Gregory Galdi

Founder & President
Custom Computer Specialists

Gregory Galdi is an accomplished entrepreneur, philanthropist, and information technology visionary. As founder and President of Hauppauge, NY-headquartered Custom Computer Specialists, Greg has helped transform the adoption of outsourced technology services within healthcare, education, commercial and non-profit
business, and local government.

Greg was first introduced to technology when he began his career as a chemist at Brookhaven National Laboratory. Shortly after, in 1979, he founded Custom Computer Specialists with a small storefront located in Riverhead, NY. Four decades later, his technology solutions firm has grown to over 400 full-time employees with locations in New York, New Jersey, and Rhode Island—including a 100,000 sq. ft facility on Long Island.

With his visionary perspective, Greg has earned the Long Island University Southampton College’s Distinguished Alumnus Award, is a three-time Entrepreneur of the Year finalist, and honored member of the Young Presidents’
Organization. He is a board member of the International Motor Racing Research Center, HIA-LI,
and the Long Island University Board of Trustees

Impassioned with giving back to the communities he serves, Greg has been frequently
recognized for his philanthropic efforts, supporting Long Island’s associations, hospitals, schools,
and museums. He was also recognized at Parker Jewish Institute’s annual gala for his many
accomplishments.

Greg is an avid auto racing enthusiast and resides on Long Island with his wife Linda.