AI & Information Technology

Rachel is a strategic and innovative executive with a distinguished 24-year career driving Digital Transformations, Data Management, and Business Analytics initiatives across multiple industries, from agile startups to Fortune 500 enterprises.

She is a catalyst for unlocking substantial company potential through seamless integrations, data centralization, infrastructures, and robust ecosystems, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Rachel’s career is marked by developing award-winning strategies, leveraging cutting-edge technology and tools to lead organizations through groundbreaking transformations, while illustrating the art of the possible and empowering organizations with data-driven actionable insights.

Rachel is known for her proficiency across Diverse IT and Business Sectors.  She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from St. Cloud State University and Executive Education from Carlson School of Management.

Based in Wisconsin outside of Minneapolis, Rachel enjoys spending time with her family, boating, exploring the great outdoors, sports, travel, and photography.

With more than 25 years’ experience as a Global IT Management Consultant, Lisa has worked in various industry sectors providing expertise in Software Systems Design and Implementation. She has several years’ experience in the Oil and Gas industry and Nuclear Energy, as a Principal Consultant providing Project Management, both waterfall and agile methodologies for large scale projects in Singapore, Canada, and Kazakhstan.

She has been able to leverage her healthcare expertise and knowledge of Health Safety and Environment (HSE) in the energy sector providing advisory for IT projects that focus on compliance with environmental safety regulations for personnel.

Lisa has experience working as a Policy Advisor with the World Health Organization, supporting the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Finance in the country of Albania.

Based in New Orleans, Lisa holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in International Relations from the University of Southern Mississippi and a Master of Science Degree in Public Health with a concentration on Environmental Policy from Tulane University.

Christine is a strategic marketer and product management leader with over 25 years of experience in the tech industry across hardware and software products and services for cloud, data center infrastructure, and enterprise and AI workloads.  She also has previous experience developing products for consumer and business PCs and mobile devices.

Most recently, Christine collaborated with technology partners to develop and bring to market joint solutions that highlight software optimization and innovative new capabilities, publishing recommendations on how to efficiently run key applications.

Christine is a subject matter expert and dynamic spokesperson advocating for hybrid cloud, infrastructure and workload modernization, and digital transformation, speaking at industry conferences, webinars and podcasts, and authoring articles and blogs.  She also chaired an industry forum providing technology leadership, education and guidance.

Based in Portland, Oregon, Christine holds an MBA from the Johnson School at Cornell University. Christine is a foodie and an avid fan of hiking, ballroom dancing, and ikebana.

Jackie Fernandes is a seasoned cybersecurity and data privacy professional with two decades of dedicated experience in legal and regulatory compliance. Her expertise lies in designing robust cybersecurity and data privacy solutions tailored to meet legal and regulatory compliance obligations while effectively managing risk.

Jackie has been instrumental in partnering with executives throughout her career to develop and implement innovative strategies that ensure organizations remain compliant in an evolving legal, regulatory, and technology landscape.

With a keen focus on mitigating risks and upholding industry standards, Jackie's leadership has consistently delivered solutions in the biotech, life sciences, and pharmaceutical sectors that enhance operational efficiency, improve revenues and safeguard organizational assets.

Her commitment to excellence and extensive track record make her a trusted advisor in the realm of compliance and risk management.

Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jackie has a BS in Business Administration from Northeastern University and an MS in Information Security from Brandies University. She volunteers and mentors associations focused on developing women in STEM.

Wilds is a veteran leader specializing in data, analytics, innovation, business transformation, and decision science.  At Jupiter, Wilds specializes in strategic direction and delivery excellence. He is passionate about positive business outcomes from the use of deep analytics and machine learning technologies and the science of executive decisions.

Wilds spent 5 years as the leader the KPMG Data and AI team (Lighthouse) addressing the Financial Services industry. Wilds also worked on the KPMG global D&A strategy team coordinating global priorities for startup capability in D&A all over the world.  He was the primary communicator of this strategy to analysts and media. Wilds designed, developed, and established the Insights Center in NYC, a dedicated visualization-based facility for communication of complex data, business process, and algorithm review. 

Previously Wilds led the Deloitte Analytics team for Southeast Asia out of Singapore for 5 years, where he worked with the global foundation of the Deloitte Analytics organization including definition, establishment, hiring, training, and branding the global analytics organization. 

Wilds’ work involves the transformation of a business through the capture of critical business data, and the generation of understanding from these data using advanced algorithms coupled with superior visualization techniques. Furthermore, the development of automation technologies to capitalize on these insights, and applications of machine and artificial intelligence. The outcomes of these transformations are optimized business processes, improved business performance, and increased profit.

