Michael Anderson
As a senior analyst, Michael Anderson focuses on researching and evaluating service implementation (SI) partners and advising colleges and universities on technology modernization strategies, including enterprise resource planning (ERP) and student systems transformations. His work is grounded in real-world experience leading enterprise-wide organizational change and technology implementation initiatives in both consulting and institutional leadership roles. […]
Tracy A. Dennis-Tiwary, PhD
Tracy A. Dennis-Tiwary, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist, researcher, entrepreneur, and author of the book Future Tense: Why Anxiety is Good for You (Even Though it Feels Bad). She is a professor of psychology and neuroscience and Director of the Emotion Regulation Lab at The City University of New York. As Founder and CSO of […]
Arne Duncan
Arne Duncan served as US Secretary of Education from 2009 to 2015 under President Barack Obama. Since his tenure as Secretary, Arne is Managing Partner at Emerson Collective and has returned to Chicago on a mission to improve the lives of young adults in his hometown. Through partnerships with local business leaders, community organizers, and […]
Trevor Skelton
Trevor Skelton improves the efficiency and effectiveness of Tambellini’s market analysis using data-driven methods and modern artificial intelligence (AI) models. He develops new applications using state-of-the-art techniques, supporting Tambellini’s clients with advanced tools and offerings to propel their innovation efforts. Trevor’s knowledge of machine learning, AI, and data science also allows him to meaningfully contribute […]
Serena Malhotra
Serena Malhotra conducts comprehensive research on vendors and products in the higher education student systems market, including evaluating vendor functionality, roadmaps, and industry trends. She also performs institutional research to gather relevant data, supporting both institution and vendor clients. Serena Malhotra has worked in the education industry for numerous years in various roles. Most recently, […]
Ravneet Chadha
As a Strategic Advisor for East Point Consulting, Ravneet plays a key role in assisting with the development of EPC’s higher education-specific analytics product, Intuito. His shared vision is to offer a product designed to solve the data integration problems faced by higher education institutions, offering pre-built data models specifically tailored for use in this […]
Simran Nirh
Simran Nirh, President of East Point Consulting, is a solutions-driven leader with over 15 years of experience serving higher education institutions. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in helping clients innovate and advance in nearly every major aspect of university operations, including human resources, finance, research administration, marketing and communications, enrollment management, […]
Chris Daugherty
Bio coming soon.
Christine Deacons, PhD
Christine Deacons is a student success expert with over a decade of experience studying how to leverage technology to support college students. She has a PhD in Educational Leadership and has worked in higher education in leadership roles including Director of Academic Support Programs and faculty in the College of Education. Christine is the Head […]
Jared Johnson
As the Associate Vice President of Academic Technology and Customer Experience, Jared leads a dedicated team responsible for the cross-functional management of academic technology operations and information technology support. In this role, he oversees functions such as customer service support and call centers, campus partnerships, academic technology operations, change management, training, governance, project planning, and […]
