About Michael Elias: Senior Principal Operations Engineer & Entrepreneur

Michael Elias is a veteran infrastructure expert and entrepreneur with a career defined by operational excellence and technical versatility. Currently serving as a Senior Principal Operations Engineer at Dun & Bradstreet, Michael brings decades of high-level experience to the management of complex data environments and enterprise architecture.

Professional History: From SoHo ISP to Global Data

Michael’s technical roots run deep in the evolution of the internet. In the 1990s and early 2000s, he founded Treespan, a boutique ISP in SoHo that provided critical broadband and colocation services during the dot-com boom.

He later established the Kernel Consulting Group, delivering specialized infrastructure engineering for high-compliance sectors including Finance, Advertising, Journalism, and Insurance. Throughout his career, Michael has maintained a sharp technical edge, holding certifications from industry leaders such as Cisco, Fortinet, Red Hat, and Nessus.

The Intersection of Engineering and Art

Beyond the server rack, Michael applies his engineering precision to the culinary arts. He is the creator of "Ice Cream by Mike," a renowned local brand where he utilized his exactitude to craft artisan ice cream.

Whether optimizing enterprise operations or perfecting a flavor profile, Michael Elias is a professional who proves that the discipline required for high-level IT operations is the same discipline required for creative mastery.