CallTower buys Michigan-based cloud communications company

CallTower Inc., a global provider of cloud-based unified communications and collaboration solutions, has purchased Appia Communications Inc., a Traverse City, Michigan-based cloud-based applications and communication services company.

{mprestriction ids="1,3"}With the acquisition, South Jordan-based CallTower will be able to deliver a broader range of services and solutions to the combined customer base and new business customers of all sizes, the company said in a press release last week. No terms were announced.

“The acquisition of Appia creates an exciting opportunity for our customers, partners and shareholders,” said CallTower’s CEO, Bret England. “In addition to expanding product offerings and market position, this is a strategic transaction for our customers and partners. We believe this combination will give our customers greater product choices, expanded support and more resources. We are looking forward to working diligently and expeditiously to integrating Appia into CallTower, releasing additional innovative products and services, and continuing to provide best-in-class customer experience.”

Founded in 2002, CallTower employs about 110 in its Utah operation. The company integrates VoIP service, mobile applications, email hosting, unified messaging, instant messaging, audio, web and video conferencing, collaboration tools, contact center, cloud services and global networks solutions into one platform.

Besides its headquarters in Michigan, Appia has operations in Chicago; Dallas; Indianapolis; Los Angeles; St. Louis; Atlanta; and Ashburn, Virginia. Its customers range in size from one to 60,000 employees and from one to over 200 locations. 

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