About Us
Nick Schmidt
Blue Pride was founded by Nick Schmidt, who brings over 15 years of experience in the IT industry. Before relocating to Northeast Ohio, Nick spent years maintaining and supporting complex systems for large businesses in Seattle, where he honed his skills across a wide range of IT disciplines.
Nick's expertise spans all aspects of IT, from access control, networking, and wireless systems to surveillance, server management, security, and cloud migration. His journey into the IT world began at a young age, learning from his father and grandfather’s company, where he built on their decades of experience. This early exposure to technology sparked a lifelong passion, driving him to continually expand his knowledge.
Nick’s career path led him to become the IT Director for a medical billing office, where he managed IT support for several clinics within a hospital. After the company was sold, Nick took on the role of senior network and phone systems engineer, supporting, engineering, and implementing phone systems, wireless networks, and wired network solutions for hundreds of companies worldwide.
At Blue Pride, Nick’s goal is to bring his diverse IT expertise to businesses everywhere, offering tailored solutions that enhance productivity and streamline operations.
Eric Lars Larson
Eric Lars Larson joined the Blue Pride I.S. team in 2018, bringing with him extensive experience in sales and marketing. With a strong background in telecommunications, Eric has a proven track record of building and leading teams to successfully bring innovative products to market, while expanding customer relationships and maximizing sales potential.
Known for his deep connections with key decision-makers across the technology industry, Eric has spent the past 20 years selling and implementing Data Center, Cloud, Internet, Telephony, and Technology solutions for companies nationwide. His reputation for transparency and unwavering commitment to advocating for his customers has earned him the trust of clients and colleagues alike.
Eric is also proud to have served in the U.S. Army as a 91Alpha Combat Field Medic. The experience instilled in him a strong sense of discipline, organizational skills, teamwork, and pride—values that continue to guide his professional endeavors.