Meet the Team
Why Protek-IT?
No BS, friendly people, intelligently tailored support.
We are a team of professionals, helping Small Businesses and Nonprofits make the most out of technology from our home base in Chicago, Illinois.
For over 20 years, Protek-IT has grown to be a leader in the Chicago Managed IT Services landscape, offering small businesses and nonprofits the high-quality IT Support and IT Consulting services that you would usually expect from corporations.
We have won numerous awards for our intelligently tailored support, most recently the Nextgen 101 award for hottest next-generation IT service providers.
Our Team
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.
Florian Militaru
President & IT Consultant
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.
Nick Plagman-Frank
Account Management & Business Development
My lovely family, travel, and beach volleyball are my passions outside of work.
Matt Jarvis
IT Consultant
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.
Andrew Flechtner
IT Support Specialist
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 myths and legends, exploring historical narratives to better understand how our ancestors interpreted the world.
Laura Sermus
IT Project Manager
When I’m not at work, I enjoy attending Ballet, playing board games and strategy games, and spending time with my partner and three cats.
Andrew Young
IT Support Specialist
When I'm not immersed in the world of IT business, you'll find me cherishing moments with my children and wife, whether it's spending quality time with family and friends or cheering on our beloved Chicago sports teams. I also find joy in gaming, exploring the city's diverse neighborhoods, and creating unforgettable memories.
Nick Panos
Service Desk Manager
When I’m not saving the city from certain technological doom, you'll find me on a film set or at home creating videos, playing video games and watching YouTube.
Casey Brockway
Help Desk & On-Site Support Specialist
Back in Ukraine, I started a small library with a collection of books that I am very proud of. My dream is to bring this library to the United States one day and share my love of Ukrainian literature with others.
Olha Kovaliv
Administrative Assistant
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.
Greg Barsky
Systems Administrator
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.
Sorin Nedelcea
IT Support Specialist
