Nik Garifalos

Nik Garifalos has over two decades of experience in operational leadership and product management. At FEI Systems, since May 2010, Nik has held various senior roles, including Deputy Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President of Operations and Account Management, where strategic planning and business development have been key responsibilities. Prior to FEI, Nik served as Director of Product Management for AOL Advertising, focusing on Search Engine Marketing and AdServing products, and led cross-functional teams to achieve corporate goals. Earlier experience includes a Senior Consultant role at BearingPoint, where Nik drove cost-saving initiatives for federal government clients, and an Infrastructure Manager position at Procter and Gamble, overseeing extensive network and telecommunications systems. Nik holds a Master’s degree in Information Systems and Technology from The Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from the United States Naval Academy.