Chris Meiers PhD

Chris Meiers, PhD, Founder

With 25 years of leadership in higher education, I offer a unique mix of data analysis skills, strategic insight, and practical leadership for every project. I've worked at various institutions, from community colleges to research universities and medical centers, focusing on using data to improve student success and institutional performance.

Educational Journey and Research Focus

My background in educational psychology, focusing on research and statistics, gives me a distinct view on data literacy and analysis. As a first-generation college student, I am dedicated to creating fair educational opportunities for all, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds.

Leadership Experience

I have served in key leadership positions, including Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management at Kansas City Kansas Community College, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Chief Information Officer at Washington State University Tri-Cities, and Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at the University of Kansas Medical Center. In these roles, I successfully increased new student enrollment and overall student numbers, integrated enrollment and student services to improve student experiences, established basic needs centers and support services, and managed complex systems as Co-Executive Sponsor for university-wide student information systems.

Technical Expertise

My technical proficiency spans multiple domains:

  • Advanced analytics using Power BI, Tableau, SPSS, SAS, and R

  • Implementation and management of enterprise information systems

  • Development of data governance frameworks and data warehousing solutions

  • Creation of assessment strategies and key performance indicators that align with institutional goals

Teaching and Mentoring

I have experience in administration, teaching, and mentoring future higher education professionals. As an affiliate faculty member at several institutions, I have taught statistics and higher education courses and helped doctoral students with research design and data analysis.

Consulting Philosophy

Effective consulting goes beyond technical skills; it needs a focus on students and their real needs. My method merges thorough data analysis with an understanding of context, ensuring practical and culturally aware solutions. My dedication to strengthening institutions by working with partners sets my work apart. I help turn complex data into clear insights that enable organizational decision-making.

Personal Commitment

Having experienced the transformative power of education, I am dedicated to promoting equity, fostering inclusive environments, and establishing systems where all students can succeed. This dedication influences every part of my work, from planning and data analysis to program development.