Christopher Eakin
About Christopher Eakin
Chief Technology Officer at Infracore
Christopher Eakin holds the position of Chief Technology Officer at Infracore. He co-founded the company in July of 2003, driven by a desire to transform how IT departments operate. At Infracore, he leads the vCIO consulting practice, aiming to help clients build and change the way IT is implemented and managed. His focus is on making a genuine difference through trust-building, leveraging IT to improve operations, fostering the right vision, starting meaningful conversations, and empowering people to take necessary actions.
vCIO Consulting Practice Lead
Christopher Eakin heads up the vCIO consulting practice at Infracore. His role involves providing strategic guidance to clients to ensure their IT departments are optimized and effective. This includes helping them rethink how IT is managed, implemented, and how it can better serve organizational needs. His approach is centered on building trust, improving operations with IT, and enabling the right individuals within the client organizations to make impactful changes.
Professional Background in IT and Startups
Christopher Eakin grew up in a technical household during the early days of IT. He began his career at 19, providing technical support on a UNIX-based platform for credit unions. He has worked for a range of companies, from larger mid-sized organizations to pure-play startups, gaining a broad spectrum of experience. His time at a venture capital firm was particularly influential, sparking his drive to co-found Infracore. His diverse background has equipped him with a deep understanding of IT and business dynamics.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
Outside of his professional life, Christopher Eakin enjoys spending time with his family. His hobbies include riding his electric bike, swimming, photography, and camping. Recently, he has also obtained his General HAM radio license, reflecting his interest in technology extends into his personal life as well.