Advanced Wireless Named ‘Business of the Quarter’ by City of Santa Maria and Santa Valley Chamber of Commerce
Santa Maria, United States – April 10, 2026 / Advanced Wireless /
Central Coast Communications Leader Celebrates 42 Years of Community-First Service and Technological Innovation
SANTA MARIA, CA — Advanced Wireless, a cornerstone of the Central Coast’s communications infrastructure, was officially recognized today as the “Business of the Quarter” by the City of Santa Maria and the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce. The award, presented during a ceremony at Santa Maria City Hall, honors the company’s 42-year legacy of technical excellence and its unwavering commitment to the local community.
Founded in 1984 by Dan Rudnick and Ron Scott following their tenure at Motorola, Advanced Wireless has evolved from a specialized technical startup into a regional powerhouse. Today, the company operates over 60 tower locations across San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties, providing high-speed rural internet, FCC-licensed two-way radio systems, and advanced video surveillance to nearly 20,000 customers.
The recognition highlights Advanced Wireless’s unique position as a locally-owned and operated business that successfully competes with national providers through superior local accountability. This commitment was personified at the award ceremony, where owner Dan Rudnick and his daughter, Kimberly Rudnick-Chavez, accepted the certificate of recognition from city officials.
“Receiving this recognition from our home city and the Chamber of Commerce is a profound honor,” said Dan Rudnick, Owner of Advanced Wireless. “For over four decades, our philosophy has remained simple: provide the most reliable technology backed by the kind of local support you can only get from a neighbor. Whether we are powering communications for the Elks Rodeo or bringing high-speed internet to a rural ranch, we are invested in the success of the Santa Maria Valley because this is where we live and work.”
In addition to its technical contributions, Advanced Wireless is a dedicated supporter of local traditions, including the annual Elks Rodeo. Their growth—largely driven by word-of-mouth referrals—serves as a testament to their 42 years of reliability and customer-centric service. According to a report by the Santa Maria Times, the award recognizes not just economic impact, but the company’s long-standing role as a community pillar.
As Advanced Wireless looks toward the future, the company continues to expand its infrastructure to bridge the digital divide in Southern San Luis Obispo County and the Santa Maria Valley, ensuring that local residents and businesses stay connected with world-class technology.
About Advanced Wireless: Advanced Wireless is a premier communications provider based in Santa Maria, California. Specializing in rural broadband, two-way radio systems, and video surveillance, the company leverages 42 years of experience and a network of 60+ towers to serve the Central Coast with unparalleled reliability. For more information, visit advancedwireless.us.
Contact Information:
Advanced Wireless
708 Betteravia Road # B
Santa Maria, CA 93455
United States
Kim Rudnick-Chavez
(805) 922-2252
https://advancedwireless.us
