Charlotte IT Solutions was built in Charlotte, for Charlotte. Since 1996, we company has grown alongside the businesses and neighborhoods that make this city what it is — and that commitment to the community has never wavered. Today, Charlotte IT Solutions is proud to announce becoming an Associate Partner of Charlotte FC, a club that shares that same deep-rooted belief in the city and the people who call it home.
Charlotte FC was founded on a simple idea: that soccer, and sport at large, can bring people together and strengthen the fabric of a community. Charlotte IT Solutions has operated under a similar belief for nearly three decades, delivering trusted managed IT services, — that when local businesses thrive, the entire city is better for it. This Associate Partner Program is a natural extension of both organizations’ shared mission to invest in Charlotte’s future.
“We have been part of this community for a long time, and we take that responsibility seriously. Charlotte FC represents the spirit of this city — ambitious, inclusive, and always moving forward. We are proud to stand alongside them and do our part in supporting the small businesses that are the backbone of Charlotte,” said Josh Astete, CEO & Founder of Charlotte IT Solutions.
This comes at a pivotal moment for soccer in Charlotte. With the FIFA World Cup 2026 coming to the United States, the sport has never had a higher profile in the region. Charlotte IT Solutions sees this as an opportunity to stand behind the growth of soccer in the community — from the professional game all the way down to the youth level, where the next generation of Charlotte players and fans are developing their love for the sport.
“The alignment with Charlotte FC underscores our strategic commitment to the city and its small businesses. As a long-standing local partner, we are dedicated to providing the trusted managed IT services and cyber security solutions that form the digital backbone of Charlotte’s economic growth,” said Ken Widger, Vice President of Business Development for Charlotte IT Solutions.
As the United States prepares to welcome the world in 2026, Charlotte IT Solutions is committed to supporting the infrastructure that makes youth soccer possible in the region. We believe that investing in young athletes and the clubs that support them is an investment in Charlotte’s future — on and off the pitch.
“Our Associate Partnership with Charlotte FC is an extension of our commitment to the community. We view IT not just as a support function, but as a strategic asset. By applying operational maturity and a proactive, security-first mindset, we ensure our small business partners have the stability and risk reduction they need for long-term growth,” said Adam Quan, Service Delivery Manager for Charlotte IT Solutions.
Through this Associate Partnership, Charlotte IT Solutions reaffirms its commitment to the small businesses that have shaped Charlotte’s growth — and to the city itself. Just as Charlotte FC looks to unite the community on and off the pitch, Charlotte IT Solutions remains dedicated to being a neighbor, a partner, and a resource for the organizations that keep Charlotte moving.