Why Our Clients Stay With Us
We Create Genuine Business Partnerships
We learn how your business operates so our IT services actually support how your team works. From software to workflow, we align with your priorities, stay accountable, and invest in meaningful, long-term outcomes for your success and stability.
We Prioritize Human Support
Your team never deals with silence, confusion, or rude techs. We respond fast, speak clearly, and make IT support feel approachable. No one gets brushed off or left struggling to get help when it matters most or when the stakes are high.
We Deliver Consistent Results
Every issue, request, and project is handled with full attention and care. We solve problems thoroughly, identify patterns, and stabilize your systems so that recurring issues stop disrupting your business or slowing down your team’s momentum.
We Never Push What You Do Not Need
You will never be pressured into services you do not need. We give clear, specific advice based on what actually helps you work better, not what pads a proposal or inflates a project for our benefit or adds unnecessary complexity or cost.
We Follow Through On Everything
No forgotten tickets or mystery delays. We keep you informed, finish what we start, and stay engaged until the job is fully done. You will never wonder what is happening or who is handling your issue or if something was overlooked or skipped.
We Bring Real-World Experience
We started in a tiny shop fixing broken laptops, recovering lost files, and helping neighbors. That mindset of showing up, solving problems, and being resourceful still guides every service we deliver and every IT partnership we build today.
Supported Nonprofit
Chicago Women’s Health Center and Bright Promises Foundation
Our Way: IT Services That Put People First And Never Cut Corners
We did not start in a boardroom or with a slick pitch deck. We started with one screwdriver, a tiny shop, and a simple belief: do good work, treat people right, and the rest will follow. That still defines how we work, how we talk to clients, and how we show up.
We believe in long-term relationships, not short-term wins. We invest in understanding your business, solving problems fully, and being the kind of IT team you do not dread calling. Our way is built on grit, honesty, and follow-through.
Call 773-907-0600 today to get fast, expert support from people who understand your business and care about results.
The Protek IT Team
We make IT work for YOU
I was born and raised in Romania and in 2002 I gave up my French school plans for a fresh start in the US.
After many unsuccessful attempts to join a company as a computer technician, I learned web design and SEO and started to do home visits, helping people with their computer issues — that’s how PRO got started.
Originally from Milwaukee, WI, I moved to Chicago in 2012 and have been working in IT for over a decade.
I like to travel, garden, and learn about community development. I run marathons, and dream to one day complete all six World Marathon Majors courses.
A native Chicagoan, I became interested in computers when we got our Apple IIe. I started my own computer consulting company in 2002 and acquired my first employees in 2005. I sold Blu Lin IT to Protek-IT in 2023 and am happy to be a part of the team!
My lovely family, travel, and beach volleyball are my passions outside of work.
From Ukraine, I moved to the USA in 2022 and have been enjoying every bit of it since. My hobbies include pole dancing, making candles and pottery, and caring for plants. I enjoy creating beautiful things, as it helps me to clear my mind and stay focused.
Back in Ukraine, I started a small library with a collection of books that I am very proud of. My dream is to bring it to the United States and share my love of Ukrainian literature with others.
I was born and raised in Pittsburgh before moving to Chicago 12 years ago.
If I'm not out bicycling, I like to watch hockey (go Penguins!), dive deep into the New York Times crossword puzzle archive, or play tennis with my wife.
Originally from Estonia, I moved to the States in 2017.
I love PC gaming, not only for entertainment but for the invaluable skills it's given me, from strategy and problem-solving to decision-making and fostering persistence.
I also love reading classical books, as well as myths and legends to better understand how our ancestors interpreted the world.
I have lived in the suburbs of Chicago all my life.
I started using computers when I was four years old to play video games with my dad and my brother. Since then, I have been learning all there is to know about technology, and I enjoy helping others learn about it too.
In my free time, I enjoy playing PC games at the Esports level, playing guitar, and enjoying good food with my family.
I am originally from Bulgaria and moved to the United States in 1996. Here, I've lived in New York, Pennsylvania and California.
I moved to Georgia in 1999. I love the south, the heath, the humidity, the trees, the sound of cicadas in the summer. I've been working in IT my whole life, and specialize in remote management and monitoring.
In my free time I try to keep my 4 year old son out of trouble, I also like working on DIY projects around the house.
I was born in Romania and moved to the US in search of the American Dream. I like going to the botanical garden to unwind, camping and roller-skating.
As a kid, my biggest dream was to have so many CDs that I would run out of places to put them. Now, I’ve upgraded my dreams to be the best IT professional that I can be.
Born and raised in Evanston, I spent my college and post-college years in Michigan's Upper Peninsula before moving out to California for a few years. Life has recently brought me back home to the Chicago area. I've worked in the IT world since 2020, and spent several years in veterinary medicine before that.
Outside of work, I spend most of my time with my wonderful rescue dog, Arwen. I also enjoy all kinds of arts and crafts, video games, hiking, kayaking, and dance & aerial arts.
Our Core Values
No-BS Attitude
We are straightforward, honest, and never compromise on integrity. We explain things clearly, share our expertise openly, and deliver real insights without excuses, gimmicks, or hidden agendas of any kind.
Constant Improvement
We stay current with every shift in technology and maintain a strong focus on cloud solutions so we can continually deliver reliable, modern, and high-performing IT services to our clients.
Giving IT Everything
We do not stop when things get hard. We take on complex issues with persistence, creativity, and care so our clients get complete, dependable solutions that support their long-term success.
Tailored Solutions
We understand every client faces different challenges. That is why we provide personalized solutions based on real needs, specific goals, and a commitment to doing what is truly best for them.
Our Company Backstory
Protek-IT did not start in a boardroom or with a business plan. It started in a tiny shop in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood with one immigrant, one screwdriver, and a whole lot of grit. Founder Florian Militaru came to the U.S. from Romania in the early 2000s with a drive to build something meaningful and help people fix their technology.
He opened a small computer repair shop where he recovered lost files, fixed broken laptops, and helped neighbors get their tech back on track. He had no team and no startup money, just honesty, consistency, and a belief that good work speaks for itself. That belief still guides everything we do today.
No-Frills IT Support That Solves Problems
Straight Answers No Surprises
Our IT services reduce downtime, eliminate tech headaches, and protect your business without jargon or delays. Book a free consultation to see how our IT services actually make life easier for your business.