Tusker Announces New CEO Matt Gaudio, Aiming for Billion-Dollar Growth

Tusker, a prominent midmarket IT services provider, has taken a significant step forward by appointing Matt Gaudio as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This change comes as the company seeks to solidify its rapid growth and adapt to an evolving technological landscape. Gaudio succeeds Matt Zafirovski, who has decided to pursue a leadership opportunity at a publicly traded technology company after six successful years at Tusker.

Matt Gaudio is no stranger to Tusker, having spent the last two decades in the technology industry. Before becoming CEO, he held the position of Chief Solutions Officer, where he played a crucial role in overseeing solutions, professional services, managed services, and delivery operations. His promotion to CEO marks the continuation of the “One Tusker” strategy, which aims to unify the operations of various acquired companies and set the stage for sustained, long-term growth.

During his announcement, Gaudio expressed his commitment to drive the company forward. “Matt Zafirovski's leadership helped build the momentum we have today and set the stage for ongoing growth by establishing the ability to meet an increasingly broad range of client IT needs,” he stated. He emphasized that Tusker's growth has been balanced between organic growth and strategic acquisitions, a trend that is expected to continue as the firm strives to reach a valuation of $1 billion.

Mike Zafirovski, Tusker’s Executive Chairman, praised Gaudio’s deep understanding of the company, its employees, and its customer base. He highlighted that Matt G’s familiarity with the existing strategy and his transformative role in the “One Tusker” initiative makes him the ideal leader to guide the company into its next phase of development.

Originally known as ACP CreativIT, the company was founded in 1984 and has undergone significant evolution since being acquired by Zaf Group in 2017. The acquisition marked the beginning of a transformative strategy aimed at creating a comprehensive technology services organization. Following this vision, Tusker has successfully broadened its portfolio through a series of strategic acquisitions. Notably, it expanded its presence by integrating six companies, each bringing a wealth of experience and a strong reputation in their respective markets. This has resulted in establishing major hubs in cities such as Chicago, Boston, Green Bay, Duluth, Eau Claire, and Cleveland.

Tusker’s diverse services now cater to a wide range of clients across various sectors, including education, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and government. With a team of over 450 professionals, including more than 250 technologists, Tusker stands ready to meet its clients' increasing needs for innovative IT solutions.

Reflecting on his time as CEO, Zafirovski expressed gratitude for the growth Tusker has experienced and the impact Gaudio had on the company’s success. He noted that Gaudio has been instrumental in merging the capabilities of the acquired companies and was optimistic that Gaudio would lead the organization effectively in its future growth endeavors.

As Tusker embarks on this new chapter, the appointment of Gaudio as CEO represents a strategic move to harness the existing momentum and enhance the company's capabilities in meeting its clients' diverse IT requirements. With the backdrop of a successfully executed growth strategy and the ongoing integration of acquired companies, Tusker is poised for a strong future as it continues to strengthen its position in the IT sector.

For those interested in further information about Tusker and its services, details can be found on their official website at https://www.tuskerco.com.