About Your Data Partner | Great Lakes Analytics

About Our Mission

At Great Lakes Analytics, we believe data should empower businesses, not overwhelm them. Founded in 2022, our mission is simple yet transformative: to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights that drive growth.

We bridge the gap between technical expertise and real-world business needs, helping organizations not just adapt to change but thrive through it. With every engagement, we focus on delivering measurable outcomes that align with your goals, ensuring that data becomes your greatest asset.

From pioneering supply chain analytics strategies to teaching the next generation of data professionals, our Owner, Stephen, has built a career on bridging the gap between digital insights and real-world impact.

Today, Great Lakes Analytics partners with organizations looking to drive measurable outcomes through tailored digital solutions. Whether it’s implementing AI models or designing strategic data frameworks, we’re here to help you harness your data’s full potential.

About Our Vision

In a world overflowing with consultants pushing features you don’t need or aren’t ready for, we take a different path. e take a different path. Many firms sell the latest technology without understanding where you are in your data journey. At Great Lakes Analytics, we believe in meeting you exactly where you are—no jargon, no unnecessary tech, and no hollow promises. We’re not here to impress you with buzzwords or force AI solutions that don’t align with your goals. Instead, we deliver straightforward, practical answers to your challenges, focusing on what will actually move the needle for your business.

Our philosophy is simple: the best solution is the one that works. By building a strong analytical foundation, we set you up to scale confidently, ensuring your data supports sustainable growth, not temporary fixes.

About us

Meet Your Data Partner

Owner, Adjunct Lecturer, and Principal Consultant

Stephen

As the owner and principal consultant of Great Lakes Analytics, Stephen brings over 15 years of expertise in turning data into a competitive advantage for businesses. With a deep understanding of digital enablement, business intelligence, and digital strategies he helps organizations cut through the complexity and focus on what truly drives results.

Stephen’s approach is both strategic and practical. He ensures that every digital initiative is tailored to your unique needs, capabilities, and budget, making technology an enabler—not a burden. His unwavering commitment to delivering actionable insights empowers businesses to achieve measurable outcomes and stand out in competitive markets.

At the heart of his work is a simple goal: to help companies not just keep up, but excel by leveraging data to its fullest potential. Let Stephen guide you in transforming challenges into opportunities and data into lasting success.

Stephen’s academic credentials include a B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Illinois State University, an M.S. in Data Science and Analytics from Elmhurst University, and an MBA from Elmhurst University. He is also a Six Sigma Black Belt, further emphasizing his commitment to excellence in process improvement. Beyond his formal roles, Stephen has founded multiple digital resource groups and is dedicated to making data accessible and actionable across all levels of every organization.