Michael L. Nestor
Weston
Summary
Strategic IT Executive with expertise in business development and global team training. Led IT mergers and acquisitions to achieve significant ROI. Drove technology initiatives enhancing data security and operational modernization. Developed high-performing teams, fostering a culture of achievement.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President Information Technology
Platinum Dermatology Partners
01.2023 - Current
- Managed IT M&A initiatives, technology adoption, and partnerships to enhance business efficiency. Developed integration templates and collaborated with board leaders on IT roadmap. Led multi-state infrastructure convergence and Helpdesk support projects.
- Lead AI projects that minimized reliance on physical call centers and IT Helpdesk staff, increasing response speed and efficiency, which improved EBITA for the PE group. Implemented AI for a structured IT knowledge base.
- Migrated to Microsoft Azure Cloud with serverless solutions, modernizing infrastructure ahead of acquisitions. Implemented IoT upgrades and station replacements, achieving sustained ROI, cost savings, stability, and security.
- Migrate current Paycom HRIS and Sage ERP for improved efficiency in the O365 ecosystem. Modernize the web platform and CRM with a marketing/web development partner. Implement AI for analytics, CRM queries, and payments; automate Power BI metrics. Introduce Microsoft Copilot and replace Coupa procurement and Oracle with Microsoft Dynamics.
- Combined enterprise resource and Helpdesk projects into one system, resetting ITSM and ITIL standards across all platforms. Streamlined asset management and remote support, resulting in a complete restructuring of merged IT infrastructure.
- Oversaw offshore teams as well as multi-state and outsourced groups delivering Helpdesk services. Upgraded the asset management system, revitalizing multiple legacy processes. Implemented PIM solutions for branded product sales.
- IT Budget Management. Introduce a new AI-facing Data dashboard for RCM. Switch to Workday for project management.
- Oversee and re-draft hypervisor platforms, Synology, Nimble SANs, Ubiquity and Meraki Wi-Fi, firewalls, and migrate from CrowdStrike to SentinelOne. Manage Veeam DRS.
- One of the largest and diverse, multi state healthcare Dermatology & cosmetic enterprises. Private Equity owned via Sun Capital.
Vice President of Information Systems/ CSO
SPC Dermatology
Miami
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Spearheaded business and technology partnerships to align with business needs. Collaborated with executives, board members, and technology stakeholders to monitor PE M&A progress, leading initiatives that supported 80% growth in venture capital positions.
- Directed technology and branding M&A strategy to advance product and service offerings, strengthen provider client relationships, and elevate organization’s brand reputation. Oversaw governance and compliance initiatives (HIPAA/SOC, etc.).
- During my tenure at SPC Enterprise, I established IT governance frameworks, developed risk mitigation plans, and executed an ITIL-based strategy with Agile methodology.
- Introduced efficiencies that reduced IT costs by 35% through adoption of emerging technologies and spearheaded outsourcing consulting initiatives.
- Directed the core team to implement IAAS method for Datacenter replacement, allowing for controlled unlimited and flexible growth.
- Optimized performance of MSSQL and MYSQL SQL queries.
- A PE equity owned business & physician group practice comprised of Board-Certified Dermatologists and derma pathologists located throughout east coast.
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Advanced Dermatology Management
Miami
01.1997 - 01.2018
- Expertly migrated to partial hybrid outsourcing Helpdesk 24/7 program for facilities beyond effective in-house IT radius.
- Overhauled central cybersecurity controls to mitigate zero-day threats.
- Established guidelines for HIPAA compliance and enhanced reliability, flexibility, and responsiveness of IT systems.
- Designed & implemented the Datacenter and all disaster recovery protocols.
- Oversaw the management of various information, financial, and communications systems and projects, such as voice, data, imaging, and office automation.
- Replaced tradition client IT base use with thin client & geo-redundant DC infrastructure Ensuring 99% reliability.
- Core SOC for all security events and response.
