Gary Nichols
About Gary Nichols
CEO Gary Nichols
Gary Nichols is the CEO with a strong background in technology and cybersecurity. His career is marked by significant contributions to public-private partnerships and innovative technology solutions. Nichols brings a wealth of experience in managing complex IT environments and fostering collaborative projects between various stakeholders.
Gary Nichols' Education and Expertise
Gary Nichols earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Georgia State University and holds the prestigious Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification. He is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity at the Georgia Institute of Technology, further solidifying his expertise in the field of cybersecurity.
Advisory Board Membership
Gary Nichols has served on the Advisory Board of the National Technology Security Coalition. This role involved providing strategic insights and contributing to policy discussions relevant to technology security at the national level.
Volunteer Initiatives by Gary Nichols
Gary Nichols actively volunteers with several organizations, including TAG-Ed, FutureCity.org, and Habitat for Humanity. Through these initiatives, he contributes his expertise and time to support technology education, innovative engineering projects, and community-building efforts.
Innovative Technology Leadership
Gary Nichols has been an early adopter of several groundbreaking technologies, from the first personal computers to advancements in artificial intelligence. His leadership inspired the creation of the Government IT Consortium, a shared-service outsourcing model that is currently implemented in the Chicago area, showcasing his visionary approach to technology integration in public services.
Public-Private Partnerships by Gary Nichols
Gary Nichols played a crucial role in forming successful public-private partnerships with the City of Sandy Springs, City of Brookhaven, City of Dunwoody, and other municipalities in Georgia. These collaborations have helped streamline operations and enhance public services through innovative technology solutions.