The HopperBlue Team
At HopperBlue, EVERYONE IS AWESOME!
We bring the right collaborators together. Starting with our people, who draw on experience and expertise from a variety of industries—from options trading to software development and digital marketing, we deliver solutions tailored specific to our client’s needs.
Meet the Team
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George
Principal
George likes taking client ideas and bringing them to life. He has developed a wide range of online business applications during his career. Anything with a huge amount of data provides a challenge that he likes to tackle.
His former career roles include owner and founder of an ERP implementation consulting firm, director of product development for an online ad company, consulting manager at PWC, and software developer at Amoco.
George has a BS in Computer Science from the University of Oklahoma and an MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
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Caroline
Principal
Caroline loved solving word problems as a child. Today getting the right answer to a tough question still thrills her—and delivering tangible client results is the best way to prove the answer is correct.
As a former executive for IBM and AT&T, Caroline knows how to help business professionals develop the right strategy—and strong operational plans to ensure success. She has consulted with a variety of clients that include Cisco, IBM, CNA Insurance, and Barnes & Noble.
She has a BA in Economics from the University of Notre Dame and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
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Harrison
President
Harrison joins HopperBlue after working at Cisco for 9 years holding multiple different hats in the organization. Bringing a strong knowledge of Channel Partner development, he ran lead generation, business development, relations with consultants, marketing, web development, and customer education. A native of North Carolina and graduate from NC State he currently lives in Apex North Carolina with his wife, daughter and two English bulldogs. In his spare time he enjoys golf, live music and cooking.
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Susan
VP Business Development
Susan isn’t afraid to try new things. After close to a decade in digital ad sales at iconic brands such as Hearst Digital Media, Specific Media, and Condé Nast, Susan joined HopperBlue. She brings her dedication to solving clients’ needs to the expanding field of collaborative sales and marketing campaigns.
Susan is a graduate of Colby College. Outside of work Susan loves attending different fitness classes and traveling the world.
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Andrew
Program Director
After graduating from Stanford University with a BA in Economics, Andrew moved to Chicago to pursue options trading. While working as an options trader, however, Andrew soon realized that his true talents lie in analysis. A competitive swimmer his entire life, he began racing triathlons while attending Stanford and now runs marathons.
A winning formula for success, Andrew brings his analytical background and athletic spirit to Hopper Blue.
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Danielle
Director of Operations and Customer Success
As a lifelong lover of animals and science, Danielle has worked in veterinary medicine and academic medical research. In her last position as data manager of a biorepository, Danielle realized that her skills and interests were beginning to shift toward analytics. This led her to HopperBlue, where Danielle is passionate about putting her analytical skills and keen eye to detail to use.
Danielle is a graduate of the University of Chicago. Outside of work, her interests include knitting, travel, and spending time with her pets.
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Evan
Project Manager
As a college student, Evan worked in a number of biochemistry and polymer science research laboratories honing his analytical skills. After years in the wet chemistry lab Evan looked for a new way to apply his skills in the business world. In this search he found HopperBlue and the chance to pursue new interests in the world of data analysis and consulting.
Evan is a graduate of DePaul University with a BS in chemistry. He enjoys sports, exercise, food, entertainment, and experiencing life.
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Claire
Client Solutions Analyst
Claire is a self-proclaimed "data nerd" whose love for visualizations dates back to her 3rd grade diary featuring graphs rating her favorite foods.
A decade later Claire studied Information Systems at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business and began her MBA with a concentration in data analytics at the SMU's Cox School of Business.
The last 7 years Claire has enjoyed developing data solutions for large Fortune 500 corporations such as State Farm and KeyBank.
When she isn't in the office, she enjoys crafting, DIY house projects, and playing with her dog, Bentley.
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Sam
Sr. Business Analyst
After studying Economics at Whitman College in Walla Walla, Washington, Sam moved abroad to Thailand to teach English. While working on his Thai fluency, Sam also developed a passion for data analysis as an intern for Indorama Ventures, a Global 2000 petrochemical company.
Sam is certified in Tableau and R. He earned his MA in Southeast Asian Studies from the University of Michigan and was a David L. Boren Fellow for advanced Thai studies.
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Jessica
Vice President of Channel Solutions
Jessica provides a tangible positive impact by simplifying complexity. Over the past 15 years, she has thrived at creating data-driven demand generation strategies for manufacturers, distributors, and partners in the IT Channel. Her philanthropic mission is to help animals help people and she particularly enjoys working with guide dogs. Jessica graduated cum lade from USF. She loves cheering for the Tampa Bay Lightning, collecting passport stamps, and spending time in nature with her husband and two dogs.
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KC
Channel Solutions Analyst
For almost a decade, KC coached sailing, carefully mapping out courses and diagrams. During this time, she discovered a passion for visualizing and explaining concepts. With a BBA in Information Systems and Economics from Loyola University Chicago, KC embarked on a journey to make complex ideas clear and engaging through insightful visualizations.
Outside of her work, KC enjoys exploring Chicago's diverse neighborhoods, trying all the new foods she can, and surrounding herself with friends.
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Stu
Inquisitive and eager to learn, Stu has quickly digested the HopperBlue policies and procedures to graduate from an intern to a full-time member of the HopperBlue team. Stu can be found on Instagram by following @Chili_stu.