Sangoma Technologies Corporation

Sangoma Corporation, formerly known as Sangoma Technologies Corporation, is a Canadian company specializing in Communications as a Service (CaaS) solutions, Voice over IP (VoIP) hardware, and software for businesses. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Markham, Ontario, Sangoma is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: STC) and NASDAQ (SANG). The company rebranded to Sangoma Corporation in [year of name change, e.g., 2024; source needed] to reflect its broadened focus on unified communications and cloud-based solutions. Sangoma has grown through strategic acquisitions, including FreePBX in 2015, Digium in 2018, Star2Star in 2021, and Allstream in 2023, establishing itself as a key player in the unified communications and VoIP markets.

Sangoma Technologies Corporation

Sangoma Technologies headquarters in Markham
Company type	Public
Traded as	TSX: STC
Industry	Telecommunications
Founded	1984
Founder	David Mandelstam
Headquarters	Markham, Ontario, Canada
Area served	Worldwide
Key people	Charles Salemeh, CEO Larry Stock, CFO
Products	PBXact Switchvox FreePBX SIPStation Session Border Controllers Telephony Cards VoIP Gateways
Revenue	$252 million CAD (FY2023)
Net income	-$29 million CAD (FY2023)
Subsidiaries	VoIP Supply, Digium, Inc., .e4, Star2Star
Website	sangoma.com

Sangoma Technologies

History

Sangoma Corporation was founded in 1984 in Markham, Ontario, initially focusing on telecommunications hardware, such as telephony cards for voice and data connectivity. In the early 2000s, the company pivoted toward software-based solutions, leveraging the rise of VoIP and open-source telephony platforms like Asterisk. Sangoma listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: STC) in 2008,^[1]a milestone that facilitated further expansion. Its 2021 listing on NASDAQ (SANG) marked its entry into the U.S. market, supporting its global growth strategy.^[2]The company’s acquisitions of FreePBX, Digium, Star2Star, and Allstream have solidified its leadership in the open-source telephony and CaaS markets. In [year, e.g., 2024; source needed], the company rebranded from Sangoma Technologies Corporation to Sangoma Corporation to align with its evolved business focus.

Products and Services

Sangoma provides a comprehensive suite of Communications as a Service (CaaS) solutions, VoIP hardware, and software, targeting small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), enterprises, and service providers. Its offerings include:

Cloud Communications (CaaS)

Sangoma’s cloud-based unified communications as a service (UCaaS) solutions integrate voice, video, and messaging to enhance business connectivity. Key products include:

• Sangoma Meet: A multi-party video conferencing platform designed for remote collaboration, offering features like screen sharing and recording.
• Sangoma Phone: A desktop and mobile softphone application that supports voice calls, SMS/MMS, and call forwarding, integrated with Sangoma’s UCaaS platform.
• Sangoma CX: A cloud-native contact center suite for managing inbound interactions across multiple channels, including voice, email, and chat.
• Sangoma TeamHub: A unified communications and collaboration platform that enhances business productivity through integrated messaging and file sharing.^[3]

VoIP Hardware

Sangoma manufactures telephony cards, gateways, session border controllers (SBCs), and Wi-Fi access points to support VoIP infrastructure. These products enable seamless integration with on-premises and cloud-based systems.

Open-Source Software

Sangoma is the primary developer and sponsor of:

• Asterisk: An open-source framework for building real-time communication applications.
• FreePBX: A web-based GUI for managing Asterisk, widely used in third-party distributions like AsteriskNOW and Incredible PBX.
• PBXact: A commercial UC system built on FreePBX, tailored for enterprise-grade deployments.

Managed Services

Sangoma offers managed connectivity, network, and security services, including SD-WAN, VPN, and firewall solutions with features like antivirus protection and intrusion prevention.

Acquisitions

Sangoma has expanded its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, strengthening its position in the UCaaS and VoIP markets.

• FreePBX (2015): On January 2, 2015, Sangoma acquired Schmooze, the publisher of FreePBX, a widely used open-source GUI for managing Asterisk-based PBX systems. This acquisition enhanced Sangoma’s software offerings, making it a leader in open-source telephony solutions. [Additional source: e.g., TechCrunch article on FreePBX acquisition; source needed.]
• Digium, Inc. (2018): On September 5, 2018, Sangoma acquired Digium, the creator of Asterisk, based in Huntsville, Alabama. This move solidified Sangoma’s control over the Asterisk ecosystem and expanded its U.S. presence.
• Star2Star Communications (2021): On March 29, 2021, Sangoma acquired Star2Star Communications through its subsidiary, Sangoma US Inc. This acquisition strengthened Sangoma’s UCaaS portfolio, adding Star2Star’s cloud-native communication solutions and expanding its customer base to over 2.7 million UC seats. The deal positioned Sangoma as a stronger competitor in the cloud communications market.
• Allstream (2023): In [month, e.g., June 2023; source needed], Sangoma acquired Allstream, a provider of business connectivity and network services. This acquisition expanded Sangoma’s network infrastructure capabilities, enabling it to offer managed connectivity and SD-WAN solutions alongside its UCaaS offerings, aligning with its strategy to provide end-to-end communication solutions. [Source: e.g., Business Wire or Financial Post article; source needed.]

These acquisitions have supported Sangoma’s strategy to grow its UCaaS market share, enhance its cloud-based offerings, and expand its network infrastructure capabilities.

Operations

Sangoma is headquartered in Markham, Ontario, Canada, with additional offices in the United States (Huntsville, Alabama) and other regions following its acquisitions. As of 2025, Sangoma generates trailing twelve-month revenue of $238 million and has a market capitalization of $185 million. The company employs approximately [employee count, e.g., 500; source needed] staff globally. Sangoma serves over 100,000 customers across more than 2.7 million UC seats, primarily targeting SMBs, enterprises, and service providers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its products are distributed through a global network of resellers, system integrators, and cloud service providers.

Industry Context

Sangoma operates in the competitive Communications as a Service (CaaS) and VoIP markets, competing with companies like RingCentral, 8x8, and Cisco. Its focus on open-source platforms (Asterisk, FreePBX) and hybrid UCaaS solutions differentiates it from competitors, appealing to businesses seeking customizable, cost-effective alternatives. Sangoma’s recognition in the Gartner UCaaS Magic Quadrant for ten consecutive years highlights its innovation and market presence. The rise of remote work and cloud-based communications has driven demand for Sangoma’s solutions, particularly in the SMB and enterprise sectors. [Additional source: e.g., Forrester or IDC analyst report on UCaaS market; source needed.]