Nash Stamenkovic

Helping organizations modernize, scale, and realign through trusted, results-driven IT strategy.

I’m Nash Stamenkovic – a seasoned technology leader with over 25 years of experience guiding digital transformation and IT operations across North America and Europe. I support organizations navigating complexity, whether that’s rapid growth, restructuring, or the need to modernize legacy systems, with pragmatic leadership and a hands-on approach.

Strategic Technology Leadership That Adapts to Your Business

Throughout my career, I’ve worked closely with executive teams, business units, and vendors to bring structure, efficiency, and clarity to evolving IT landscapes. From advising C-suites to managing full-scale implementations, I step into dynamic environments with an ability to assess quickly, align teams, and deliver meaningful outcomes.

Some organizations need long-term oversight. Others need leadership through transition. I’ve provided both.

Areas of impact include:

• Aligning IT systems with business growth plans and operational strategy

• Modernizing ERP, CRM, and data ecosystems for cross-functional clarity

• Optimizing infrastructure for scalability, resilience, and cost-efficiency

• Leading cloud adoption, security frameworks, and vendor consolidation

• Building high-performance teams, workflows, and governance structures

• Delivering business continuity, audit readiness, and risk mitigation

A Trusted Technology Partner for Complex Moments

My leadership experience spans manufacturing, logistics, distribution, e-commerce, professional services, and more. I’ve helped companies expand operations across 16+ sites, transform legacy systems, integrate global teams, and realign IT budgets toward long-term growth.

Whether embedded with your executive team or brought in to lead a critical transformation, I bring the same level of care, technical fluency, and operational precision.

Technology Meets Humanity

I believe the best solutions are built with empathy, clarity, and creativity. My parallel work in theater and visual arts brings a human dimension to my leadership style—helping me read between the lines, inspire trust, and connect the dots where others may hesitate.

When you’re ready to take the next step forward, I’m here to help you move with confidence.

Toronto Technology Executive | Digital Strategy Advisor | Infrastructure and Systems Leader

Experienced technology executive with a strong record of leading complex IT initiatives across manufacturing, logistics, eCommerce, and service-based industries. I help organizations simplify complexity, scale sustainably, and turn technology into a driver of measurable outcomes.

With a balance of strategic foresight and practical leadership, I align IT initiatives with business priorities, modernize infrastructure, and guide teams through transitions that demand clarity, speed, and precision. From cloud ecosystems to ERP and CRM alignment, I bring structure, focus, and momentum to organizations navigating change or growth.

Next Plumbing and Hydronics Supply Inc.

Toronto, ON

Head of Technology
(4/2022 – 4/2025)

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Emterra Group Inc.

Oakville, ON

Director of Information Technology
(11/2020 – 3/2022)

• Oversaw technology operations across 37 locations in Canada and the U.S. within a sustainability-focused enterprise.

• Worked directly with the CFO and CSO to guide modernization, cloud strategy, and security planning.

• Transitioned ERP from Microsoft Great Plains to Dynamics 365 to streamline operations.

• Executed Microsoft 365 and Azure initiatives including Intune rollout and Exchange Online migration.

• Implemented compliance frameworks aligned with PCI DSS and NIST CSF standards.

• Upgraded enterprise infrastructure to increase uptime, mobility, and system reliability.

• Launched data governance efforts and integrated Power BI for real-time analytics.

• Maintained tight cross-departmental alignment through structured reporting and budgeting.

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Next Plumbing and Hydronics Supply Inc.

Toronto, ON

Information Technology Manager
(11/2019 – 11/2020)

• Restructured the IT function, delivering over $700K in cost savings within the first year.

• Deployed SD-WAN across 11 branches to ensure consistent operations and recovery capabilities.

• Led cloud transformation through Microsoft 365 migration and Azure-based remote infrastructure.

• Supported decision-making with custom BI dashboards tailored to executive needs.

• Authored the company’s first comprehensive security policy based on industry standards.

• Overhauled vendor contracts to improve SLA compliance and enhance service levels.

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Surteco Canada Ltd

Brampton, ON , Montreal, QC, Greensboro, NC, Dusseldorf, DE

CIO of North Americas & Director of International Projects
(1/2014 – 12/2018)

• Directed IT strategy and operations for North America while leading international projects in Europe and Australia.

• Built the global digital roadmap for ERP, CRM, and e-commerce modernization.

