Nick Costides

Nick is the former President of Information Technology at UPS and currently serves as an advisor and board member to emerging companies and investors. Rising through the ranks at UPS over a 29 year career that spanned continents and lines of business, Nick is globally recognized for leading the development of multiple technology innovations that have disrupted and transformed the supply chain logistics and transportation industry. Nick led the development of the logistics technology platform that powered the Beijing Olympics and the design and implementation of the technology architecture for the world’s largest automated package sortation facility. The innovations and technology platforms developed by his team help to power e-commerce and international trade, while enabling the world’s most complex supply chains. During his tenure with UPS, Nick led the company’s Digital Transformation program, was a member of the company’s Venture Investment Board, Information Security and Data Privacy Council, and Technology Governance Committee. Nick and his teams have been recognized by the industry for their accomplishments including but not limited to Computerworld Premier 100 IT Leader, InformationWeek Elite 100, and Red Hat Innovator of the Year.

He also has secured several patents that support UPS’ intellectual property. Nick currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors for Points of Light, is on the Board of Directors for the Technology Association of Georgia, serves on the Advisory Council for ToolBank USA, and serves on the Board of Advisors for Hands on Atlanta. He previously served as technology advisor to United Way Worldwide.