Jeff Scheper \ Chairman and Partner
As Chairman, Jeff Scheper charts the course and manages the continued strategic development of Prescient Solutions, as the organization continues its third decade of success.
Scheper began his career as a programmer and project manager for a start-up software company that provided custom applications to the consumer package goods industry. His early experience working directly with top executives at Fortune 500 companies combined with his strategic role in the software start-up provided valuable insights into large and small business management at a young age. Scheper leveraged his experience and entrepreneurial energy to found Better Software Design and at the age of 26 was delivering custom applications to large corporations. It didn’t take long for him to see that there was great potential to expand his sole proprietorship, and in 1996, Scheper founded Prescient Solutions with his mentor and friend Jim Lagattuta.
James E. Lagattuta \ CEO and Partner
As CEO, Jim Lagattuta oversees the financial, operational and strategic direction of the company. He focuses on building and maintaining a strong company presence in the business community and ensures an open company culture.
Lagattuta started his career in sales in the consumer package goods industry. He later gained valuable IT and entrepreneurial experience and played a major role in the creation of a start-up software company. Lagattuta moved into health care, accepting a role as director of marketing for a leading Chicago-area health care system. He was involved in practice development and imaging for physicians and the health system. Lagattuta was recruited by his former software business colleague and friend, Prescient chairman Jeff Scheper, to build Prescient from the ground up. Lagattuta holds an undergraduate degree from DePaul’s Driehaus College of Business & an MBA from DePaul University Kellstadt Graduate School of Business.
Jerry Irvine \ CIO and Partner
CISSP, CHISSP, GICSP, CISM, CISA, CGEIT, CRISC, CBCP, CASP, CIPT, ITIL, MCSE, CCNA, CCNP, CCDA, CCDP, CeH
As CIO, Jerry Irvine provides strategic direction for all clients, overseeing product innovation and implementation of the highest quality of service. His expertise is an indispensable resource for our clients developing IT plans.
Irvine has been deeply involved with the IT industry since 1987. As a result of his early experience, he became an expert in network communications and protocols when others in the industry were just learning how to use their first computer. Armed with this expertise, Irvine entered the consulting world working for companies like Network General and Advantis, performing detailed network analysis, design and troubleshooting. Since then, Irvine has filled MIS and CIO positions at multiple facilities and has managed more than 100 technicians and thousands of devices. He has led multiple project teams, such as the largest Microsoft Directory migration project ever. In 2008, Irvine was selected to join the National Cyber Security Task Force, a joint operation between the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. This task force is responsible for advising federal decision-makers on cyber security policy and sharing best practices related to this urgent and ongoing need. His expertise on cyber security has been featured in a number of national and industry publications, including The New York Times, WGN Radio and Wired magazine.
Randall Irwin \ President
As President, Randy Irwin is instrumental in executing Prescient’s business strategy and commitment to deliver superior service while also deepening and expanding the services portfolio. He brings both innovative ideas and new capabilities to Prescient Solutions, enhancing the business’s ability to serve new and existing clients.
Irwin has over 20 years of experience in the technology and managed services industries. His experience ranges from help desk and network operations to network design/engineering, IT management, data center design, and executive leadership of national organizations. His multi-industry experience includes working with small businesses and large-scale enterprise environments in healthcare, insurance, hospitality, and retail spaces. He is an expert in leading technical teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and business alignment.
Irwin has a BS in Telecommunications Management from DeVry Institute of Technology and an Associate Certificate of Executive Leadership from Duke University.
Phil Greco \ Chief Financial Officer
As CFO, Phil Greco is responsible for general accounting activities including financial statement preparation, budgeting, cash-flow forecasting, cost accounting and tax return preparation. Greco also oversees all of Prescient’s contractual and other legal relationships. His experience spans several fields including accounting, legal, human resource management, taxation, real estate and law enforcement. Greco spent 30 years with the Chicago Police Department in numerous roles including patrol, investigative services and various other administrative and supervisory positions.
Greco is a graduate of DePaul University in Chicago with a degree in accounting and became a Certified Public Accountant in 1988. He has been practicing accounting and tax for over 30 years. While with the City of Chicago, Greco attended John Marshall Law School and has been a practicing attorney for over 20 years. Greco is a member of the AICPA, ILCPA, ISBA, CBA, Loyal Order of the Moose and the Police Benevolent & Protective Association.
