Small Business Partnership with the Carolina Panthers

Charlotte IT and the Carolina Panthers have announced the renewal of their small business partnership, extending their collaboration for the next three seasons. Charlotte IT continues as an Official Small Business Partner of the Carolina Panthers, reaffirming the shared commitment between two organizations dedicated to the growth and success of the Charlotte community.

“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the Carolina Panthers for three more seasons. This collaboration has allowed us to work alongside other business and community partners to help make a difference, and we look forward to building on that momentum,” said Ken Widger, VP of Charlotte IT.

This renewal continues to showcase a shared commitment to authenticity, community engagement, and technological innovation — reaffirming both organizations’ mission of excellence, progress, and growth within the local business landscape.

“Charlotte IT has been serving the community with managed IT services since 1996, and partnerships like this one reflect the relationships we’ve built over nearly three decades. We are proud to renew our commitment alongside the Carolina Panthers and look forward to growing together for the next three seasons,” said Josh Astete, CEO & Founder of Charlotte IT.

With the NFL season kicking off this fall, excitement is building across the Carolinas. Bank of America Stadium will once again be the center of it all, and Charlotte IT is proud to be part of the energy — continuing to stand beside the Panthers and the Charlotte business community as the season gets underway. The renewal of this partnership ahead of the new season signals both organizations’ shared momentum and optimism for what lies ahead.

“There is no better time than the start of a new season to reaffirm our commitment to this city. Just as the Panthers prepare to compete at the highest level, Charlotte IT remains focused on delivering the operational excellence and cybersecurity solutions that give our small business partners the confidence to do the same. We are excited for what this season — and the next three years — will bring,” said Adam Quan, Service Delivery Manager for Charlotte IT.

Bank of America Stadium will continue to serve as the home of this partnership, featuring Eleven Sports Media’s fan engagement technology that enhances the gameday experience for Panthers fans across the stadium concourse, hospitality areas, and beyond.