- ADM is private independent operational practice management services arm of Skin and Cancer Associates, a group of over 80 dermatologists, Nurse Practitioners and Physicians Assistants, practicing at more than 30 locations in Florida.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
MMA Worldwide Group
Miami
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Led development of the first cosmetic and skin cancer telemedicine system, plus a web conferencing solution for the Skin Cancer Foundation, EU Collaborative (Oxford) and UCLA. Promoted asynchronous telemedicine, and created a similar platform for the University of Israel.
- Developed and launched the first search engine specifically designed for wealth management commodities, enhancing user access to financial information.
- Delivered business and strategic guidance to clients on telecommunications restructuring, vendor management, and comprehensive IT strategic planning.
- Presented at the American Academy of Dermatology, delivering a lecture on medical imaging, security, and computing technologies for medical practices.
- Developed and sold the first educational interactive CD for the American Academy of Dermatology.
- Designed and implemented a client kiosk machine for cosmetic products that utilized a profiling marketing approach to enhance customer engagement.
- A business IT consulting services organization that provides specializing in the introduction “out of the box”, custom information technology solutions. Specialize din implementation of emerging tech for fats track business growth. Risk mitigation and compliance review stratagems and support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Computer Science & Biology
California State University – Northridge
Northridge, CASkills
- Microsoft server administration
- AI integration
- IT financial management
- Cybersecurity planning
- Data transfer
- Vendor management
- Change control
- Business alignment
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder collaboration
- IT compliance
- Strategic development
- Microsoft 365 administration
- SQL database administration
- VMware administration
- Cisco networking
- CrowdStrike implementation
- Sophos deployment
- Customer relationship management
- ManageEngine deployment
- IaaS solutions
- IGEL management
- Hexnode management
- SAN solutions
Accomplishments
- Created and launched Pathology Enterprise Collaborative EHR, the first private/commercial pathology lab electronic medical records (LIS) system (SAAS based) for PE.
- Launched Dermnetwork.org, the world’s pioneering Medical Telemedicine platform for the Skin Cancer Foundation globally and New York University and EU collaborative (Oxford).
- Achieved a remarkable record of accomplishment of reducing existing information technology (IT) costs through an early adoption of emerging technologies.
- Led M&A integrations for acquired businesses and their cybersecurity programs, for SOP achievement.
- Led successful & transparent external auditing by Marcum to ensure accountabilities for all investments.
- Directed initiatives with ownership private equity firms to assess the feasibility of business acquisitions.
- Software Technology startup RC (Rejuvenation Centers) that produced first affront clinical patient systems tailored to kiosk sales experience at various shopping facilities (Simon Malls). Later bought by Clinique.
- Instrumental in driving business consulting initiatives that eased the implementation of AI, automation methods, latest technologies, and talent outsourcing. These changes helped create a leaner, more adaptable professional team, achieving cost savings while supporting exacting standards of quality and prompt response times.
- Led all successful business software audits (resulting from M&A) to avoid fines and protect company reputation.
- Ensured high-level accuracy and compliance in licensing matters & the smooth implementation of tailored ERP systems for IT.
Certificates And Training
- ITIL certification
- MO365, MS Exchange, MS Entra (AZURE). MSSQL DBA.
- HIPAA Certification
- CompTIA security certification
- Subnetwork Connection Protection (SNCP) Certification – Storage Network Industry Association (SNIA)
- VMWARE vCenter, VMware Storage Solid-state Drive (SSD) & Desktop Virtualization
- Storage Technology Certification – Storage Network Industry Association (SNIA)
- Clinical Platforms Expertise Certificate – NextGen
- Chief Information Officer (CIO) Bootcamp – Interop
- USB Technology Design and Standards – StarTech.com
Timeline
Vice President Information Technology
Platinum Dermatology Partners
01.2023 - Current
Vice President of Information Systems/ CSO
SPC Dermatology
01.2018 - 01.2023
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Advanced Dermatology Management
01.1997 - 01.2018
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
MMA Worldwide Group
01.1995 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Computer Science & Biology
California State University – Northridge