We support governments with software and solutions they need to accomplish more.

With a track record as a trusted advisor at the state and local levels, Paul leads the operations, strategy and growth of Avenu.

Paul previously served as President and COO at Library Systems & Services, as well as President of Appriss — where his strategic vision led to the portfolio revenue growth and diversification. Before Appriss, Paul was Vice President of Convergys Global Business Unit, managing client services programs in government, automotive, and transportation markets.

Paul earned his bachelor’s degree from Seton Hall University and his MBA from Strayer University. And as part of his ongoing commitment to serving state and local communities nationwide, he serves an active member on the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Law Enforcement Advisory Board, Blessings in a Backpack National Board, and the Netwisedata & Spokeo Advisory Board.

Mike comes to Avenu with broad finance and operational experience from high-growth technology and professional services companies.

Previously, he was the CFO of Unirisx, a global software provider for the P&C insurance industry. Prior to that, he served as CFO of Social Growth Technologies, as well as Global Controller for the forensic and litigation consulting division of FTI Consulting. He also held national and international financial management positions at eBay and PayPal.

Mike joined Ernst & Young early in his career, before moving on to a focus on SEC reporting and public company readiness.

Mike is a licensed CPA and holds a BA from Towson University.

Lara Oerter serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Avenu Insights and Analytics, the leading provider of software and technology-enabled services to state and local governments. She has direct responsibility for product development, services and support. She has 20 years of experience in technology, product development, operations, sales and finance.

Prior to joining Avenu, Lara was the Chief Operating Officer of PrecisionHawk, the leading provider of drone technology for the enterprise. During her tenure, PrecisionHawk grew revenue from $6M to $30M over a 3 year period. Prior to joining PrecisionHawk, Lara served over 3 years as the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Operations at TNTP, a $65M K-12 education reform not for profit organization. In that role, she oversaw the planning, development and management of TNTP’s financial functions, including planning and analysis, operations, internal controls and financial strategy.

Prior to joining TNTP, Lara was the Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff of Blackboard, Inc. where she oversaw the company’s growth strategy and strategic planning. During her 11 years at Blackboard, she played a number of different leadership roles in sales, client management, product development, marketing and mergers and acquisitions.

Lara earned her MBA from Harvard Business School and her BA from Georgetown University. Lara is currently Trustee of the Board of Trustees of Imagination Stage, a nationally recognized theatre for young audiences. She lives in Bethesda, MD with her husband Brian and children Josie and Nathaniel.

April develops, implements, and executes all of Avenu’s human resources strategies in support of the company’s annual business objectives and strategic long-range plan.

She brings more than 10 years of human resources experience to this position, with previous work in the software, communications, and federal contracting industries. In particular, April has developed expertise in orientation and on-boarding, regulatory compliance, risk management, staff coaching, employee relations, and facilitating training initiatives.

With a team-oriented approach and an open-door policy, April has successfully fostered an engaged and educated team that is primed for driving results for our clients.

Louis Schiavone Jr. is a recognized, highly-sought leader in government software, business process outsourcing, managed services and professional service organizations for both sales and delivery worldwide. In addition to holding executive positions in several major global corporations, Lou has led and helped to launch several start-up companies and has played an integral role in company acquisitions, integrations and organizational transformations. For the past 20 years, he has focused on Municipal clients, leading the sales, development and delivery of a diverse set of innovative solutions. He has proven expertise in company leadership, maintaining executive client relationships, developing and growing new business solutions and managing operational excellence. He is most proud of the accolades he has received for his employee stewardship and leadership.  Lou has consistently demonstrated achievement of customer satisfaction, revenue and profit goals.

Chris Gordon joins Avenu Insights & Analytics as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing and is charged with developing and executing the company’s strategies for direct sales efforts, strategic partnerships, and marketing.

Gordon’s distinguished career in sales and sales management spans more than 20 years working with Public Sector clients in Federal, State, and Local governments. Chris comes to Avenu with a wealth of knowledge and execution in startup environments, growth management, and restructuring sales organizations. Chris’ leadership and passion for helping to solve complex problems through technology innovation and service will be invaluable to Avenu’s sales team and customers.

Prior to Avenu, Chris held senior level roles with technology giants such as HP, EMC, and Nutanix where he successfully led sales efforts of both small and large national teams. Chris’ career highlights also include time as a senior executive for a startup technology company where he initiated and managed all public sector activities and leading this company through exponential growth and an eventual acquisition

Chris and his wife Liz, live in a Northern VA suburb outside Washington, DC with their 3 daughters and 3 dogs. In his free time, Chris enjoys anything outside; beach, golf, hunting, fishing, and frequenting the vineyards around the region and across the US.