The CEO of DQE Communications (DQE) received recognition for his role leading one of the most impactful businesses in the Pittsburgh area. DQE is the premier provider of high-speed, fiber-optic networking for businesses and carriers throughout southwestern Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio and northern West Virginia. Smart Business Magazine named DQE President and CEO Jim Morozzi one of the area’s top executives as part of its annual Smart 50 Awards. Morozzi and fellow honorees were recognized at an event last month.

DQE was recognized for its customer-driven business model. Over the years, the company has invested in its network through route expansions and product portfolio growth so they can provide customizable solutions to the people who matter most – their customers in Pittsburgh and beyond!

“The Smart 50 Awards allows us to celebrate the various ways in which companies are investing in the Pittsburgh area,” said Dustin Klein, publisher & COO for Smart Business. “Morozzi and the DQE team have made a lasting impact on the region through the design and implementation of their innovative fiber optic network solutions. They’ve focused on continuous evolution of the business process, cutting-edge product development and expansion into new markets, which is to be celebrated.”

“We’re honored to be recognized at the Smart 50 Awards alongside other prominent businesses in the area,” said Morozzi. “As a Pittsburgh-grown business, we believe investing in our community through innovation is integral to continued development and improvement. We’ll continue doing our part to ensure businesses in Pittsburgh and beyond have reliable high-speed networks to support their operations.”

DQE serves more than 116 business parks across 3,576 route miles in Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. Click here to learn more about the Smart 50 Awards. Visit DQE’s website to learn more about the award.