Chad is the founder of Data Prep U, an organization focused on helping others understand the power of their data using modern analytic platforms.

He began his analytic career at a small marketing firm, learning the value of data at an early phase.  His next endeavor would prove to be his most important in his career, working at Alteryx in a variety of different development and customer facing roles.  The variety of experiences helped him understand the needs of both business and customers, and provided him the opportunity to hone his skills both in developing technology and building businesses.

With nearly two decades working with analytic platforms, he is passionate about problem solving and helping others achieve dramatic results.  He lives in beautiful Golden, Colorado with his wife and three children. 

Matt has over 12 years of experience applying a data-driven approach to consulting, operations and program management roles across Automotive, Defense & Aerospace, and Technology sectors.

In his previous role as a Data Analytics Consultant Matt produced data products which generated insight into multi-tier supply-chains for clients across procurement, logistics, inventory, sales, and operations. In his new role as Director of Data Analytics at Data Prep U he has refocused his effort on elevating data competency at client organizations through instruction and implementation of powerful analytics tools such as Alteryx.

His experience using Alteryx, Tableau, PowerBI as well as query languages such as SQL allow for robust analysis and data visualizations which inform value enhancing and process automation opportunities.

Matt earned an MBA from Cornell University’s Johnson School of Management and completed the level I exam as a chartered financial analyst (CFA) as well as APICS Certified in Production & Inventory Management. 

Michael Fratoni is an Analytics Consultant at Data Prep U. After studying Civil Engineering in school, Michael found his passion working with data across various fields to obtain insights on business practices. Prior to DPU, Michael worked as a Sr. Customer Support Engineer, providing leadership to his team as well as operating as a Subject Matter Expert for various topics across a variety of different softwares.

Michael is always in "continuous learning" mode, and loves to learn new skills and technical capabilities, then passes that knowledge to our customers to ensure their continuous success. 

Charlie Blazer is a well-versed professional currently serving as the Customer Success Manager at Data Prep U. With over 8 years of customer-facing experience, Charlie leverages his expertise daily across various roles in the sales cycle, particularly in account management and client success. His track record speaks to his ability to forge strong relationships with customers, ensuring tailored solutions to address their specific challenges. Charlie is committed to prioritizing the customer experience, striving to guarantee that every interaction with the Data Prep U team is overwhelmingly positive.

Before joining Data Prep U, Charlie excelled as a Key Account Manager for a global leader in Supply Chain/Logistics, where he managed top-tier clients. This role honed his skills in customer collaboration while navigating a dynamic and ever-changing landscape. Although fulfilling, Charlie made a deliberate transition to the data analytics industry to pursue his personal interests, where he has since dedicated the majority of his career.

Charlie's academic background in Economics and Statistics complements his professional journey, providing him with a diverse skill set to tackle business challenges across various domains. His commitment to delivering exceptional results underscores his unwavering pursuit of excellence in every endeavor.