Meet some of the team whose data analytics vision and expertise helps to make communities better.
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Product Officer
Senior Director Technology and Engineering
Director of Product Development
Director Solutions Architecture
VP of Customer Solutions
Solutions Project Manager
VP of Customer Growth
Director for Higher Education Growth
Learn how our unique approach can help your organization become data mature.
Larry is a solutions-oriented leader with more than 25 years of experience in data, analytics and AI strategies, architectures, and solutions across a variety of industries. As the Chief Executive Officer of Datatelligent, Larry helps customers maximize their data assets and operational results by implementing data-driven strategies.
Prior to Datatelligent, Larry specialized in account systems, SQL (Structured Query Language), and various industries, including hospitality, insurance, banking, and gaming. The drive to establish Datatelligent came from a desire and a passion for understanding the intricate relationship between data and organizational success.
Larry holds a Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting from Texas Christian University and a Master of Science in Health Informatics from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Both business and technology domains allow him to offer a unique blend of strategic insight and technical proficiency to customers and projects.
He resides in Chicago’s western suburbs with his wife and son.
Steven is an innovative executive with 20+ years of diverse experience spanning higher education and healthcare. As the Chief Customer Officer of Datatelligent, Steven brings extensive knowledge of IT operations including budgeting, contracting, infrastructure maintenance and customer support. His expertise supports several enterprise-wide applications with a known reputation as a trusted partner able to work collaboratively to drive results.
Steven is a seasoned manager with strong interpersonal skills used to lead teams and work effectively across multiple areas to deliver value for the institution. Demonstrated strengths in customer service, program management, strategic planning, and system implementations. Steven is a Rush University faculty member with 10+ years of experience teaching graduate level courses and mentoring students.
Steven holds several degrees including a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and a Master of Science, Counseling Psychology, both from the University of Notre Dame; and a Master of Science, Health Systems Management, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, from Rush University.
An avid golfer, Steven resides in Chicago’s western suburbs with his wife, with whom he shares two grown sons.
Meet Karl Oder, our Senior Director of Data & Engineering at Datatelligent. With over 20 years of experience in information technology, Karl is a seasoned professional in cloud-based systems, data pipelines, databases, system administration, network administration, and information security.
Before joining Datatelligent, Karl successfully managed large teams of IT engineers and analysts at a prominent academic medical center. His educational background includes a Master of Science in Research Administration from Rush University, a Master of Science in Engineering, and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration in photography from Columbia College Chicago.
In his spare time, Karl indulges in lens-based fine art and enjoys the serene surroundings of the far north suburbs of Chicago with his wife.
Karl’s wealth of expertise, leadership skills, and creative talents make him an invaluable asset to the Datatelligent team, driving excellence in data management and operations.
Robert Miller currently leads product strategy and development at Datatelligent, with a specific focus on creating Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions for the higher education sector. He is actively involved in implementing responsible AI, including generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), machine learning, and agentic AI, to drive innovation.
Robert’s background combines deep technical expertise with strategic product management, making him well-suited for leading complex development initiatives. His past experience includes:
Product Lifecycle Management: As a former Global Product Manager for GE Capital, Robert has honed the ability to oversee products from conception to launch, ensuring they meet market needs and business goals.
Technical Leadership & IT Strategy: His tenure as Director of Information Technology at Marmon Holdings provides him with a strong foundation in enterprise technology infrastructure, essential for building scalable and secure AI products.
Agile & Lean Methodologies: Robert has extensive experience with Agile and Lean implementation, skills that are critical for managing fast-paced software development cycles and ensuring efficient, iterative product delivery.
AI & Emerging Tech: He is a recognized subject matter expert in the application of AI, frequently discussing advanced topics like agentic AI and machine learning in industry forums, such as the Datatelligent podcast.
As Datatelligents Solutions Architect, Jeremy is an executive leader with a proclivity for accelerating business growth. He is an accomplished Sales & Business Development professional focused on improving processes, optimizing revenue streams, and achieving goals.
With experiences as a National Accounts Manager and Account Executive, Jeremy excels in logistics, revenue growth, and strategic partnerships. Now, he brings talent to our data analytics family, ready to optimize data-driven insights.
Wendy Malinowski brings over 20 years of strategic leadership in customer lifecycle excellence to Datatelligent, where she specializes in driving seamless transitions from sales handoff to long-term solution growth. With recognized expertise in operational consistency and IT governance, she currently serves as the VP of Customer Solutions. Previously, she held high-impact roles at Duravant and Ensono, where she led global initiatives to deploy enterprise-wide Salesforce implementations and managed portfolios of concurrent initiatives with budgets exceeding $2M.
Beyond her technical project work, Wendy is a dedicated mentor and advocate for women in STEM, sharing her journey and insights to inspire the next generation of female IT leaders. A PMP® and CSPO® certified professional, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University. At Datatelligent, Wendy continues her mission to ensure every customer receives a value-driven experience, empowering organizations with the scalable processes and strategic clarity needed to achieve sustainable growth.
Rebecca is a seasoned Project Manager with over 20 years of experience leading complex initiatives from planning through execution and delivery. She began her career in account service, where her strengths in coordination, communication, and relationship-building naturally led her into project management. Today, she excels at aligning cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring seamless execution across all phases of a project. With a customer-focused mindset and a strategic, organized approach, Rebecca creates an inclusive, collaborative team environment where all voices are heard and shared goals stay front and center. She leads daily stand-up meetings, coordinates schedules across stakeholders, and keeps communication flowing to drive clarity, momentum, and successful outcomes.
Steve is the Director of Sales at Datatelligent with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations drive better insights and outcomes with data. From his early days in sales, Steve has always found inspiration by focusing on customer needs and accessing how data can transform an organization’s overall strategy.
Prior to Datatelligent, Steve held numerous sales, sales management, and account director positions at Teradata, Celonis, Accruent, and Fidelity Information Services. His expertise spans nearly every market, including data, banking, insurance, real estate, retail, and manufacturing.
More recently, at Datatelligent, Steve specializes in helping higher education, nonprofits, human services, and faith-based organizations remove barriers in order to make data-driven decisions.
Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Management from Albion College. He lives in Michigan with his wife, where they enjoy traveling to visit their two young adult daughters and college-aged son.
Debbie Phelps brings over 15 years of leadership in institutional effectiveness to Datatelligent, where she specializes in helping colleges and universities transform complex data into actionable strategies. With recognized experience in accreditation and strategic planning, she previously served as the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness at Cowley College. There, she acted as the Accreditation Liaison Officer and led data governance initiatives that led the College to receive the prestigious Kansas Board of Regents Data Quality Award.
Beyond her technical work, Debbie is a dedicated leader in the national data community, currently serving on the Board of Directors for the Association for Institutional Research (AIR). She holds a Master of Professional Studies in Organizational Leadership from Fort Hays State University and is a celebrated “Phi Mu History Maker.” At Datatelligent, Debbie continues her mission to empower educational leaders with the clarity and confidence to drive student success.
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