• Deployed Magento storefronts with ERP integrations in Germany, France, Australia, and the U.S.

• Introduced Salesforce CRM, achieving high adoption and improving real-time visibility.

• Led mobile transformation through Android tools for logistics and QA operations.

• Managed IT budgets across currencies and ensured global compliance with GDPR and ISO.

• Acted as cross-departmental liaison for resource planning and executive technology alignment.

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IT Manager, North Americas
(6/2005 – 1/2014)

• Oversaw infrastructure, security, and user support across North American manufacturing and office sites.

• Reduced IT costs by 50% while increasing system availability and performance.

• Directed ERP enhancements and BI implementations supporting site-level operations.

• Relocated data centers without business disruption, improving resilience and security.

• Designed and managed databases across Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and SQL Server.

• Migrated communication, CRM, and finance platforms to cloud-hosted environments.

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Critical Path Inc.

Toronto, Ontario/San Francisco, CA USA

Systems Architect/Integration Specialist 
(5/1999 – 5/2005)

• Engineered secure SaaS infrastructure supporting over 1M users globally.

• Optimized UNIX kernels, boosting system throughput for cloud-based applications.

• Designed secure, load-balanced global networks supporting clients like NASA and AT&T.

• Implemented advanced SSL and encryption layers to meet federal security standards.

• Pioneered Agile infrastructure operations before widespread industry adoption.

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Lara Internet Services

Burlington, ON

Sr. Systems Administrator/Integration Specialist
(3/1996 – 5/1999)

• Foundational member of Ontario’s first ISPs, managing end-to-end infrastructure and service delivery.

• Deployed secure routing, server provisioning, and modem banks to scale client operations.

• Supported early hybrid cloud clients with custom integration and uptime monitoring.

• Collaborated with law enforcement to establish response frameworks for cybercrime.

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Areas of expertise include:

• ERP transformation leadership across multiple platforms within the Infor ecosystem (including CSD and Sx.e), as well as Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Great Plains.

• Workflow optimization and cross-functional process redesign aligned with operational efficiency, scalability, and measurable KPIs.

• Real-time analytics implementation through Power BI, Birst, and custom BI frameworks, enabling data-driven decision-making across all levels of the enterprise.

• Infrastructure modernization and multi-site cloud transitions with deep experience in Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune, and SharePoint.

• Robust cybersecurity leadership anchored in NIST, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001 frameworks, deploying tools such as WatchGuard EDPR and Blackpoint MDR.

• Strategic IT governance, audit readiness, compliance programs, and organizational risk frameworks built to scale with business complexity.

• Budgeting, CapEx/OpEx forecasting, and cost optimization within diverse environments including distribution, manufacturing, and logistics.

• Business continuity, disaster recovery planning, and resiliency engineering to support mission-critical operations.

• Cross-functional team development and global vendor management, building high-trust environments that drive performance.

• PMO-level portfolio management with strong project prioritization, structured delivery frameworks, and continuous improvement models.

Positioned for a Broad Range of Executive Opportunities

Whether supporting a company as CIO, Vice President of Technology, Director of IT, or strategic consultant, I bring a consistent record of delivering high-impact outcomes in complex and regulated environments. My leadership has improved operational uptime, optimized cost structures, enabled digital revenue growth, and transformed both infrastructure and team culture across legacy and modern platforms.

I have advised executive committees, collaborated across cross-functional departments, and established IT as a value-generating function at both mid-sized and enterprise scale. My work adapts continuously to evolving technologies, business models, and stakeholder needs, with a focus on aligning strategy and execution.

With hands-on experience across systems, security, data, cloud, analytics, and team building, I offer executive-level engagement across multiple disciplines. I am particularly suited for organizations seeking fractional CTO or CIO-level insight, structure, and leadership — whether during growth, transition, or modernization.

More Than Technology

My approach to leadership is rooted in both strategic thinking and human connection. Alongside my professional work, I remain deeply engaged in theater and visual arts — creative pursuits that strengthen my perspective on collaboration, timing, storytelling, and the value of presence.

These experiences have shaped how I lead and work with others. I bring empathy to decision-making, patience to process, and a curiosity that inspires engagement across teams and disciplines.

This balance of systems thinking and creative intelligence allows me to guide technology initiatives with vision, integrity, and a deep respect for people. Whether modernizing infrastructure or mentoring rising leaders, I focus on unlocking value that lasts beyond delivery.

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