For over 25 years, Nick Espinosa has been on a first name basis with computers. By the time he was twelve, he was building computers and programming in seven different languages. At fifteen, after achieving multiple tech certifications, he landed his first job in the IT field and at nineteen founded Windy City Networks, Inc.
After 15 successful years, and numerous compliance certifications, Nick joined forces with BSSi2 as the CIO and Chief Security Fanatic in 2013. As an expert in security and network infrastructure on every platform, Nick has consulted with clients ranging from a few computers to the Fortune 100 level. He has designed, built, and implemented multinational networks, encryption systems, and multi-tiered infrastructures as well as small business environments. He is passionate about emerging technology and enjoys keeping current by creating, breaking, and fixing test environments. An industry thought leader, Nick is sought after for his advice on the future of technology and how it will impact every day businesses and consumers. Nick is a public speaker and has been quoted in Forbes, American Express, CIO, EnterpriseTech, ITWorld, ComputerWorld, Solutions Review, InfoSec, CSO and other publications regarding various technology and business leadership topics. He is also a columnist for SmartFile, writing regularly on security, technology and the future.