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Based in northern Virginia, Wilds finds motivation in analyzing and optimizing business outcomes across all aspects of the business universe and implementing novel, effective ways to communicate and support business decision making; though his greatest personal benefit has been in the cultivation of talent and development of future leaders, with an emphasis on scientific business analytics. His core expertise remains the establishment of data, analytics, decision science capability, and the executive communication of business insights.

With over three decades of experience in the technology sector, Rob has cultivated a rich and diverse skill set, working across international locations and delivering transformative results for organizations worldwide. His career is defined by a reputation as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, who consistently seek his honest, pragmatic guidance and unique ability to simplify complex challenges while driving meaningful, value-driven outcomes.

As an independent IT contractor and Technology Consultant for most of his career, Rob has a mission to align Business and IT strategies to promote IT to a true Business partner. His expertise spans Enterprise Architecture, Target Operating Models, Capability Maturity Improvements, and Digital Transformation, enabling him to design and implement innovative solutions tailored to each client’s unique operational and cultural landscape.

Rob’s extensive portfolio includes engagements across a wide range of sectors, including Government, Aviation, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Non-Profit, Legal, and Retail. His work has taken him to North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and the Middle East, where he has consistently delivered expected outcomes by navigating complex environments and fostering collaboration across diverse teams.

Now based in Las Vegas, Nevada, after relocating from the United Kingdom in 2021, Rob is proud to call the United States home.  As a Green Card holder with aspirations of U.S. citizenship, he brings a global perspective and a deep commitment to helping organizations thrive in an ever-evolving and dynamic digital landscape. 

Jonathan is an accomplished Data Center Operations Leader with over 15 years of experience specializing in infrastructure delivery, data center transformations, and mission-critical IT operations.  As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in data center management, he has successfully led large-scale migrations, upgrades, and decommissions. While ensuring seamless transitions and optimized performance for global enterprises.

Driven by the unwavering need to marry the technical side of operations while simplifying clients’ use of infrastructure, Jonathan shines creating space for gainful returns playing a pivotal role in designing and maintaining resilient IT environments.

Jonathan has been a worthy resource for time sensitive incident response management, coordination and efficiency, while enhancing service delivery.

At Jupiter he continues to lead and optimize high-performance data center ecosystems, bridging the gap between business objectives and IT infrastructure success.

As a Brooklyn transplant now based in New Jersey, Jonathan’s roots and Pace University education heavily influenced his ability to pivot and solve problems in a "New York minute".

Kevin is a passionate, transformational leader with over 30 years of proven success in building teams of highly effective, diverse, and well-rounded people. 

As an executive, he strives to identify and develop talent that is value added to the organization and develops the whole person professionally.  Over his career, he has  produced strategic and tactical activities that support the leadership key objectives and roadmaps, thus he enjoys ‘rolling the sleeves up’ with teams to accomplish it.

With a depth of experience with in/outsourced and hybrid managed services operating models, Kevin knows the inside and outside of operating these models efficiently and effectively. 

This experience also includes deep knowledge of waterfall, agile, DevOps and hybrid development life cycles, acknowledging their pros and cons with an eye on continuous process improvement. 

He also has a passion for maturing IT Financial Management processes and procedures.

Based out of San Antonio, Texas and Detroit, Michigan, Kevin holds a B.G.S. with a concentration in Business, Economics and Communications from The University of Michigan, a Certified Scrum Master and trained in numerous industry frameworks.

With over two decades of experience driving organizational advancement through strategic leadership and transformative solutions, Rob is a seasoned professional known for orchestrating complex initiatives with calm, precision, and efficacy.

He has spent the last 10 years working for a Fortune 500 P&C insurance company where he led the most complex business and IT initiatives. Rob shines when bridging the gap between technology and business strategy to maximize customer value.

Rob honed his skills in IT delivery with nearly 10 years at Accenture, a leading IT consulting firm. During his time with Accenture, he worked on and led transformative IT projects for a US Department of Education with distinction, including a project that scaled the student loan system size by a factor of three in under twelve months.

Based out of Madison, Wisconsin, Rob holds an M.Sc. and a B.Sc. from Syracuse University in Information Management, alongside an array of professional certifications.

Stephen Tomasco is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of expertise in business transformation, IT strategy, and digital innovation. 

As an Executive Advisor at Bridgepoint Advisory, he drove operational efficiency, led large-scale digital initiatives, and optimized IT service delivery.  Previously, as Interim COO/CTO at Tammac Holdings, he reduced operational costs by 30% and established an $8.5M monthly run rate. His leadership spans CIO and VP roles in financial services and technology, with a focus on automation, process improvement, and data center strategy. 

