Meet the IT Geeks in NY & NJ

Mike is Staten Island’s most trusted IT Advisor, with a passion for network and data security. His passion for technology started at an early age and has continued to ensure that he is always at the forefront of all technological advances. Before being President Geek of Tekie Geek, Mike held such positions like IT/Research and Development Director and Manager of Product Engineering in the corporate world.

Mike is regularly published in numerous IT publications like Tech Decisions, ChannelPro Magazine, and Channel Executive. He is also recognized as an Amazon bestselling author for his book, Hack Proof Your Business - Volume 2. Mike has been honored with many local and industry awards, such as the Lou Miller Award, King of Staten Island, Stars Under 40, SIEDC 20 Under 40, and Channel Futures MSP 501.

When Mike isn’t focusing on his business, he’s spending time with his beautiful wife and daughters. He’s a true geek at heart and it becomes quite obvious when you start to talk Game of Thrones or Star Wars with him.

Nicole and Mike joined forces to establish Tekie Geek in 2012, in order to provide enterprise-level IT practices and solutions to small businesses in need- with small business prices, of course. As a Staten Island native, Nicole has been involved in the community for as long as she can remember. She is part of the Chamber of Commerce, Business Guild 2, and previously on the YPG Council. Nicole supports many charities and was recently named one of the top 10 finalists in the 1010 Wins Small Business Grant Challenge. Together, Nicole and Mike assembled a team of cyber superheroes to aid in their quest.

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Heather, our Executive Administrator, possesses supercharged organization skills, lightning-fast multitasking abilities, and heightened intuition. Heather can adapt to any situation and challenge that’s thrown at her. Being able to recall every detail of every event is one of her quirks. She has a twin sister and it's safe to say she's the villainous one at times. Nowadays, she’s a homebody who loves to hang out with her family & two rescued fur-children. 

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Stamati is Tekie Geek's latest addition to their incredible Sales Superhero Team. With an impressive tenure in the sales industry, he brings along a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success. His passion for driving new-business and dedication for exceeding clients' expectations aligns seamlessly with the Tekie Geek's core values. In addition to his versatile and dynamic skill set, he'll bring a fresh perspective and innovative approach to elevating the sales division to new heights. When he's not uncovering new opportunities and closing deals, you'll either find him spending time with his daughter or stuck in a sand bunker trying to save par.

Julia is the head of the marketing department at Tekie Geek. Having been united with the superhero team in 2019, Julia is a confident, happy soul who analyzes, organizes, and brainstorms potential ideas as well as tackles any existing projects going on with the team. Julia manages and plans events, as well as provides back office support for our tech-superheroes from deep within our secret lair!

Julia Lepore, a 21-year-old communication arts student, recently graduated Saint John's University in Spring 2024. Passionate about her field, she previously worked at Michaels Craft Store and recently interned at Tekie Geek in Summer 2023. In her free time, Julia explores creative pursuits like writing and drawing and is driven by enthusiasm and a desire to understand a wide range of subjects.

Emma Roe, a 20-year-old student athlete at Wagner College, is entering her final year as a finance major. She was a Tekie Geek intern in January of 2024 before officially joining the team to curate the necessary documents to keep efficiency levels in the lair at an all-time high. Emma is constantly looking for new challenges to face as a new addition to the Tekie Geek Superhero Team. When not in the office, you can probably find her running on the soccer field or chasing the sun.  

Josh has been a tech superhero since 2017. Having graduated from DeVry University with a BA in Computer Information Systems, Josh has elite knowledge when it comes to technology. He is constantly teaching himself new things, researching methods and new tech products in order to keep up with his passion. Josh has previously worked in different technical positions which eventually shaped him into the lead IT Geek! When it comes to his clients, Josh has all hands-on-deck and is ready to solve whatever problem may surface.

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Passionate about IT since high school, Joey took computer repair training and then pursued training at South Bronx Job Corps and Year UP NYC where he became A+ certified. His fields of study were IT Support and Q & A. Working for clients such as Svenska Handelsbanken, IGT and Belkin Burden Goldman has given Joey the ability to adapt to new environments which in return, allows him to enrich the experience of users who need an IT issue resolved by viewing problems from a different perspective.

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Joseph was born and raised in Philadelphia, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering. He has lived in New Jersey for over 20 years. After deciding to change his career path, Joseph pursued a career in IT, becoming a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer. He began his journey in IT by providing desktop support for IBM before transitioning to work for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). With over a decade of experience supporting small and medium-sized businesses, Joseph has worked with a wide range of industries, including accounting, healthcare, real estate, and food services.

Outside of IT, Joseph has a passion for the great outdoors. He enjoys hiking and boating, and is the proud owner of two kayaks. If he had more time, he’d add a canoe to his collection as well.

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Max always wanted to work in the IT field. Over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic, Max began online classes, experimenting with tools and building his own computers from scratch for his loved ones. He wanted to professionally be involved with IT and felt the need to help others with any issues they may come across- from there he joined our forces at Tekie Geek and Max was finally able to pursue his #1 dream career! When he isn’t researching new technology, you’ll either find Max cheffing it up in the kitchen or working on his motorcycle!

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Garrett is a Staten Island resident who graduated from Binghamton University with a BA in mechanical engineering. Our superhero Garrett specializes in designing, analyzing, and maintaining mechanical systems. He loves playing video games in his pastime, has a passion for animals and is highly experienced in 3D printing and modeling! Garrett sometimes accompanies Jimmy in his fieldwork attempts to save the day for clients!

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Since his early days, Joshua has been captivated by the intricate workings of technology. Growing up in the vibrant streets of Brooklyn, Joshua discovered a love for technology that set the course for his journey. From dedicating summer breaks to gaming marathons to expertly jailbreaking friends' iPods, his fascination with tech blossomed. Whether absorbed in tech literature or gaining hands-on experience with emulators on his home PC, Joshua's technical prowess evolved over time. With a meticulous eye for detail, he is dedicated to acquiring hands-on experience, contributing meaningfully to the field, and making a lasting impact.

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Since he was young, Rich has been really into how computers work. At 14, he built his first computer with his father, sparking a passion that drives his career. Transitioning from a successful stint in mobile sales, Rich recognized his affinity for technology support. In 2019, he deepened his knowledge by enrolling in a computer science undergraduate program at The College of Staten Island. Drawing upon his diverse experience in customer-facing roles and technical education, Rich is committed to delivering efficient solutions and exceptional service to our clients.

“Jimmy” is our vigorous field superhero here at Tekie Geek. The early stages of Jimmy’s career were based around communications and then eventually the auto industry where he worked for a decade. He then joined our line of superheroes in August of 2017 and has been the one to help wire up majority of our clients! During his free time, Jimmy loves watching the Mets and enjoys traveling and exploring places around the country.

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No one could snake a wall as fast as Rob! He's been in the security and cameras business for 30+ years now, and he's always our go-to field geek when we have work that requires his expertise! When it comes to cabling and wiring, he's up there with the best of them. His vibrant and entertaining personality makes him a character all by himself!

Troubleshoot is our mascot at Tekie Geek. He was created help protect your IT infrastructure as well as you from hackers, data loss, and anything else that would cause business threatening downtime… basically to make aware ANY dangers that lurk behind the keyboard! When troubleshoot isn’t helping protect your infrastructure, he can be found watching Star Wars in the conference room, playing Mortal Combat in the lobby, or drowning in candy bars in the breakroom.

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