The 2026 TITAN Women in Business Awards has officially revealed the winners of Season 1, honoring outstanding achievements in leadership, strategic growth, and organizational success across the global business landscape. Light Source Communications is starting with a historic win. We are incredibly proud to announce that our CEO and Co-Founder, Debra Freitas, has been recognized with two of the highest honors at the 2026 TITAN Women in Business Awards.
In a global field of hundreds of entries from over 20 countries, Debra was awarded:
- Platinum Winner: Outstanding Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Gold Winner: Outstanding Female in Digital Transformation
Trailblazing Leadership in Fiber Infrastructure
Winning Platinum for Outstanding CEO is a reflection of Debra’s strategic vision and her role as a “Titan” in the telecommunications industry. Since co-founding LSC in 2014, she has transformed the company from a niche provider into a powerhouse driving the connectivity needs of the AI era.
Driving Digital Transformation Through Next-Generation Fiber
The Gold Award for Driving Digital Transformation Through Next-Generation Fiber specifically highlights her work in bridging the gap between traditional infrastructure and the AI and high-performance computing (HPC) requirements of tomorrow. Under her guidance, LSC has pioneered fully underground, diverse routes that empower hyperscalers and enterprises to innovate without limits.
A Word from our CEO
“This recognition represents the work and direction we’ve committed to as an organization,” said Debra Freitas. “It reflects our focus on digital transformation and the collective effort of our team in delivering the reliable, high-capacity networks that the modern global business ecosystem demands.”
Defining the Future of Business
“To be recognized as a TITAN is to stand among those who are actively defining the future of business,” said Thomas Brandt, spokesperson of the International Awards Associate (IAA). “Debra Freitas represents more than achievement. Her success reflects a standard of excellence that sets a powerful example for the global business community.”
As we accelerate our network expansion into the nation’s most critical tech hubs, these awards validate our fundamental purpose: providing the high-capacity, future-ready fiber foundation that empowers hyperscalers and enterprises to lead the AI revolution.
View all of this year’s winners here.
About TITAN Women in Business Awards
The TITAN Women in Business Awards is an international competition recognizing excellence in leadership, organizational achievement, and professional performance. Open to individuals and organizations worldwide, the award honors those who demonstrate strategic vision, measurable success, and meaningful contributions to the global business ecosystem.
