Our Leadership Team
At Midwest Networking Services, leadership means more than titles — it’s about driving innovation, delivering clarity, and building trust with every client interaction. Meet the dedicated professionals guiding our vision and growth.
Founder & CEO
Kathy Sweetnam
Kathy Sweetnam founded Midwest Networking Services in September 2001 and has been leading the company with vision and dedication ever since. With over 35 years of IT experience, she brings a rare blend of hands-on technical expertise—gained from her career as a Senior Systems Engineer—and a client-first mindset.
Under Kathy’s leadership, Midwest Networking Services has built a reputation for honesty, transparency, and delivering practical solutions that empower businesses. She fosters a culture where technology is used to simplify and strengthen operations, never complicate them.
Kathy remains deeply committed to ensuring clients receive not just support, but true partnership in their success.
Chief Technology Officer
David Ostermeyer
As Chief Technology Officer of Midwest Networking Services, David Ostermeyer leads the charge in advancing network security, infrastructure, and innovation. With a strong technical foundation and years of hands-on experience, David ensures the company delivers solutions that are secure, reliable, and built for the future.
David is equally committed to growing the team and developing talent, playing a key role in expanding the company’s capabilities during a pivotal period of growth. His collaborative approach and focus on real-world results help drive both technical excellence and a thriving company culture.
Chief Finance and People Officer
Julie Styrk
Julie Styrk brings over a decade of experience in operations, account management, and client service to her role as Chief Finance and People Officer at Midwest Networking Services. She plays a key role in shaping the company’s people-first culture, fostering trust and transparency both internally and with clients.
Known for her ability to simplify complex processes and build lasting relationships, Julie ensures that every client interaction feels supported, clear, and approachable. Across industries and roles, her focus has remained consistent: open communication, practical solutions, and creating a positive experience—always with a bit of fun along the way.
Chief Marketing Officer
Mark Sweetnam
As Chief Marketing Officer at Midwest Networking Services, Mark Sweetnam blends creativity with technical skill to shape the company’s digital presence. A graduate of Missouri State University, Mark brings a passion for design, coding, and user experience to every project he leads.
With a focus on building engaging and intuitive web experiences, Mark ensures that every online interaction reflects the company’s values of clarity, innovation, and client success. His collaborative approach and sharp attention to detail help keep Midwest Networking’s digital strategy both effective and forward-thinking.
Meet PING!
PING
In our research for the right logo, we knew we wanted to entice an audience that seeks excellent customer service coupled with sterling talent. How could a logo do all of that?
The logo needed to be professional but memorable. We needed it to catch a prospect’s eye in a sea of other logos. We wanted a logo that would represent the quality and consideration that we put into everything we do.
Voilà Ping!
Ping includes an M for Midwest Networking and an Arch for the city MNS calls home, St. Louis. The two triangles used in Ping’s beak represent our stability and professionalism. The circular design signifies the unity and completeness we aim for with each client interaction.
If we put this much work into our logo, imagine the comprehensive approach we take with our clients. Simply put, Ping conveys our lasting mission to serve as Greater St. Louis’s caring and thorough IT provider.