Awards, Recognition and Credentials
Every independent recognition Network Essentials has earned, with a link to the source so you can check it yourself.
Industry Recognition
CRN MSP 500: Pioneer 250
Named to CRN’s MSP 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category five times since 2021. The Pioneer 250 recognizes managed service providers whose business is built around small and mid-sized companies.
Inc. 5000 (2023)
Listed among America’s fastest-growing private companies in 2023, and Charlotte’s fastest-growing managed IT company that year.
Better Business Bureau: A+
An A+ rating with the BBB of Southern Piedmont and Western North Carolina, reflecting complaint history and business practices.
Independent Rankings and Directories
Third-party editors and directories that list Network Essentials among Charlotte’s managed IT providers.
What Clients Say
4.8 out of 5 on Google across 39 reviews as of September 2026, with an owner response on every review. Read them on our Google Business Profile.
Client stories by industry are on our clients page.
Credentials
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CRN MSP 500 Pioneer 250?
CRN’s MSP 500 is an annual list of leading managed service providers in North America. The Pioneer 250 is the section for providers focused on small and mid-sized businesses. Network Essentials has been named to it five times since 2021.
Is Network Essentials BBB accredited?
Network Essentials holds an A+ rating from the BBB. Accreditation is a separate paid program; the A+ rating reflects complaint history and business practices, not a membership fee.
How can I verify these awards and listings?
Each item on this page links to its source: the announcement, the directory profile, or the rating page. If a link ever stops working, call (704) 206-8900 and we will send the original.
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