A Trusted Media Trainer, Speaker, and Communications Adviser.
About Mike Nikitas
Mike Nikitas advises global leaders in the US, Australia, Canada, the UK, France, Spain, Germany, India, Israel, Japan, and South Korea. He specializes in working with executives in the worlds of AI, cybersecurity, technology, biotech, healthcare, financial services, and education. His positive coaching approach has guided hundreds of CEOs and other professionals to communicate with clarity and confidence when engaging the news media.
“I’ve worked with Nikitas Communications for years and enjoyed Mike’s flexibility, engaging teaching style, and effective mock interviews. He’s worked hard to customize sessions to fit our needs, adapting seamlessly to any changes requested by our SMEs. Mike’s dynamic approach keeps participants engaged, simplifying complex concepts into actionable insights. The mock interviews are transformative, offering realistic scenarios that offer constructive, personalized feedback that ensures each participant knows their strengths and growth areas. Partnering with Nikitas Communications has boosted our team’s skills and given them the confidence to perform at a high level with our technical media.”
Tim Morin, Global PR Leader
MathWorks, Natick, Massachusetts
College Professor. Journalist. News Anchor.
Mike teaches “Media Strategy and Skills” to graduate students at the Carsey School of Public Policy at the University of New Hampshire. He is also a regular lecturer to physician MBA candidates at Brandeis University’s Heller School of Management.
Mike is best known for his long career in journalism – as a TV news and business anchor at NECN (New England Cable News), where he became a popular Boston media figure. He interviewed thousands of newsmakers and led live coverage of major events including 9/11, the Boston Marathon bombings, and Presidential elections. He has also hosted numerous debates, conferences, and fundraisers.
A keen observer of news media, Mike was for several years a panelist on “Beat the Press,” the analysis program on Boston’s GBH-TV (PBS).
Known for his clarity, credibility, and calm under pressure, Mike brings these strengths to every client and setting — whether media engagement, remote video, or on stage.
A TRUE MEDIA PROFESSIONAL
Mike was a five-time Emmy nominee for Outstanding TV Anchor in Boston and has been inducted into the prestigious Silver Circle of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, recognizing his lifetime contributions to broadcast journalism.
Passionate about veterans’ issues, Mike served for more than a decade as emcee of the Massachusetts Veterans Day Ceremony. He has had the privilege to be the Fenway Park stadium announcer for the Boston Red Sox, and even made a few appearances on the big screen—as a newscaster in films including the hit comedy Ted.
“The media training I received from Mike Nikitas was just what I needed, as I had not done such work before. Mike was great in coaching me, as a complete beginner, into swiftly being more confident with the media – and I still use his lessons today. The best bit about Mike – a TV personality in his own right! – was how professional and friendly he was.”
Dr. Phil Budden
Former British Consul General to New England