Stephen has a proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar budgets, enhancing infrastructure resilience, and aligning technology with business growth.

Based outside of Philadelphia, Stephen holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from La Salle University and a Master of Science in Information Science from Penn State University.

Brian Haw, PhD, PMP, is a highly accomplished technology executive with over 20 years of experience in IT infrastructure, data center operations, and enterprise technology leadership. As a proven leader in both public and private sectors, including roles with the U.S. Army, AT&T, and Georgetown County School District,  

Brian has an extensive track record of successfully managing

large-scale IT infrastructure projects, focusing on virtualization, cloud computing, and data center optimization. His expertise in data center management, combined with a strategic and cost-effective approach, positions him as a key asset for the successful execution of data center projects.

Brian’s background in overseeing multimillion-dollar projects and managing complex technology implementations makes him highly adept at guiding large data center operations. His leadership at the U.S. Army and AT&T involved the management of enterprise data centers and the integration of emerging technologies to improve operational efficiency. 

Brian has consistently driven improvements in data center performance, including power usage effectiveness (PUE) reduction programs, infrastructure management, and disaster recovery systems. These experiences are directly applicable to the scope and scale of any data center project, ensuring that key operational functions, from uptime to security protocols, are handled seamlessly.

Clare is a driven and decorated project manager and consultant with over 20 years of experience serving the financial services sector.  She has spearheaded hundreds of projects from inception to implementation; creating scopes of work, qualitative and quantitative research, and quality control for projects in varied markets, with a specialty in information and communication technologies in financial services. 

Clare works closely with clients to develop their strategic direction, translate strategic thinking into actionable goals, and design solutions.  Project types have included market and opportunity analyses, whitepapers and webinars, business plan validations, substantiation for IPO prospectuses, technological feasibility, and all aspects of due diligence. 

Clare has also lead efforts in building and executing account strategies and client relationships for existing and new global accounts; including pre-sales activities and building senior management client/partner relationships. 

Clare has cultivated a reputation as a trusted and respected presenter and consultant, who has been quoted and sourced by leading media outlets such as Dow Jones Newswires, the Associated Press, The Washington Post, The Deal, and American Banker.

Based in New York City, Clare holds a Master of Business Administration with a dual concentration in Finance and Media/Communications from Fordham University Gabelli School of Business and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Notre Dame.  In her free time, Clare does yoga, volunteer work, and loves to travel. 

Allen is a visionary leader with over 25 years of experience in digital transformation, data strategy, and executive consulting with a proven track record of driving business value across industries, including financial services, insurance, logistics, retail, and government. 

With global expertise, he specializes in structuring and executing data-driven strategies that enhance operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and profitability.

As a former Senior Director at RGP, Allen delivered high-impact strategies and governance frameworks to Fortune 500 clients. He has spearheaded enterprise-wide analytics programs, regulatory risk mitigation solutions, data architecture, governance, and data-driven insights that have saved organizations millions.  

Recognized for his ability to provide leadership, strategic vision, and align technology with business objectives, he is a trusted advisor to executives navigating complex digital landscapes.

Allen’s leadership extends to board governance and industry thought leadership, making him a sought-after expert in data governance, AI, and strategic digital transformation.

A Texan through and through, Allen enjoys sports, family, and a great steak.

David is a results-driven technology and operations executive with over 25 years of experience leading large-scale infrastructure initiatives, digital transformation, and strategic program management. His extensive background in investment management systems, enterprise technology solutions, and vendor management has positioned him as a key leader in driving operational efficiencies and technology innovation. 

David’s expertise in managing multimillion-dollar projects and cross-functional teams makes him an ideal fit to lead the data center initiative, ensuring successful delivery on time, within budget, and in alignment with strategic goals. 

David has proven expertise in managing complex data center migrations and technology integrations. He has led these projects from inception to completion, focusing on minimizing disruption and aligning technology strategies with business objectives. His work with prestigious clients, such as Citadel, Vanguard, and Northwestern Mutual, demonstrates his ability to manage high-stakes projects with a focus on scalability, resilience, and regulatory compliance. 

David’s leadership has been instrumental in ensuring seamless transitions in large technology transformations, ensuring that operational excellence and innovation are consistently delivered.

Matthew brings a wealth of data center expertise to Jupiter, leveraging over 25 years of experience in the life sciences and real estate industries.  His deep understanding of real estate development, construction, and facilities management, particularly in highly specialized environments such as data centers, makes him an ideal leader for the data center industry. 

