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About LogicalNet · Est. 1994

Upstate New York’s local IT partner
30 years and counting

Founded in Schenectady on September 9, 1994, LogicalNet began as one of Upstate New York's first high-speed internet providers. Three decades later we are a nationally recognized managed IT and cybersecurity firm — SOC 2 Type II compliant, MSP 501 recognized, and still rooted in the communities we serve.

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MSP 501 — 2025
Ranked
top provider
Inc. 500
7th fastest
growing Internet
business
2025 Award
Best
Places
to Work
Compliant
SOC 2
Type II
1994
Founded in Schenectady, NY
MSP 501
Top Provider 2025
SOC 2
Type II Compliant
3,400+
Devices monitored 24/7
Who We Serve

Built for organizations that cannot afford weak IT

LogicalNet is the right fit when uptime is non-negotiable, security is a leadership priority, and your team needs a partner — not just another vendor.

5–500 employees with lean internal IT
Compliance, insurance, or client-driven security requirements
Heavy reliance on Microsoft 365, cloud, and line-of-business apps
Multiple offices, remote staff, or field users
Leadership tired of reactive break-fix support
Ready for one accountable partner instead of fragmented vendors
Mission, Vision & Values

What we stand for

The mission that guides our work, the vision we’re building toward, and the values that shape every client engagement and team decision.

Our Mission

Logical Net’s mission is to be a trusted technology partner to the clients we serve — building long-term relationships that minimize security risk, strengthen operations, and deliver measurable value.

Our Vision

To become the technology partner our clients can’t imagine working without — and the company our people want to call home throughout their career.

Trust

We build long-term relationships grounded in trust, transparency, communication, and shared success.

Relentless Vigilance

Technology evolves and cyber threats never stop — neither does our commitment to protecting our clients. We maintain a proactive 24x7 mindset focused on security, availability, reliability, ongoing training, and minimizing evolving risk.

Partnership

We invest in long-term relationships, not short-term transactions, working side by side with our clients and team members toward shared goals and mutual success.

Our Golden Rule

We treat clients, partners, and team members with respect, professionalism, and integrity.

Security First

We protect our clients’ systems, data, and reputations as if they were our own by staying proactive, anticipating risks, and addressing threats before they become disruptions.

Leadership

The team behind LogicalNet

Three decades of local expertise, enterprise-grade credentials, and genuine accountability to the businesses and communities we serve.

Tush Nikollaj
Tush Nikollaj
Chief Executive Officer

Tush leads LogicalNet's strategic vision and growth, building on three decades of service to the Capital Region. Under his leadership, LogicalNet has expanded from a pioneering ISP into a nationally recognized managed IT and cybersecurity provider — earning MSP 501 recognition and SOC 2 Type II certification.

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Mike O'Mara
Mike O'Mara
Chief Information Officer

Mike oversees LogicalNet's technical operations, infrastructure strategy, and the delivery of managed IT services across the client base. With deep expertise spanning network engineering, cloud architecture, and cybersecurity, Mike ensures our teams stay ahead of evolving threats and technologies.

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Chad Wells
Chad Wells
Client Experience Manager

Chad is the voice of the client inside LogicalNet, ensuring every engagement delivers on our service commitments. He partners closely with businesses to understand their goals, monitors satisfaction, and drives continuous improvement across support and delivery — making sure clients always feel heard and valued.

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Eleanor Zimmerman
Eleanor Zimmerman
Corporate Counsel & Director, People & Talent

Eleanor brings 30+ years of legal experience to her dual role as Corporate Counsel and Director of People & Talent. She provides strategic guidance on corporate governance, compliance, and risk management while leading LogicalNet's human resources function — grounded in the belief that a company's greatest asset is its people.

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Cody Brown
Cody Brown
Controller

As Financial Controller, Cody brings deep expertise in financial strategy, fiscal planning, and operational efficiency. He oversees budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and risk management — partnering closely with department heads to optimize processes, drive cost savings, and ensure LogicalNet’s long-term financial strength.

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Stephanie Gootz
Stephanie Gootz
Sr. Business Solutions Advisor

Stephanie works with prospective clients to identify practical IT, cybersecurity, telecommunications, and network solutions that improve day-to-day operations, strengthen business communications, reduce risk, and help organizations build secure, reliable, and scalable technology environments that support long-term business success.

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More to come

Our leadership team continues to grow — check back soon.

Our History

LogicalNet through the years

Thirty years of continuous evolution — from a local internet provider to a nationally recognized managed IT and cybersecurity leader.