Chris Watkins \ Chief Operating Officer
As COO, Chris Watkins oversees the organization’s IT and client service operations including on-site engineer teams, remote managed support, technical sales, and project work. Watkins ensures implementation of efficient IT best practices within our customer’s technical environment, balancing strategic initiatives with cost effective solutions. Watkins joined Prescient in 2007 as an IT engineer and held progressive roles expanding his technical and leadership skills.
Watkins brings more than 15 years of experience in the IT field and over 20 years of business management experience. Prior to joining Prescient, Watkins worked for several Fortune 500 companies such as Pennzoil, AT&T, and FTD. He held management and leadership positions in each of these organizations focusing on process improvement and staff development.
Colleen Klehr \ Chief HR Officer
SHRM, SCP
As CHRO, Colleen Klehr provides strategic and practical guidance for the business owners, management team, and employees at Prescient in all HR areas. Klehr has over 25 years of HR generalist experience including providing training and professional development, identifying strategic HR best practices that support risk management, designing performance management systems, and managing daily HR operations.
Prior to joining Prescient, Klehr was a strategy and human capital consultant at RSM McGladrey for 10 years, providing HR consulting services to middle-market organizations across all industry sectors. She also has experience working as a Human Resources Director for a Chicago based non-profit organization and was an HR generalist for Cooper Industries, an international Fortune 500 manufacturing company.
Matt Szeghy \ Vice President of Sales
As VP of Sales, Matt Szeghy guides the strategic market positioning of the company and the implementation of its national sales program. His responsibilities include identifying, marketing, and securing business opportunities to support new revenue growth for Prescient Solutions’ products and services on a local and national level. Szeghy has over 20 years of experience providing expertise in new business development, marketing, and sales management.
Prior to joining Prescient, Szeghy was a Major Market Account Manager with Paycor, Inc. and a Sales Manager with Cintas Corporation. Szeghy provides strategic value as an active member of the Western Suburban CFO Leadership Group, Illinois/County and Managers Association, Technology and Manufacturing Aligned, Valley Industrial Association, and the President’s Council of Almost Home for Kids Foundation. Szeghy holds a BSBA degree in Marketing from Youngstown State University.
Jeffrey Lindeman \ Vice President, Client Relations & Account Management
VCP, CCNA, MCSE, VMCE, DCSE, M365 Certified: Fundamentals
As Vice President of Client Relations and Account Management, Jeff Lindeman leads strategic client engagement initiatives, working closely with enterprise and mid-market clients to deliver customized IT solutions that align with their business objectives. Lindeman has over two decades of experience in IT strategy, client management, and business development. He combines technical insight with a consultative approach and serves as a trusted advisor to Prescient’s executive stakeholders. Furthermore, Lindeman has been instrumental in expanding the client base across the US since joining Prescient in 2003.
Lindeman holds a BS in Business Administration, Management Information Systems (MIS) from Augustana College. He actively serves on the Augustana College President’s Advisor Council, representing technology and athletics.
Rosemarie Longo \ Director of Accounting
As Director of Accounting, Rose Longo oversees Prescient’s office operations including billing, accounts payables and receivables, expense management and payroll. In addition, she supports overall office administration, including employee assistance.
As one of the first 20 employees, Longo has been with Prescient Solutions since 1999 and has charted a path of increased responsibility throughout her tenure. She has developed strong and meaningful relationships with clients, providing open lines of communication and support.
Longo graduated from Bradley University with a BS in Business Administration.
Gemma Goffinet \ Manager, Recruiting and Talent Planning
As Manager of Recruiting and Talent Planning, Gemma Goffinet is responsible for sourcing, interviewing and negotiating with candidates, she is responsible for proactively ensuring that all of Prescient’s client accounts are optimally staffed. Furthermore, she supports the Chief HR Officer with onboarding, training and development, and employee engagement.
Goffinet has over 25 years of IT recruiting experience, having founded and operated her own boutique Recruiting Services firm. Her technical recruiting experience spans outsourcing services to ERP, including SAP and Oracle. Earlier in her career, Goffinet was a Project Manager for a database marketing company as well as a Management Consultant. Goffinet holds a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management from Cornell University.