ventures, he has discovered the intricacies of building and scaling businesses to achieve maximum impact. His latest endeavor with ClearFiber has flourished under his leadership since 2017, accumulating millions in assets and attracting thousands of loyal customers across West Virginia and Pennsylvania.

He has over a decade of hands-on experience in the telecommunications sector. He brings a wealth of knowledge in fiber optics, wireless technologies (including CBRS), mobile networks, and fixed networks. He holds several coveted certifications from top vendors in fiber operations, further solidifying his expertise in delivering high-quality services to clients.

Personal

Chad Henson is married and raising a family in West Virginia. Growing up in the Appalachian region with its mountain views, waterways, and forested areas, he emphasizes outdoor play and exercise as a family. He especially enjoys running and basketball to maintain physical fitness. He and his wife also enjoy traveling and always seek vacations that feature outdoor scenic landscapes, hiking, and walkable sightseeing.