Jay Malik
CEO
This father of 4 came to America in the early 2000s knowing that America was “the land of opportunity”, but that meant something more to him. Jay came to America with a “vision of providing other people opportunities.” He began his career in the wireless industry, starting off in sales at a kiosk, and has paved his way to becoming the CEO of his own wireless company.
Jay is a family-man who loves to travel with his family to any tropical island. While Jay is data-oriented and driven by the process, he is even more passionate about the people that surround him: “For me, when I leave this world…I want to leave something for others, a legacy, a source of income for generations to come.”
Nick Malik
COO
Nick graduated in the Philippines with a BS degree in Industrial Engineering, where he then moved to Pakistan in 2004. Shortly after, he stared at Time Warner where he launched the Cartoon Network, POGO, HBO, and Warner Brothers in Pakistan. 7 years later he moved to the United States where he started his journey with TCC Wireless. He began as a sales executive and has worked his way up to the position of COO. He is no stranger to rapid growth, as he and the TCC Wireless team grew from only a handful of T-Mobile locations to now 300+! He is the father of three teenage sons and has been married for 15 years. Not only does he love spending time with his family, he loves to travel (Bangkok, Thailand is his favorite spot). If you're looking to get on Nick’s good side, talk to him about his favorite action movies.
Eric Tarasievich
CFO
Eric received his BS in Accounting from the University of Illinois where he then gained 25+ years’ experience in his industry. At TCC he was brought on to help prepare the company for growth, and that’s just what he did. With Eric on the team, TCC grew to over 300+ stores. Eric loves being with a growing company because, “The growth provides people to be able to work their way up as I did, that’s really the fun part of the job. It’s nice to see people get the same opportunity as I did.” This father of two teenage boys is also a board member for Park Ridge Baseball/Softball. Fun fact: “I’m an accountant.”
Ala Abutabanjeh
VP of Technology
Ala attended Saint Xavier for his master’s degree in computer science. While attending, he also worked as a web developer for the university. In 2011, he started as an IT Technician at TCC where he moved his way up to VP of IT. He is passionate about all thing’s technology and computers, more specifically the Internet of Things. Ala is a family-man and father of two. He would consider himself a homebody, but loves a lot of family fun, they even go strawberry picking! (P.S. Ala is suspected to have IT superpowers)
Jeff Soske
Director of Finance
Jeff has been in retail for 25 years, and is a master in the consumer electronics industry. People development is something he has excelled at throughout his career. Working with other leaders to help them accomplish both their personal and professional goals is the most rewarding part of process for Jeff.
Jeff was born and raised in Chicago and currently resides in the western suburbs with his family and their three magnificent dogs: Payton, Leo and Jack.
Fun fact: "Every day of my life is filled with dog hair, I live in a dog hair blizzard... No seriously- it like snows dog hair." - Jeff Soske
Ayyaz Rizvi
VP of Operations & Business Development
Ayyaz is a distinguished professional acclaimed for his profound expertise in Marketing, Operations, and Business Development, excelling in leadership roles across multiple industries. He thrives on challenges, viewing them as opportunities to innovate and enhance business outcomes.
His career highlights include transforming emerging businesses through deep market insight and effective strategic execution. Ayyaz is adaptable across various business models and market conditions, including call centers and virtual retail.
Ayyaz is also a devoted family man who cherishes dining out with his loved ones. His professional journey includes a stint in London, where he developed a passion for football (referred to as soccer in the US). As an ardent Manchester United supporter, he rarely misses their matches.
Zain Malik
Director Strategy & Business Development
Zain Malik, son of Jay Malik, is a dedicated professional with a robust background in business development and strategy. A graduate of DePaul University with a major in these fields, Zain has built a career marked by significant achievements. Since 2020, he has been an integral part of TCC Wireless, where he currently serves as the Director of Strategy & Business Development. His tenure at TCC Wireless has highlighted his versatility and expertise in overseeing both financial operations and strategic projects.
Prior to joining TCC Wireless, Zain acquired valuable experience in investment management, refining his analytical skills and deepening his understanding of market dynamics. Recently, he has developed a passion for strategic initiatives and organizational growth. As a versatile professional, he spearheads many of the organization's emerging initiatives, showcasing his ability to drive innovation and success.
Beyond his professional life, Zain is passionate about boxing and staying fit at the gym. He is also a devoted pet owner, deeply fond of his two cherished dogs.
