Who We Are

FISPA began in 1996 as the Florida Internet Solution Providers Association and enjoyed a rapid growth. Approaching its full potential in Florida, interest was generated in other states, particularly in the BellSouth region, in combining the interests in of the ISP community within the Bellsouth network. These same common interests are shared by ISP communities originating, riding, and/or terminating on each of the four "Baby Bell" networks.

Membership has grown beyond the Southeast and we now have members in every region of the country. With the growth beyond the Sunshine State, the name was changed to reflect the growth potential of the organization.

Our ISP membership represents that group of entrepreneurs that responded to the call of Congress encouraging private investment in competition with passage of the Telecommunications Act of 1996. Our Vendor Members represent the support industry of sales, consulting, equipment, and service suppliers that enable our ISP members to bring the public the right to choose superior quality, pricing, and customer support from among competing providers.