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EMPIST Celebrates a Milestone of 25 Years in Technology Service

On June 11, 2025, EMPIST, a prominent name in managed IT services, proudly commemorated its 25th anniversary. Founded in 2000 as Digerati Group, the company transitioned to the EMPIST brand in 2017 and has since made significant strides in providing cutting-edge solutions in IT services, cloud applications, cybersecurity, and digital marketing.

Originally starting as a modest two-person team assisting businesses in shifting away from outdated mainframe systems to more modern infrastructures, EMPIST has steadily increased its workforce to over 100 professionals across North America and Europe. Their journey over the past quarter-century has involved numerous key acquisitions, notably the purchase of Lumia Marketing Agency in 2015 to broaden their digital service offerings, and CSS (Common Sense Solutions) in 2024, which further expanded their IT solutions. The complete rebranding in 2017 marked a significant milestone in unifying their mission and strengthening their service identity.

“EMPIST stands for trust,” says John Kampas, the founder and CEO. “Our name derives from the Greek word meaning trust, and that’s exactly what our clients have given us over these years. We've earned their trust to grow with them and serve as a real partner, not just a service provider.”

Throughout its existence, EMPIST has consistently been at the forefront of technological advancement. They were pioneers of managed services in the early 2000s, leaders in private cloud solutions ahead of widespread platforms like Azure and AWS, and invested in artificial intelligence and automation early on. A core part of their success is their client-first approach, which resulted in the development of tailored ticketing systems and client portals that enhance service delivery with both transparency and speed.

Andrew Boesch, the Chief Operating Officer, emphasized the philosophy that drives EMPIST’s achievements: “Service must be in your heart. Whether we're assisting a client with their digital transformation or addressing a simple support concern, we prioritize listening, act promptly, and focus on continuous improvement.”

The accomplishments over the last 25 years include:

• - Growing from a two-person operation to over 100 global employees.
• - Rebranding from Digerati Group to EMPIST in 2017 for a unified purpose.
• - Successfully developing and scaling a proprietary cloud and client service platform.
• - Establishing an international presence with an office in Athens, Greece in 2014.
• - Acquiring Lumia Marketing Agency and CSS to enhance service capabilities.

As EMPIST embarks on the next phase of its journey, the focus remains on empowering businesses with advanced technology and strategic solutions. “This marks merely the beginning,” Kampas stated. “We are committed to investing in our people, enhancing our services, and continually pushing boundaries. We anticipate that the next quarter-century will hold even more remarkable transformations.”

For those interested in learning more about EMPIST’s impressive trajectory and innovative offerings, they can visit www.empist.com.

As they celebrate this significant milestone, it's clear that EMPIST is not just reflecting on past accomplishments but is also strategically planning for a future filled with possibilities.