Founded

LogicalNet Established

Founded on September 9, 1994 to provide high-speed internet connectivity to Capital Region businesses — one of the first providers in Upstate New York.

Day One
1994
1997–2004
Growth

Fast-Growing Internet Service Provider

LogicalNet acquired 11 companies in the ISP and web hosting space, rapidly expanding its regional footprint and technical capabilities.

Expansion

Capital Net & First Data Center

Launched Capital Net to serve the residential market with reliable internet access, and opened LogicalNet's first data center in the Capital Region — later expanding to Florida and California.

2000
2001
National Recognition

Inc. 500 — 7th Fastest-Growing Internet Business in the U.S.

Inc. Magazine ranked LogicalNet the 7th fastest-growing internet-related business and 47th fastest-growing company overall in the United States.

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Telecom Pioneer

VoIP Pioneer in the Capital Region

LogicalNet became one of the first VoIP telephony providers in Upstate New York and established itself as a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC).

2002–2005
2006–2016
Cloud Pioneer

Private Cloud Service Provider

LogicalNet embraced virtualization early — launching private cloud and virtual server hosting solutions well ahead of the industry curve.

Managed Services

Managed IT Services Launch

LogicalNet launched its Managed IT Services practice, delivering comprehensive technology support and strategic IT planning for small and mid-sized businesses across the region.

2016–2020
2019
Infrastructure

Headquarters Expansion

LogicalNet expanded its corporate headquarters to Maxon Road Extension in Schenectady, NY — a major investment to support the team and client base growth.

Cybersecurity

Detection & Response Practice Launch

LogicalNet launched its full cybersecurity practice — 24/7 SOC monitoring, threat detection and response, and layered security services to protect Capital Region businesses from a growing wave of cyberattacks.

2021–Today
2022
Community

Tech Valley Cybersecurity Symposium — Year One

LogicalNet hosted the inaugural Tech Valley Cybersecurity Symposium on October 27, 2022 — a forum now bringing together hundreds of business leaders and security experts annually.

Annual Event
Recognition

MSP 501 & Best Places to Work

In 2025, LogicalNet was named to the Channel Futures MSP 501 — ranking among the world’s top managed service providers — and recognized by the Albany Business Review as one of the Capital Region’s Best Places to Work.

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2025
Recognition

Independently recognized for what we do

Awards and certifications earned through performance — not self-assessment.

SOC 2 Type II Compliant

SOC 2 Type II Compliant

Independently audited for security, availability, and confidentiality. Achieved August 2025 — the highest standard for IT service providers.

Albany Business Review Best Places to Work 2025 & 2026

Best Places to Work Albany 2025 & 2026

Recognized as one of the Capital Region's best employers, reflecting our commitment to team culture, growth, and quality of work.

Channel Partners MSP 501 2025 Winner

MSP 501 Top Provider 2025

Channel Futures ranks LogicalNet among the world's 501 most innovative and forward-thinking managed service providers.

Inc. 500 — Fastest Growing Private Companies

Inc. 500 — 47th Fastest Growing

Named the 7th fastest-growing internet business and 47th fastest-growing U.S. company overall by Inc. Magazine.

The Channel Company CRN MSP 500

CRN MSP 500 — 2024

Recognized by The Channel Company on the CRN MSP 500 list, honoring the top managed service providers in North America.

Our Team

We have the talent
to back it up

Our engineers are not generalists — they are specialists with deep credentials across networking, security, cloud, and systems administration. They are the reason clients stay with us for years, not months.

Whether it is resolving a complex network issue at 2am, implementing zero-trust architecture, or deploying a seamless Microsoft 365 migration, our technicians bring unparalleled proficiency and professionalism to every engagement.

SentinelOne Certified
Microsoft Partner
HIPAA Compliance
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SOC 2 Type II compliantSOC 2 Type II
CompTIA Network+
Security+
Microsoft 365
24/7 Help Desk & NOCCertified engineers available around the clock for monitoring and critical response.
Security Operations CenterDedicated SOC analysts hunting threats and protecting client environments in real time.
Fractional CIO AdvisorySenior technology advisors building IT roadmaps aligned to client business goals.
Cloud & Infrastructure EngineeringSpecialists in Microsoft 365, Azure, network design, and enterprise infrastructure.
Service Area

Rooted in Schenectady.
Serving Upstate New York and beyond.

Our headquarters is at 2345 Maxon Rd Ext, Schenectady, NY 12308. We provide on-site and remote support across the Capital Region, Mohawk Valley, Hudson Valley, Western Massachusetts, and Southern Vermont.

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HQ — Schenectady
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Radius
20+
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