Search for: (605) 796-4411 My Account Specials Unclaimed Checks Residential Business Support About Us Contact Us Streaming ABOUT US OUR HISTORY Sanborn Telephone Cooperative was established in 1952, mostly through the hard work and determination of Raymond Judy, a World War II veteran who returned to his hometown of Forestburg after the war and led the effort to build a new telephone network to serve Sanborn County. Mr. Judy went on to become the telco’s first general manager, serving for 30 years until his retirement in 1985. As a cooperative business, Santel is owned by its customers – referred to as “members.” The company is governed by a board of directors, elected by the membership. This special business model ensures that Santel always acts in the best interests of its member-owners. In 2002, the company changed its name to Santel Communications to reflect the broadening array of telecom services it has introduced over the years, including high-speed Internet, digital television, wireless and business solutions. Serving approximately 4,000 members in the towns of Alpena, Artesian, Ethan, Forestburg, Letcher, Mount Vernon, Woonsocket, Parkston, Tripp, and Wolsey, Santel is also a part-owner of SDN, a statewide fiber network that connects Santel to the world and provides business-class services to major enterprises, government agencies and wireless networks throughout South Dakota and the surrounding states. OUR MISSION & GUIDING PRINCIPLES Santel is the market leader rooted in a half-century tradition of delivering the highest level of customer service. Our mission is to positively impact the communities and member-owners we serve through the advancement of broadband technologies. We build member value through a commitment to quality with continued focus on customer needs. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION Customer Satisfaction is our highest priority. We listen and respond, are timely and exceed expectations with our products and services. SIMPLICITY, SPEED, AND SERVICE We are passionate about leveraging today’s technology to build simple customer-focused solutions, allowing greater quality of life or new opportunities. EMPLOYEE COMMITMENT & PRIDE Our strength within Santel is our employees. Our success depends on hiring, developing, and retaining a staff that is knowledgeable, committed to teamwork, proud of what we do, as well as the community where we live and serve. CONTINUOUS INNOVATION & IMPROVEMENT We will always ask and look for our customer’s feedback to improve the use and quality of processes, people, products, and services. COMMITMENT TO OUR COMMUNITY Living and working in our served communities reminds us daily of who our customers are and what they need to succeed in their personal and professional lives. We are proud to be part of the greater community’s economic vitality, as well as the assumed social responsibilities for our neighbors. VALUE PROPOSITION Santel works with customers to design, implement, and manage affordable home and business networks, telecommunications, broadband, and entertainment solutions. We integrate state-of-the-art technologies with superior support and service for a simpler experience. SANTEL IN THE COMMUNITY Santel is a driver of economic development in the region. Our fiber-optic network gives businesses, schools, government agencies, healthcare providers and other critical organizations the connectivity they need to operate and thrive here. Learn More THE SANTEL TEAM Santel is managed by a committed team of telecom professionals. Known for fast and friendly service, they always put members first. Meet The Team COMPANY BYLAWS BYLAWS OF SANTEL COMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE (As amended on 9/26/16) View Bylaws JOIN THE SANTEL TEAM We recognize that great people & skills make the difference in our organization. View Openings GET CONNECTED TODAY! Santel Communications offers a variety of services throughout South Dakota. Contact us today to see which services are available in your area. We're just a click or a call away! 605-796-4411 308 S. Dumont Ave. Woonsocket, SD 57385 FIRST LAST EMAIL EMAIL PHONE PHONE STREET ADDRESS CITY STATE Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Armed Forces Americas Armed Forces Europe Armed Forces Pacific MESSAGE MESSAGE 0 of 250 max characters 2 + 13 =(Required) Residential Business Support My Account Careers Contact Us © 2021 Santel Communications | All Rights Reserved Santel Policies, Terms & Conditions