Matthew has a proven track record of building innovative, sustainable, and high-tech spaces that support research, development, manufacturing, and critical data center operations. His ability to develop tailored real estate solutions for clients ranges from site selection to construction and commissioning.

As the Vice President of Real Estate Development, Engineering, and Project Management at Galaxy Life Sciences LLC, Matthew co-founded a company focused on creating state-of-the-art, forward-looking spaces for life science and technology companies.  He has successfully led the acquisition, planning, design, and construction of over one million square feet of life science real estate, including cutting-edge research and manufacturing facilities. 

Matthew's experience in navigating zoning, permitting, and regulatory compliance ensures that projects meet all necessary standards and timelines, making him uniquely equipped to oversee the regulatory and operational requirements of a high-performance data center.

With over 25 years of experience in the Financial Services industry, George is a highly motivated professional with a proven track record of success in project leadership, communication, and technical expertise.

With experience managing multimillion-dollar budgets and overseeing infrastructure planning, buildouts, relocations, upgrades and system integrations, George has a demonstrated ability to lead successful project outcomes.  Proficient in team development, mentoring, and executive communication, George has a strong aptitude for relationship management and excels in operations and product management.

George has held senior roles at TD Ameritrade, where he directed technology endeavors for the nationwide branch network and led system integration projects after two acquisitions.  His accomplishments also include overseeing a $60MM corporate office buildout in Jersey City, NJ and orchestrating the company's expansion into the Asia market.

George is a refined multilingual communicator fluent in English and Greek.  He effectively interfaces with stakeholders at all levels to understand critical business needs, identify solutions, and aligns goals. 

Based in New York City, George holds a Master of Science (MS) in Information Systems and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BS) in Finance from Pace University, New York, NY.

Prior to joining Jupiter Capital Management, Charles spent twenty-one years in the project management arena standing up Program Management Office (PMO) programs and process improvement projects for many federal, state and corporate clients.

Charles managed the PMO for the Nevada National Security Service (NNSS) where he led all mission critical projects for the joint Department of Defense and Department of Energy programs.   He also managed the Emergency Communication Network (ECN) PMO providing services to FEMA, Military operations and other emergency responders.

Prior to that in 2011 Charles implemented the PMO for the Securities and Exchange Commission as part of Dodd-Frank Act management requirements establishing standardized processes for all OIT departments.

Charles holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Norfolk State University, a Six Sigma Black Belt achieved in 2003, PMP certification in 2006, Agile CSM and CSPO certification in 2012 and ITILv3 certification in 2013.

Syl has over 35 years of experience in telecommunications technology, electronic security systems and network critical physical infrastructure.

Syl has extensive experience in the data center and transportation industries in varied projects in the United States and in Canada.  These various projects included design and construction administration for light rail and for aviation.  Working for Stantec Engineering in Alberta, Syl was responsible for design, construction, testing and commissioning for a light rail extension in Edmonton and later transitioned to oversee data center and facility inspections as well as testing and commissioning for the International Terminal Project at the Calgary International Airport. 

In the United States, Syl played various roles in projects for the United States Army, Air Force and at the Arlington National Cemetery. While working on aviation projects at small and large airports around the country, he also supported various data center projects for entities such as FedEx, Isle of Capri, Busch Memorial Stadium, Mastercard, Express Scripts and Barclays Center.

Based in East-Central Missouri, Syl holds a Bachelor of Science with specialization in Information Systems from Maryville University Saint Louis and has held a BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) Certification since 2006. In his free time, Syl enjoys travel and photography.

Franco is a strategic innovation visionary with 16 years of battle-tested experience in multiple sectors, disruptive startups, and established enterprises, leading with Generative AI Strategy, Technology Portfolio Transformation and Ethical Secure Governance and Business Value Mapping Initiatives. 

Regarded as a strategic sherpa, Franco unifies organizational and technology vision through centralized governance, Centers of Excellence and technology templates that ensure clear visibility, accountability, and sustainability to empower organizations to overcome roadblocks, mitigate risks, and eliminate repeated work.

Franco’s experience was forged through architecting strategic visions, roadmaps and frameworks that guide companies to reimagine their core-business sustainability and catalyzes user-focused product innovation to propel a portfolio of forward-thinking solutions at disruptive speed. 

Franco’s hallmark is starting with “why” to generate actionable insights in any project. He is pursuing his MBA at the Empire State University.

A native New Yorker, Franco enjoys volunteering, exploring different cuisines, destinations, and bespoke experiences with his family.