ABOUT US

ABOUT US

A Managed Services Provider (MSP) Specializing in Cloud IP Technology Solutions for Businesses

CieloIT is changing the way franchises use technology

CieloIT is focused on the fundamentals of delivering best-of-breed IT solutions based on the concept of Cloud Computing, Managed IT Services, IOT (Internet of Things), Mobile App / Custom Software Development, and Nearshore Bilingual (English/Spanish) Service Desk Support.


The Cielo Global Holdings leadership team has 100+ years of combined experience with big data technology, information technology services and system integration. With a global presence in 3 Countries, 250+ ecosystem partners, 1,500 project builds, and over 2,500 engagements, Cielo Global Holdings continues to provide solutions at a cost designed to make our clients profitable.

Meet The Team

BJ Carter

Chief Executive Officer

  • About BJ

    BJ has over 30 years in leading and directing high tech global companies. BJ has worked across multiple industries and sectors and has held executive leadership roles in board and advisory capacities for fortune 2000 companies. Most recently BJ was the CEO of EMEA for a global mobile payments company in the Fintech industry.


    Contact: bj@cgholdings.com | (806) 410-1304 ext. 112

Shannon Anderson

Executive Vice President, CieloIT

  • About Shannon

    Shannon is a dynamic management professional with experience in diverse industries including technology, healthcare, call centers and institutional sales. He has 20 years of experience in various leadership and team development roles driving organizational change with a notable record of accomplishments in developing businesses and increasing sales while effectively managing the organization. Shannon received his BS in Interdisciplinary Studies and his M.Ed. in Educational Leadership.


    Contact: sanderson@cieloit.com | (806) 410-1304 ext. 102

Rick Anicetti

Chairman and CAO

  • About Rick

    Richard is a business executive, teacher, mentor, and motivational speaker with more than 38 years experience, almost a third of which he has spent leading as CEO for such food retailing companies as Food Lion, The Fresh Market, and 99 Cents Only. Anicetti is also the President and Founder of The Anicetti Leadership Group LLC.


    Contact: ra@cgholdings.com | (806) 410-1304 ext. 129

Kristopher Kroona

Chief Financial Officer

  • About Kristopher

    Kristopher is a growth oriented CFO. He has worked on growing enterprise value through organic and M&A growth strategies, specifically  in the last 5 years working with Private Equity investors to optimize fund structure, thesis, and portfolio company performance through value creation strategies. Prior to that, Kristopher sold an analytics company to be the core analytics driver for PWC’s PE/deals platform. Before that, he was a finance leader, responsible for fundraising, execution, and exit in the edtech, healthtech, and biotech space.

Robbie Das

Head of M&A / Investment Banker

  • About Robbie

    Robbie Das is a Managing Director at 

    Transaction. Capital - registered & 

    licensed Investment Banker through 

    M&A Securities Group, Inc., Member 

    FINRA/SiPC with Series 79, Series 63 

    and SIE securities registrations. 

    Robbie leads the M&A process for 

    CieloIT and has over twenty-five years of 

    experience, leading M&A at Siemens, 

    Inc. for over a decade and a former 

    Partner at PwC.  Robbie has an MBA 

    from the Wharton School and a 

    Computer Science Degree from CWRU. 

Michael Gallagher

Director of Operations

  • About Michael

    Michael has over 30 years of experience in IT business management with a focus on integrating software and hardware solutions to increase efficiencies. He has a strong foundation of IT-related knowledge and a passion for problem solving that allows him to leverage technology driven solutions to wide range of industries. He owned and managed a successful IT company for 25 years before joining the CieloIT team."







Shayla Phares

Human Resource Coordinator

  • About Shayla

    Shayla has over 7 years’ experience in Human Resources. She was the Director of Human Resources & Compliance at The Ranch at Dovetree. Most recently, she was the Human Resources Manager for Calvert Home Health & Hospice for all their Texas locations. Shayla thrives while creating a culture where employees want their job at CieloIT to be their last job.

Severin M. Beliveau

Legal Counsel

  • About Severin

    Severin is one of Maine's best-known attorneys and has significant experience in legislative and regulatory issues. His private practice experience as a legal generalist, along with his work in public practice, the Maine Legislature and the U.S. Congress, make him uniquely qualified as a litigator concentrating in regulatory law and project development. Throughout his career, Severin has been a leader in national and international organizations, giving him perspectives that transcend state boundaries. He has also served on political leadership committees dealing with U.S.-Canadian relations, European security, the environment and technological change.

Rolando Pedraza

Director of Managed Services

  • About Rolando

    Rolando is an accomplished professional with a decade of experience in IT and business management. As a Director of Managed Services, he excelled in strategy development, team leadership, and client relationship management. His background includes roles as a Business Architect, Managed Services Manager, Service Desk Manager, and IT Operations Manager in leading companies. He brings expertise in relationship management, budget oversight, and process improvement to drive success in various professional settings.

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