ThrottleNet Won St. Louis IT and Security Awards
The company secured top honors in the 2026 Small Business Monthly Best in Business survey.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Cybersecurity
ThrottleNet was named the Best IT Firm and Best Cybersecurity Firm in the 2026 Small Business Monthly Best in Business Awards. More than 60,000 voters participated in the survey to select winners across 18 business sectors.
Why it matters
Recognition in the annual survey reflects the firm's established standing in the St. Louis business community. The awards highlight the importance of consistent performance in managed IT and security services for regional businesses.
ThrottleNet currently maintains a 90-second average IT support response time for its clients. The firm utilizes a NIST-based security framework supported by 24/7 SOC monitoring.
The players
ThrottleNet
An IT and cybersecurity services provider headquartered in St. Louis that has served regional businesses since 1999.
Small Business Monthly
A regional publication that conducts annual surveys to recognize excellence among businesses operating in the St. Louis area.
The details
Founded in 1999, the St. Louis-based company has maintained a consistent presence in the local market. ThrottleNet has now won the Best IT Firm title for 13 consecutive years and the Best Cybersecurity Firm title for 2 consecutive years.
Timeline
ThrottleNet was founded in 1999.
The Small Business Monthly Best in Business Awards took place in 2026.
The Tech Race
The firm's focus on NIST-based security standards aligns with the broader industry shift toward standardized, robust cybersecurity frameworks for small to mid-sized enterprises. This milestone solidifies the company's position against competitors in the crowded St. Louis technology services landscape.
Local businesses relying on the firm for technical support benefit from its documented 90-second response time. Clients receive consistent oversight through the company's 24/7 monitoring services and NIST-compliant security protocols.
The takeaway
Consistent recognition in local business surveys often serves as a key indicator of institutional stability for prospective clients. Reliability in response times and adherence to standardized frameworks remain critical factors for businesses selecting an IT partner.
Further reading
For more information on regional digital safety, visit St. Louis Cybersecurity.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Cleveland Star.
